After last month’s special offering which included the release of the first issue of Renaissance Redux, and the launch of Children’s Corner, along with rich content related to appreciation of Indian art and a book review, we are happy to bring another special issue this month. The focus this time is on the Mother as […]
A Special Issue on the Mother as an Artist Read More »
The selections compiled here about the Mother as an artist are excerpted from the book ‘Paintings and Drawings by the Mother’ (e-version available at present).
The Mother’s Work as an Artist Read More »
These selections from the book ‘Paintings and Drawings by the Mother’ highlight the deeper relation between Art and Artist’s Consciousness.
The Mother On Art and Consciousness Read More »
Read Mother’s explanation of the evolutionary curve through which Art, like everything else, goes through in manifestation.
The Art of the Future: Two Conversations of the Mother Read More »
In this concluding part, the author through the use of two examples – Nataraja and Seated Buddha – explains the deeper purpose behind the continuity of an artistic tradition that expresses the highest ideal valued by Indian culture.
The Aims of Indian Art – Part 5 Read More »
To truly appreciate the best of Indian Art one can never ignore the spirit, aim and essential motive from which this artistic creation starts.
An Intuitive and Spiritual Eye to Appreciate Indian Art – I Read More »
The author shares a few examples from contemporary painters to illustrate how one can grow in a deeper appreciation of Indian art.
An Intuitive and Spiritual Eye to Appreciate Indian Art – II Read More »
Volume VI, Issue 2Author: Sunil Kumar Editor’s Note: Enjoy this delightful book review, which is just as poetic in its feel as the book it speaks of. Book Details: Title: Vritrahan Author: Ratul Chakraborty Publisher: Occam (BluOne Ink Imprint), Pages 346ISBN 13: 978-9365478228Click to buy Quick summary Ratul’s poetic masterpiece seamlessly blends myth and modernity,
Book Review – Ratul Chakraborty’s ‘Vritrahan’ Read More »
Art in India, including the artistic process used for decorative arts such as jewelry design, follows the essential Indian view, namely getting to the spirit of things and working out from that. Coomaraswamy also emphasises the role of tradition and historic continuity in creative and artistic process.
The Aims of Indian Art – Part 4 Read More »
Inspired by Sri Aurobindo’s essay titled National Value of Art, this conversation explored how art and creative expression can be used for refining the vital as well as facilitating healing and growth in an educational context.
A Conversation on Art for Chittashuddhi, Purification of the Heart Read More »
We present here an animated video featuring a tale told by the Mother on Cheerfulness. The video curation and Hindi voice-over are by Biswajita Mohapatra.
Cheerfulness – A Tale Told by the Mother, in Animated Video Read More »
This delightful children’s story with colourful illustrations reminds us of the inner significance of a common temple ritual, offering of flowers to the deity.
The Girls and a Lotus – An Illustrated Story Read More »