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Hans India
3 days ago
- General
- Hans India
Young minds of art
The Department of Fine Arts at the Sarojini Naidu School of Arts and Communication, University of Hyderabad, hosted its annual exhibition Final Display 2025 at its Gachibowli campus. Featuring 33 students from Painting, Printmaking, and Sculpture, the exhibition showcased a vibrant array of works in diverse media. Every corner of the department—corridors, indoor spaces, and open courtyards—was transformed into a creative hub, echoing the energy and vision of young artists. Guided by dedicated faculty, students explored themes rooted in social issues, personal experiences, and historical art movements. Many installations featured handmade materials, reflecting sustainability and individuality. The works highlighted a thoughtful engagement with contemporary challenges and demonstrated strong conceptual depth alongside technical finesse. This exhibition was not only an academic milestone but also a vital cultural event, reflecting the pulse of a new generation. To amplify its impact, Final Display 2025 deserves to travel across India. Wider visibility would encourage dialogue, inspire young artists nationwide, and foster a more connected artistic community. These emerging voices are ready—India should be listening.
The Hindu
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
A kaleidoscope of perspectives at Andhra University's annual art show in Visakhapatnam
Spectrum, the annual art exhibition of the Department of Fine Arts at Andhra University, is an honest dialogue between artists and the world around them. The show is a layered display of the works of students of BFA and MFA of the department depicting a tapestry of themes rendered in printmaking, etching, ceramics, woodcut and mixed media. One of the standout works is War with Breath by Karingi Trinath, a three-by-four-foot woodcut that boldly addresses the subtle yet invasive violence of passive smoking. It is both deeply personal and universally relevant. Trinath's self-portrait captures an inner struggle where his breath is held hostage by the second-hand smoke of a nearby smoker. The visual language is striking. Cigarette coils taking the shape of a serpent dominates the space like an unwelcome intruder. A squirrel, restless and alert, scampers metaphorically through the scene, mirroring the fragility and disquiet of the artist's breath. 'This work is my way of expressing the claustrophobia I feel; my breath battling to survive in someone else's exhale,' Trinath says. In another of his works in etching, Trinath shifts gears to critique the compulsive scroll culture of social media, using cattle as a metaphor to explore blind herd mentality and the erosion of individuality. The tone is satirical. N Hyndhavi's multicoloured work of printmaking depicts a classroom scene. At first glance, it appears deceptively simple, but the technique reveals the commitment behind it. 'In printmaking, registration is everything,' says Hyndhavi. 'When we use multiple colours, aligning each layer is critical. One misstep and we start again.' The composition brims with motion and colour harmony, capturing not just a classroom moment, but the entire atmosphere of shared learning and silent observation. It is an ode to process and patience, embedded in the printmaker's craft. Ceramic artist Anita Rao draws us out of the studio and into the open terrain of the Himalayas through her glazed stoneware work. It is a quiet meditation on solitude, altitude and the natural world. In another, she captures an overloaded Jeep, symbolic of the strain rural infrastructure bears under population pressures. The work alludes to the fragility of systems stretched to their limits, a powerful statement on mobility and safety. The exhibition also includes student interpretations of the Ajanta caves, drawn from a recent field visit. The works pay homage to timeless artistry while giving it fresh context. From striking sculptures and paintings to experimental abstractions, they remind viewers of the continuum between past and present and the role of observation in creation. The show is on till June 1. Timings are 10am to 6pm.
Shafaq News
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Shafaq News
Art for peace: Iraqi creatives shine during Arab Summit in Baghdad
Shafaq News/ A fine arts exhibition featuring works by over 100 Iraqi painters, sculptors, and visual artists opened in Baghdad alongside the Arab League Summit, organized by the Ministry of Culture, Tourism, and Antiquities on Monday. The event, attended by senior officials, artists, and intellectuals, featured caricatures by renowned Kurdish artist Jabbar Saber Qadir and a personal exhibition by visual artist Moatasem al-Kubaisi, along with a wide array of works representing modern and traditional artistic schools. 'This exhibition stands out for its breadth and diversity,' Qasim al-Sudani, Deputy Minister of Culture, told Shafaq News. Qasim Mohsen, Director General of the Department of Fine Arts, explained that the artists' styles 'reflect various artistic movements and modern schools.' Praising the caricature gallery by Jabbar Saber Qadir, Mohsen noted that his work "embodies originality and creativity, with all his pieces centered on themes of war and peace." Among the participating artists was Fatima al-Obaidi from Kirkuk, who voiced that her painting blended colors to reflect Iraq's rich, diverse heritage. 'The piece features light rising into the sky, symbolizing the Iraqi people's longing for peace,' she explained. From Baghdad, artist Raya Shanshal contributed a painting dedicated to the Arab Summit. 'It reflects the suffering Iraq has endured - terrorism, violence, displacement - but also the resilience of our people,' she said.
Sharjah 24
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Sharjah 24
UOS's Fine Arts and Design celebrates 'Exit Show XX' exhibition
The exhibition was inaugurated by Prof. Esameldin Agamy, Chancellor of the University of Sharjah, who expressed his delight at the caliber of work on display. 'Exit Show XX is a vivid reflection of the vision of His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and President of the University, to graduate generations of creative minds ready to meet the demands of the job market and contribute to the cultural and artistic renaissance of the nation,' Prof. Agamy remarked. He underscored the University's commitment to delivering world-class education in the arts and design, keeping pace with global developments and trends. The Chancellor further noted that the level of creativity and professionalism evident in this year's projects instills confidence in the graduates' ability to compete both locally and internationally and to bolster the UAE's expanding creative economy. Dean of the College, Prof. Nadia Alhassani, echoed these sentiments, highlighting the remarkable evolution in the quality of student projects year after year. 'What distinguishes this cohort is not only its size but also the diversity and contemporary relevance of its projects,' she observed. 'We see a clear emphasis on sustainability, digital technologies, and creative solutions to societal challenges. The achievements of our students are a powerful affirmation that investment in art and design education yields tangible benefits for both society and the creative economy.' The annual exhibition stands as the culmination of students' academic journeys, presenting the fruits of years of study and the creative skills honed throughout their university experience. It provides a vital platform for graduates to showcase their work to the public, industry professionals, and potential employers, opening doors to new opportunities in the creative sector. This year's show features seven projects from the Department of Fine Arts, 14 from Fashion and Textile Design, 54 from Interior Design, and 34 from Visual Communication, making it the largest graduating class in the college's history. Visitors to the exhibition are treated to a rich array of artistic and design works, from striking sculptures and innovative fashion collections to interior design projects tailored to community needs and imaginative solutions in visual communication, typography, and animation. All projects were rigorously assessed by a panel of 42 external judges, including academics and industry professionals from both public and private sectors, as well as leading consultancy firms.
Miami Herald
12-05-2025
- General
- Miami Herald
1,300-year-old gold — hidden under Buddha monument — found in Thailand. See it
More than 1,000 years ago, below the statue of the reclining Buddha in an ancient temple, someone stashed their hoard. Gold, silver and bronze items were hidden at the Thailand site for centuries — until now. Workers preparing an underground moisture reduction project at the Wat Dhammachak Semaram temple in Nakhon Ratchasima came across the collection on April 21, about 4.2 feet below the surface, according to a May 7 news release from the Department of Fine Arts. The team found a partially damaged earthenware container tucked under the statue, according to the release. Inside was a total of 33 items ranging from gold rings and silver earrings to bronze ornaments, officials said. The team noted there was a set of gold spiral hoop earrings that resembled other jewelry found at two other Thailand sites, according to the release. A week later, on April 30, the team found more items under the reclining Buddha, officials said. Three more items were made of a gold and tin-lead alloy, known locally as 'chin,' according to the release. The first was a repoussé plate, or a relief that is hammered into a piece of metal, that depicted the Buddha, officials said. It's rectangular, thick and relatively intact. It shows a Buddha with a halo, curls like snail shells, elongated ears and a body sitting and draped in a robe, according to the release. The Buddha's hand was in the vitarka mudra, or in a position known for teaching, according to the release, and the repoussé plate had a hole on the mid-right side, likely intended for the plate to be hanging or tied. A second plate, this one damaged, was also found and made of the same material, officials said. It shows Buddha standing under an arch with the same halo and curls, but with a thin robe clinging to the body. Both hands are in vitarka mudra, but the Buddha is joined by attendants, and a figure was likely on Buddha's right side, but the side is damaged, according to the release. A third item, a clay lump embedded with metal sheets was also found, but heavily damaged, officials said. The piece was found behind the head of the reclining Buddha. All of the pieces were dated to about 1,300 years ago, according to the release. The reclining Buddha statue is one of the temple's most notable features, and was likely created around the year 657, so the items could have been placed at the time of its construction. Nakhon Ratchasima is in central Thailand, about a 160-mile drive northeast from Bangkok. Google Translate and ChatGPT, an AI chat bot, were used to translate the news release from the Thailand Department of Fine Arts.
