25 Aug 2020
Back After Eight Years, Deathknell Hasn’t Lost Its Aggression
Back with their second album – “Can’t Stop, Can’t Kill” – Deathknell has returned to its melodic death metal roots. The Shimla-based metal band has dropped their album online on all major Indian music platforms, along with three video releases so far.
05 Apr 2019
A Special Performance by Samar Mehdi at Xanadu Youth Carnival 2019
It’s that time of the year again! The time to get grooving and revel in the musical vibe at the 3rd Season of Xanadu Youth Carnival 2019. Whether you’re a music enthusiast, upcoming artist, or just looking forward to unwind from your hectic work schedule, it is the best two-day festival you need to head to.
06 Mar 2019
Shimla’s Guitarist Pranjal Uniyal Talks About His Debut EP, Forth And Back
Shimla-based acoustic fingerstyle guitarist Pranjal Uniyal’s upcoming debut EP, Forth and Back is all about storytelling through music, conveying emotions and connecting with people. Releasing in collaboration with The Pinecone Records & Sessions, the forthcoming EP effortlessly combines storytelling with acoustic percussive fingerstyle tunes, taking listeners on a beautiful musical journey.
14 Oct 2018
Xanadu Cafe Brings Back Campers Festival Season 2 for Adventurers
With the festival season about to kick off, Xanadu Cafe in Solan has announced the Campers Festival Season 2 for all adventurers. This happening music festival draws music lovers like a moth to its flame and everyone wants to be a part of it. Why not? There’s live music, camping, nature walk, magic show, and everything you’d expect at a tranquil place surrounded on all...
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17 Aug 2018
Artist Uses Resin and Pigment to Create Galaxy Paintings With Hypnotizing Depth
Toronto-based contemporary abstract artist Shehrezade M. B. has created her own signature-style paintings using resin and pigment. Although her paintings are visually-appealing and amusing, her process of creating each art piece is equally fascinating. Her latest art series, dubbed Saltanat, consists of stunning Galaxy Paintings that are made by manipulating multiple layers of resin and pigment through different techniques like a blow torch, as well...
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20 Jun 2018
Botanical Tattoo Artist Captures Diverse Beauty of Blooms on Skin
The beauty of New York is beyond the vast cityscape that includes, Central Park, Statue of Liberty, and Times Square. The most populous city in the U.S. is also a home to scenic waterfalls, wonderous lakes, farmlands, and vineyards. Inspired by the beauty of nature around her living space, Tara J. Morgan, a tattoo artist from Finger Lakes Region in Central New York, creates breathtaking...
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08 Jun 2018
Rejected by Art Galleries, Artist Makes Life-Like Paintings on Old Cans
Art has no limitations, one can turn almost everything into a work of art with their imagination and creativity. Not just canvases or paper sheets, creative artists can even turn old and unused objects into art pieces. My Dog Sighs is one talented street artist from England who also uses found objects like old cans and other metal objects to make life-like paintings.
29 May 2018
Healing Himalayas Spreads Out Environmental Awareness Through Graffiti Art
Art is a powerful medium to inspire people, as well as to convey social messages. Recently, Manali-based NGO Healing Himalayas took the initiative to clean and repaint the walls of a dull bus stop shelter in BCS, Shimla. As part of the initiative, the team brought volunteers and various artists together to raise awareness about environmental conditions through art.
19 May 2018
Artist Paints Whimsical Starry Scenes on Wood Pieces Found in Forests
Poland-based artist Anna Kucharska loves woodlands and almost everything about it. For her, forest is the greatest inspiration, and she also considers nature as her home and healer. Combining her love for wilderness and passion for painting, she creates whimsical starry scenes on wood pieces found on her forest wanderings.
09 May 2018
Romanian Artist Creates Handmade 3D Sculptures of Pets on Mugs
Pet art is a wonderful and artistic way to make humans feel closer to their furry friends. These artistic creations make a meaningful personal gift for your loved ones or simply to treat yourself. Romanian artist Camelia Rolea is one creative person who creates handmade 3D sculptures of pets on mugs, which make a little keepsake art piece for your shelf.
01 May 2018
Sutej Singh’s High-Sounding Single “Oceans Apart” to Make Huge Waves
While we all agree that a vocalist (frontman or frontwoman) of a band contributes massively to their identity and overall persona, there are certain musicians that prove they don’t need a vocalist to rock. Sutej Singh, Solan-based guitarist and composer, is one such musician who lets his music do the talking. You’ll know it once you hear his high-sounding first single “Oceans Apart” from the...
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26 Apr 2018
Artist Takes Discarded Objects and Embellish Them With Coral-Like Sculptures
Creating something practical out of trash is nothing new nowadays. But different artists have their distinct ways of embellishing discarded objects, making them both aesthetic and functional at the same time. French artist, Stephanie Kilgast, turns waste objects like tin cans, old cameras, and jam jars into vibrant amalgamations of coral-like sculptures.
17 Apr 2018
Coffee Painting – Coffee Addict Paints Musicians Using Her Cup of Joe
For some artists, coffee is more than a beverage – it’s their medium for creating art. Named @crade.one on social media, this creative artist is a coffee addict and also likes to use coffee as a painting medium to create portraits of different musicians. She started coffee painting about two years ago and her artworks are totally worth your attention.
13 Apr 2018
Ice Stupa of Ladakh Solves Water Crisis, Fights Global Warming
Despite its panoramic landscapes that are likely to take your breath away, life in Ladakh is extremely harsh. This cold desert at 10,000 feet and receives an average of mere 50mm of rainfall every year. Moreover, global warming has put a threat on the ice shelves everywhere, while Himalayan glaciers are believed to be shrinking more quickly than any on earth, as per the researchers....
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06 Apr 2018
Indian Dollmaker’s Art of Recycling Paper Earned Her a Guinness Record!
Since the existence of human civilisation, the ability to handcraft sculptures and art pieces has remained with us. One of the ancient forms of craft is doll making. Skilled in this art form, Vijitha Retheesh, a native of Palluruthy in Kochi, creates pretty dolls by recycling paper. Not just one or two, but she has a full army of neatly packed paper dolls that appears...
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04 Apr 2018
Recycled Vintage Frame Portraits Are Made Out of Real Pressed Flowers
Australian photographic artist, Phoebe Hofsteede, uses mixed media to express her love for nature, and make all her creations out of recycled materials. The latest artworks by Hofsteede emphasis on sustainability with the use of recycled vintage frames that holds stunning photographs including real pressed flowers.
02 Apr 2018
Enchanting, Detail-Oriented Floral Jewellery Made Using Polymer Clay
For those who love nature and elegant statement jewellery, there is a good news. You can get both in one, all thanks to Etsy shop Claycessories. Started by British artist Janna Baranovska, this online shop offers stunning detail-oriented floral jewellery that resembles life-like flowers. These enhancing floral jewellery pieces not only spruce up your outfits but also stay with you forever, unlike real flowers.
31 Mar 2018
Artist Creates the Most Photorealistic Coloured Pencil Portraits You’ve Ever Seen
Heather Rooney, 25-year-old American artist, specialises in making photorealistic drawings. After seeing her amazing artwork we are sure you’d be hooked, just like us. These are the most realistic portraits that are made with a few coloured and graphite pencils. These portraits could easily be mistaken as real photographs, due to the incredible detailing. Even at a closer look, you would not be able to...
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