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Art gallery is the space where various forms of art are displayed to public. The various art are sculpture, hand loom, photographs, illustrations, installations art, paintings and applied arts. Works of various artists are exhibited in a room or cluster of rooms in a series o that art lovers can evaluate and admire his skills and innovative thoughts. Painting is routine and general showcased medium.
The main objective of these art galleries is to provide recognition and promote the emerging talent. It is also benefited in creating awareness for art amongst the general public. One can also understand as an attempt to eternize art. People come to these art galleries to share their interest and to gain more knowledge on art. Art galleries can be defined as the best place for the debutant artists as when they exhibit their work they gain both positive as well as negative feedback. Accordingly they can rework and improve their skills. Art lover or follower will visit the art galleries whether they are far or near to enhance their knowledge and get the works of famous artists that are worthwhile. To motivate and inspire the new comers art galleries from time to time organize the competitions so that they can reveal the skill of creativity and shaping of ideas. Their thoughts can take a form of masterpiece and can be converted into an Abstract Art.
Art galleries can be classified into many: private & public and art can be classified into Contemporary, Abstract, Modern etc. The public galleries are generally referred to as museums that display selected work of renowned artists and these works displayed are for ages and centuries. The works displayed are purely for art lovers to get inspiration and for general public to have a look on it no commercial business is involved in the same. The private art galleries refer to the private motive or commercial intention that is for the sale of art. But it is notable that both the art galleries host temporary exhibition and the practice of showcasing the famous work of arts. Recently the trend of such practice have undergone lots of changes, Artists with the help of hi-end device can collect thousands of art work at a time and use them commercially, also the artists and art lovers can upload images of quality and famous works to share with friends and others.
Abstract art is said to be the collection of the works that is produced during the period of movement and is the combination of certain visual aspects of abstract European culture and German culture. The abstract art is said to be the mixture of number of styles, its basic philosophy was to search and seek out answers for questions that are related to history existence.
Contemporary art is said to have emerged as a reaction of modernism that ruled over the early part of the 20th century. Post that era is often associated with a multiplicity of views and styles and the feeling that everything is acceptable as art. But these are all just labels to be true towards art one actually need to understand that the nature of art matters a lot.
Modern artis still on a search. Human’ nature is that he is never satisfied and condemned with the existing and insists on exploration and modernization. Thus modern art has yet not reached any definition as it is still on search.
The face o art gallery is changing with each evolution. Confronted with more educated and skill full artists, the online sales and the increasing demand of the interior designer and corporate art buyers, has made the galleries in getting more and more unique solution to fit their business.
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Welcome to a casual chic dining experience. . . no jackets or ties required. With more than 4,000 restaurants ranging from intimate cafes to al fresco waterfront dining spots to quaint bistros, ethnic eateries and world-renowned steakhouses, you’ll find New Florida taste treats—seafood straight from the sea and field-fresh fruits and vegetables. Take a look at our creative restaurant selections, pick one and enjoy a great meal. You will have about 87,660 meals in your lifetime! Make them count with the appetizing restaurants in Greater Fort Lauderdale.
Dining cost legend: $=less than $20; $$=$20-$35; $$$=more than $35
101 OCEAN
* 101 E. Commercial Blvd. , Lauderdale by the Sea, 954-776-8101
* American, $$
* Open: Mon-Fri 11:30am-2am, Sat-Sun 8am-2am
* Casual but classy beach dining experience. Beautifully designed and decorated, food quality is excellent with a huge outdoor bar. Happy Hour 5pm-6pm 50% off all drinks and $5 flatbreads.
* Average Dining Cost: Lunch $12, Dinner $20
15TH STREET FISHERIES
* 1900 S. E. 15th St. , Fort Lauderdale, 954-763-2777
* Seafood, $$$
* Open: Dockside Cafe 11:30am-9:30pm Fine Dining Upstairs 5pm
* In many ways, 15th Street Fisheries is like two restaurants in one. Upstairs, there’s a sophisticated dining room with seafood selections like Chilean sea bass. Downstairs, there’s a dockside cafe where you can park your boat and enjoy a laid-back, waterfront dining experience. Tarpon feeding every day between 5pm-6pm.
* Average Dining Cost: $31
3030 OCEAN RESTAURANT
* 3030 Holiday Dr. , Harbor Beach Marriott Fort Lauderdale, 954-765-3030
* American, $$$
* Open: 6pm-10pm, 7 Days a Week
* Chef Dean James Max reflects the savory flavor of the ocean into his exquisite dining menu while guests have the pleasure of overlooking the Atlantic inside his chic dinner bistro. Hell’s Kitchen fans may also enjoy a delectable dinner prepared by the television show’s runner-up Paula DaSilva, chef de cuisine. Wine Spectator Award Recipient.
* Average Dining Cost: $40-$60
ACQUOLINA
* 2320 Weston Rd, Weston, 954-389-1880
* Italian
* Dine in an elegant, casual setting with excellent service and authentic Italian food. Whether you choose to dine at the bar, enjoy a meal on the waterfront patio, or gather with family and friends in the main dining room, you will always be treated like family. Offering lunch, dinner and a kids menu seven days a week. Diverse menu of Southern Italian cuisine offered in individual portions or family style and is always cooked to order at an affordable price.
ACQUOLINA
* 124 S Federal Hwy, Hallandale, 954-454-2410
* Italian
* Dine in an elegant, casual setting with excellent service and authentic Italian food. Whether you choose to dine at the bar, enjoy a meal on the waterfront patio, or gather with family and friends in the main dining room, you will always be treated like family. Offering lunch, dinner and a kids menu seven days a week. Diverse menu of Southern Italian cuisine offered in individual portions or family style and is always cooked to order at an affordable price.
AIZIA
* 3555 South Ocean Drive, 3555 S. Ocean Dr. Hollywood, 954-602-6000
* Asian, $$
* AiZiA Traditional flavors found throughout the Asian continent and presented with a contemporary flair. The interactive menu is embellished with spices and flavors rich with traditional and familiar favorites. Served family style. Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays Dinner 6pm-11pm Lounge serving until 2am
AMBRY
* 3016 E. Commercial Blvd. , Fort Lauderdale, 954-771-7342
* German, $$
* Open: Lunch: Mon-Fri 11am-2pm, Dinner: Mon-Sat 5pm-10pm
* German American restaurant serving specialties like sauerbraten, roast pork, ham hocks, wiener schnitzel, Bavarian platters, calves liver and on the wild side buffalo steak, rabbit, venison. Full service bar with six different German drafts – Franziskaner Weissbeer, Paulaner Lager, Tucher Weissbeer, Hofbrau, Warsteiner, & Koestrizer. Lunch Mon-Fri 11:30am-2pm, dinner Mon-Sat 5pm-10pm, earlybird dinners Mon-Fri 5-6pm, Sat 5-5:30pm, earlybird prices $15. 95 and $18. 95.
* Average Dining Cost: Lunch $8, Dinner $22
ANDREWS DINER
* 2980 Andrews Avenue, Wilton Manors, 954-563-3555
* American, $
* Open: Mon, Tues, Wed, & Sat 7am-3pm, Thurs-Fri 7am-8pm, Sun 7am-1:30pm
* This is a true New York style diner serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
ANTHONY’S RUNWAY 84
* 330 W. State Road 84, Fort Lauderdale, 954-467-8484
* Italian, $$
* Open: Tues, Thurs, Sun 4:30pm-10pm; Fri-Sat 4:30pm-11pm
* Super-size portions of Southern-Italian fare and an old-school ambiance have made Anthony’s Runway 84 a popular haunt since the mid-1980s. Steaks, seafood and a variety of pastas served in hearty sauces are menu fixtures, as are such recommended closers as tiramisu and cannoli.
* Average Dining Cost: $11-$36
ARGENTANGO GRILL
* 1822 S. Young Circle, Hollywood, 954-920-9233
* $$
* Open: Sun-Thurs 12pm-10:30pm, Fri-Sat 12pm-11:30pm
* Enjoy the food flare from Argentina in this cozy restaurant. Entrees include perfectly Grilled Steaks, Pastas, Poultry, Seafood, and our Seasonal Specials.
ARK RESTAURANT
* 6255 Stirling Road, Davie, 954-584-3075
* American, $$
* Open: Brunch: Sun 10:30am-2:30pm, Lunch: Mon-Fri 11:30am-2pm, Dinner: Sun 2pm-9pm, Mon-Thurs 5pm-9pm, Fri-Sat 5pm-10pm
* Fill your plate with crab, prime rib, and nightly homemade pasta specialties in this low-key, tiki-hut styled restaurant.
* Average Dining Cost: Brunch $18, Lunch $11, Dinner $25
ARUBA BEACH CAFE
* 1 E. Commercial Blvd. , Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, 954-776-0001
* Caribbean, $$
* Open: Lunch & Dinner: Mon-Sat: 11am-11pm, Sun 9am-11pm. Bar: Sun-Tues 11am-1am, Wed-Sat 11am-2am
* Located on the Ocean in Lauderdale by the sea, Live Music everyday. Great seafood and steaks. The casual bar, where familiar faces greet one another on a first name basis, is a favorite with locals and tourists. Join Aruba Beach Cafe for Happy Hour Mon-Fri starting at 4pm.
AUNT I JAMAICAN RESTAURANT
* 1178 N. State Road 7, Lauderhill, 954-321-0190
* Caribbean
* Open: Mon-Thurs 11am-9pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm, Sun 8:30am-7pm.
* Signature dishes like Aunt I’s Oxtail, the Special Brown Stewed Chicken and our made-from-scratch Jerk Chicken, has helped to make Aunt I’s a standard of excellence.
BAHAMA BREEZE
* 11000 Pines Blvd. , Pembroke Pines, 954-450-6450
* Caribbean, $$
* Open: Sun-Mon 11am-11:30pm, Fri-Sat 11am-12:30am
* Bahama Breeze brings you the feeling of Caribbean escape, featuring Caribbean-inspired seafood, chicken and steak, handcrafted tropical drinks and a vibrant island atmosphere.
BAHAMA BREEZE
* 2750 Sawgrass Mill Cir. , Sunrise, 954-845-9311
* Caribbean, $$
* Open: Sun-Mon 11am-11pm, Fri-Sat 11am-12am.
* Bahama Breeze brings you the feeling of Caribbean escape, featuring Caribbean-inspired seafood, chicken and steak, handcrafted tropical drinks and a vibrant island atmosphere.
BAHIA CABANA PATIO BAR & RESTAURANT
* 3001 Harbor Drive, Fort Lauderdale, 954-524-1555
* American, $
* Open: Sun-Thurs 7am-11pm, Fri-Sat 7am-12am. Bar: Mon-Thurs 7am-2am, Fri-Sat 7am-3am, Sunday opens at noon.
* World famous waterfront patio bar & restaurant. Outdoor, casual restaurant overlooking Fort Lauderdale’s largest marina with free live entertainment nightly. Free valet parking and boat dockage for restaurant patrons. Great food and great prices. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Known for fresh fish, BBQ ribs, conch fritters plus tropical drinks and fun.
BAJA FRESH
* 290 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, 954-522-2644
* Mexican, $
* Open: 10:30am-10pm
* A relatively new term, Fresh Mexican Grill refers to a unique cooking style that blends the spirit of traditional Mexican cuisine with a new zest. Customers can still eat freshly prepared food without compromising quality and flavor. Whether it’s lunch, dinner or a quick bite on the run, we can prepare a delicious tasting, fresh meal that also fits into your active lifestyle.
BASILIC VIETNAMESE GRILL
* 218 Commercial Blvd, Lauderdale by the Sea, 954-771-5798
* Asian
* Offering a large, intriguing menu that’s exotic without being intimidating. Reflects that influence on Vietnam, but the decor is spare and hip with bamboo accents, trickling water and apple green lamps.
BEACH WATCH
* 300 N. Beach Blvd. , Dania Beach, 954-929-4887
* American, $$
* Open: Tues-Thurs 11:30am-9pm, Fri-Sat 11:30am-10pm, Sun 9:30am-9pm.
* Located right over the ocean next to the fishing pier. Modern, relaxing atmosphere, friendly and attentitive service. American cuisine with an emphasis on seafood.
* Average Dining Cost: $20
BENIHANA
* 276 E. Commercial Blvd. , Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, 954-776-0111
* Japanese, $$$
* Open: Mon-Thu 12pm-2pm / 5pm-10pm, Fri 12pm-2pm / 5pm-11pm, Sat 1pm-11pm, Sun 1pm-9:30pm
* Benihana serves American favorites like juicy steak, tender chicken and fresh seafood, all according to a 1000 year-old Japanese recipe. Mouth-watering sushi and sashimi are also available from the sushi bar which carries an enormous assortment of the freshest fish in town. Join us for lunch or dinner and find out for yourself that at Benihana, there’s an experience at every table!
* Average Dining Cost: Lunch $9-$14. 25, Dinner: $17. 60-$43. 60
BETTY’S RESTAURANT
* 601 N. W. 22nd Rd. , Fort Lauderdale, 954-583-9121
* American, $
* Barbecued ribs and soul food specialties serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Take out available. Average cost: $10
BIG BEAR BREWING COMPANY
* 1800 North University Drive, Coral Springs, 954-341-5545
* American, $$
* Open: Mon-Thurs 11:30am-10:30pm, Fri-Sat 11:30am-11:30pm, Lunch Menu 11:30am-4pm daily, Sunday 11am-10pm, Sunday Brunch 11am-3pm
* The draw at this microbrewery is the food as much as the beer. Try the brew sampler for the best value, then grab a spoon and dip into beer muenster cheese soup or a crab cake sandwich on an English muffin. Steaks, chops, pizza, salads.
* Average Dining Cost: $15
BIG CITY TAVERN
* 609 E. Las Olas Blvd. , Fort Lauderdale, 954-727-0307
* American
* Open: Lunch Mon-Sun 11:30am-2:30pm, Dinner Mon-Sun 5pm-11pm, Latenight Mon-Sun 11pm-12am.
* Stylish, classic American restaurant offering a varied restaurant featuring fresh seafood, steaks, pasta and salads with an extensive wine list.
BILLY’S STONE CRAB RESTAURANT
* 400 N Ocean Dr, Hollywood, 954-923-2300
* Seafood
* During sunset the view is breathtaking with crimson, orange, pink, and purple colors blending into picturesque views. Diners can watch boats cruise along the waterway or waterfowl flying towards mangrove islands. An upscale dining atmosphere that blends old Florida together with a memorable dining experience. The interior is elegantly designed with a motif of green walls, wood paneling, brass railings, burgundy pleated swag drapes, photographs of the golden age of Hollywood stars, and a full stocked bar with tropical specialty drinks. The season courteous waiters serve up favorite stone crabs and other seafood plates. The restaurant’s ambience is that of Hollywood glamour with authentic Floridian cuisine to satisfy the most discriminating culinary palette.
BIMINI BOAT YARD
* 1555 S. E. 17th St. , Fort Lauderdale, 954-525-7400
* American, $$
* Fort Lauderdale’s premiere waterfront dining. Open daily at 11:30 a. m. for lunch and dinner. Happy Hour daily from 4 – 7 p. m. Rated Florida Trend’s Top 500 Restaurants.
BIN 595
* 1230 S. Pine Island Rd. , 1230 Pine Island Rd. Plantation, 954-308-4595
* American, $$
* Open: Breakfast 6:30am-10:30am, Lunch 11am-2pm, Dinner Sun-Thurs 5pm-10pm, Dinner Fri-Sat 5pm-11pm.
* Serving Florida Grille cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Experience this innovative setting located in the Renaissance Fort Lauderdale-Plantation hotel. 2 For 1 drink specials during Happy Hour daily from 4:30pm to 7:30pm
* Average Dining Cost: Breakfast $11, Lunch $13, Dinner $35
BISTRO 17/RENAISSANCE HOTEL
* Renaissance Hotel, 1617 SE 17th Street, Fort Lauderdale, 954-626-1701
* American, $$$
* Open: Breakfast 6am-11am, Lunch 11:30am-2pm, Dinner 5pm-10pm, Lounge 2pm-11pm.
* Textural contrasts, terrific flavors make for creative, stand-out appetizers, add impeccable service and tasty main courses add up to a meaningful dining experience.
* Average Dining Cost: $25+
BISTRO 256 AT THE GRAPEVINE
* 256 S. University Dr. , Plantation, 954-475-2210
* American, $
* Open: Breakfast Mon-Sat 8:30am–11am Lunch Mon-Fri 11am-4pm, Lunch Saturday until 3:30pm
* We’re proud to have served our South Florida community for over 32 years, always offering the absolute best in culinary and special event services.
* Average Dining Cost: Breakfast $5, Lunch $9.
BISTRO 555
* 15651 Sheridan St. , Davie, 954-358-0808
* Italian, $$
* Open: Breakfast and Lunch Everyday 7am-2pm. Dinner: Sun to Thurs 4pm-10pm, Fri-Sat 4pm-11pm.
* Whether your appetite is craving pasta with freshly prepared sauces, baked Italian dishes, pizza or other Italian specialties, you can be sure that all of the food on their menu is prepared with only the freshest ingredients. They offer dine-in, takeout, special menus for all occasions, outside patio, and reservations for your satisfaction. If you’re looking to satisfy your appetite, in a relaxed, comfortable family atmosphere, then our restaurant is the place for you. Located in the Muvico Plaza.
* Average Dining Cost: Lunch $10, Dinner $14
BISTRO MEZZALUNA
* 741 S. E. 17th St. , Fort Lauderdale, 954-522-6620
* Italian, $$$
* Open: Mon-Thurs 6pm-11pm, Fri-Sat 6pm-Midnight, Sun 5:30pm-10:30pm.
* Mediterranean accented bistro style restaurant where the ambiance is often loud but friendly, with constant presence of the owner George Mayo. Features an extensive wine list. Join us for 2 for 1 well drinks, House Selection Wines and Draft Beer while enjoying complimentary appetizers. Happy Hour Mon-Fri 5pm- 7pm
* Average Dining Cost: Dinner $27
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So you’ve just got engaged! It’s now time for the excitement to begin. You’ve got a wedding to plan! At this point you’ve probably got a lot of questions running through your mind. Where do you begin? What questions should I ask vendors? Where am I going to get the money? Wait, how much money are we talking about? On the contrary to what most couples believe, wedding planning can actually be fun. With proper planning and allocated time to complete it you can create your truly unique and exciting Chicago Wedding reception.
When it comes to the entertainment portion of your reception this should be treated with care as with all your other very important wedding details. The entertainment seems to be one of, if not the most important components to a reception. Sure, the food, decorations, and socialization are very important but without entertainment, these events would take on an entirely different personality.
For affairs that are focuses around the entertainment, or at least ones where it is responsible for a major role in the success or failure of the event, some serious considerations must be taken when hiring the right entertainment.
Will you find the right entertainment by hiring the one that answers the phone first or the one that has the lowest price or would you select one just because they live in your hometown? These are actually several things you should consider before selecting your entertainer:
Is the entertainer experienced in providing services for your event type? This question can’t just be answered in a yes or no question either. You’ll want someone who knows the ropes. How much experience do you want your entertainer to have? Consider getting a list of references from previous clients.
Who will actually be the entertainer at your event? Often times with larger multi-operational companies you won’t actually know who your entertainer is until that night. Is this something you’re willing to accept? Always ask this question when shopping for entertainment and make sure it’s laid out clear and concise in your contract.
What type of equipment do you deserve to have at your event? Imagine not being able to understand announcements or even worse hearing a hiss or buzz during your event. Imagine having part of your beautifully decorated event contain an eyesore of wires and beat up equipment. Another important face is just because an entertainer charges top dollar doesn’t always mean they’ll bring top dollar equipment to your event. Getting a picture of their setup is a must!
What additional services are included other than just playing music? Will you need a master of ceremonies (emcee) at your event, a coordinator, or even someone to interact and participate with your crowd? Is your entertainer willing to step up to the plate and deliver those services? These can be important things to ask before your event. You’d hate to hire an entertainer who can’t entertain.
Is your entertainer and elegant public speaker? Do they speak in complete sentences without stuttering and using um and uh? Public speaking is said to be one of the number one fears in the United States. If someone isn’t good at speaking in person odds are they won’t be able to speak in front of your crowd. This is a very important aspect of the entertainer can be over looked.
Is backup equipment provided and immediately available? As you know all electronics are man-made and with all man-made products they can fail. So it’s important that your entertainer have not only backup equipment but also a backup plan. Ask your entertainer for their backup plan.
What happens if the entertainer is ill or otherwise cannot attend your event? These details should be laid out in a written contract form with EVERY service provider. Always lay these things out prior to your event to prevent any situations later on.
Is your entertainer insured? Every legitimate business has insurance. This may not seem important upfront, but heaven forbid something were to happen at your event. Are you willing to hire an entertainer without it? Ask your entertainer for his proof of property AND liability insurance.
Are there any hidden additional charges or expected necessities from your entertainer? For example, are you required to pay a service charge for stairs at the reception hall? Or are you required to pay for their dinner? Will they need to take smoke breaks? If you’re entertainer doesn’t cover these issues in their sales pitch perhaps you should ask them.
How much input will you be able to give on your music selection? This can also be a very important question when you’re shopping for entertainment. Everyone has their own tastes and preferences when it comes to music. Will your entertainer be able to cater to those tastes or will they stick to their own routine. Also does your entertainer offer online music planning?
With so much riding on the success of your event your entertainment should never be over looked. There should be several factors that come into play rather than just price when shopping for your wedding entertainment. Don’t ever be afraid to ask questions as the entertainment will have a direct impact on the entire success of your reception.
What is home? Is the Home Ownership party world, is only shelter from bad weather in the harbor, or the person with the most pro-bubble nest together build a warm, urban space is self? SOHO, the city that the family has become their new breed of cross-platform amphibious. Understanding may be different, but family life and every person is undoubtedly the most important places in life. People often say, 100 species of the family’s understanding, there are 100 kinds of home decoration design requirements, the key is to chose the appropriate style, keep home improvement trend of the times.
From conscious action, people want to be up to your home improvement, how to prepare it? The book tells us, to come from structure to function, from the functional to the design, from design to decoration, from hard to soft loading . . . loading . . . loading must not indiscriminately, looking for home improvement company, it, at least not a big mistake, but not 1000 one side? Then please identify the trends and home fashion self-orientation, found that match your personality style decoration, texture and color of good stuff to consider a relationship between induced sexual interest. Where are you going to start from home? Partitions, walls, furniture, lamps, fabric, ornaments? Not be in haste, look at the foot of the floor has become the home of the most important face, leading even to some extent, the decision of the home’s overall style and temperament, reflecting the perception and value of the owner of fashion taste. Select Start from the floor, on the floor there are trends What?
Of course, first of all, the highest category of popular pop, before long, crunching sound of pure solid wood floor is the classic memories of old Shanghai, 20 years ago, plastic carpet color representing the simplicity of decoration at the time, ten years ago, was once popular had seemingly luxurious marble flooring, over the years, laminate flooring has become the preferred family wedding. Now, according to participate in Las Vegas four times (SURFACE2009) International Floor Covering Fair, the industry leader in Power Dekor flooring forward observation, in recent years, international flooring market, is already a three-wood from the wood floor as the representative of multi-storey The new wood-led era. China’s recent trade statistics also show that the new category of solid wood consumers are becoming an alternative to traditional wood upgrade.
Second, the floor-style pop, as the color of the original American Marketing Association, Power Dekor Ms. international designers Merlot Nyewood described the floor from the 2009 Europe and the United States popular trend, similar to the international fashion and design world expressed as simple, classic, luxury and natural fashion style, and three with the new multi-layer wood floors, through its rich colors, textures, hand carved, and pattern design technique of expression, as well as mosaic, assembling, locking and other technical process, has already surpassed the significance of the floor paving materials, the best carrier of the popular style, which became an important leading home decorating style.
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The Indian contemporary art has indeed able to showcase the complexities that India has lived with and continues to brave still today. Here, it is worth asking what constitutes Indian contemporary art for it to represent an India as truly as possible and also, what constitutes the India, for its people to produce the art that truly represent the India that they live in. These questions would certainly able to explain what the Indian art up to certain level, if not entirely. In fact, the very effort the profile the whole gamut of Indian art is fraught with uncertainties. But to understand the art of a certain country, we first need to understand its people and of course the land itself in its true essence, including the natural features and seasonal attributions.
If art itself is the manifestation of human intellect in the forms of creations and imitations that arouse our esthetic senses for a better understanding of life and its deeper meaning, then the collective Indian art has always been the perfect representation of a vibrant India through its civilizations to present day India. More importantly, these very complexities have able to nourish various art forms. These art forms, in a way have become the living embodiment of India’s connection with the other major civilizations. In fact, studying Indian history will never be complete without knowing Indian art. More so with the Indian art imbued with both the Western and Oriental art forms and movements, it has become the perfect representation of what constitutes the India. And rightly so, the Indian art constitutes every aspects of a vibrant India; in its truest colours, that Indians have able to preserve through the ages.
The importance of Indian art is evident in the scores of modern art galleries flourishing in Indian cities. What keeps alive these galleries alive and relevant in today’s world is in itself the answer to its own question. The differences, the values and the very notion of a nation that bound India as a cultural entity would have never been able to capture without art. And it would have been gross injustice to its people had there been only a single art form to represent what India actually looks like and what Indian feels. Thus, we have these numerous art forms occupying very important positions in our society. This fact, partially answers what constitutes Indian art. Indian art is what Indians feels. This, in a way, helps each of us to appreciate the Indian art as we have never able to understand the complexities that we live with for being an Indian. This is the esthetics that we seek to understand through the art.
But there is a worrying fact that’s haunting Indian contemporary art scenario like never before. With the flourishing of the modern art galleries, and the variety of art forms making headway in Indian art market, brings the insanity that drives both the art aficionados and creators to extreme. With everyone associated with the arts vying for their share of limelight and profit, the very fine line that differentiates an artist from the common man has virtually erased. Today, anyone can become an artist by creating collage of colourful or morbid strokes. The fine arts of painting, sculpture, caricature, etc. have reduced to mere crafts, for the selling’s sake. It would be a crime to even ponder about the ‘art for art’s sake’ in such a scenario. We have art exhibitions solely meant for selling. At times, it seems that the rich and the affluent can only cherish the art, whichever form it employs to represent life.