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The term 'Conservation' means a careful approach, which comprises the processes of stabilization, preservation and often restoration, using reversible materials, which will not be hazardous to the object. Conservation can broadly be of two types

The working mantra for all those art enthusiasts aspiring to invade into the world of art appreciation consists - Instinct and Interest. While your instinct would drive you to what you like and develop your taste in art, the interest would make you discover and learn more about the world of art.

We present two articles written by prominent art historians and critics. The first one gives a background of contemporary Indian Art and traces the progression of the visual arts from Nandalal Bose onwards. The second article dwells on the younger generation of painters from all parts of India. Both the articles have been written in a different context but serve as a comprehensive introduction to contemporary Indian art.

Maqbool Fida Husain, or M.F. Husain, is recognised as the most renowned painter in the history of India. Born in 1915 in Pandharpur, Maharashtra, Husain belonged to a working-class family. Known for its rich symbolism, his canvases exude a unique Indianness with a blend of modernism. The subject matter of his narrative paintings includes popular culture, history, and mythology.

Born in 1924 in Shimla, Ram Kumaris one of the eminent artists of India and a tranquil figure in the art world with his enduring presence and creativity. In his formative years, Ram Kumar was surrounded by the meditative environments of the snowcapped mountain ranges in the Himalayas. The silent yet majestic mountains and the clear blue skies are reflected in his vast oeuvre. Following the spiritual quest for creative knowledge and wisdom, Ram Kumar travelled from Varanasi to Machu Picchu to Ladakh. These journeys left a remarkable mark on his artistic development. His love for nature and solitary spaces has made him the foremost abstract painter in the history of the Modern Indian art world.

Art appreciation is the attempt to understand, enjoy, and value the uniqueness of artistic expression encompassing both artworks themselves and the artists who create them. The process involves developing an intellectual and perceptive response to visual arts and performing arts, including paintings, sculptures, photographs, as well as music, literature, and theatre art.

India has witnessed many art movements; among them, the most captivating is the progressive art group formed in Mumbai in 1947. The Progressive Artists Group, or PAG, was a brief art movement where the artists challenged the existing conservative art styles.

The abundant cultural reservoir of India is echoed in the diverse and enthralling art forms, folk arts and crafts. Traditional Indian art is an umbrella term encompassing myriad artworks representing traditions, customs, and ideologies passed on from generation to generation. While some art forms moved towards new material options and paints, others remained unaltered by modernisation.

From realism to cubism to modernism and more abstract experiments, Varanasi has awakened a response from artists across ages, eras, communities and cultures

Ceramic is a very versatile medium embodying an element of intrigue. Over the years, artists have experimented widely with it, exploring the myriad frameworks of form, function and creative expressions.