Art

REFLECTIONS / In harmony

These are our shared dreams that inspire a sense of community–we are all in it together.

#Arts / Graffiti and murals: The new language of freedom in Dhaka

In celebration of our newfound freedom, everyone is expressing themselves in different ways, one of which is through murals and graffiti.

#Reviews / Crafting majesty: Tasleema Alam's royal commissions and her love for Islamic art

From gracing the majestic walls of mosques to the pages of intricate manuscripts and beyond, the appeal of the Islamic art form has persisted over centuries and captivated many. The beauty and depth of this art form attracted Tasleema Alam – an artist, designer and educator – who recently designed an Afghan carpet for His Majesty King Charles III.

'Rescue': Sehri Tales selections, Day 2

The top selections in poetry, flash fiction and artwork for Day 2 of the Sehri Tales challenge; prompt: Rescue

Picasso painting sells for $139 million, most valuable art auctioned this year

Pablo Picasso’s 1932 painting “Femme à la montre” sold for more than $139 million on Wednesday at a Sotheby’s New York auction, making it the most valuable work of art sold globally at an auction this year.

7 life lessons we can take from Pablo Picasso’s artistic legacy

Years after Pablo Picasso’s death, his art is still popular and recreated in many forms; clothes, accessories, decorations, replications etc. Most importantly, his artwork is a source of inspiration for many creatives and a point of references for artists. Picasso's inspirational reach isn't limited to creatives but the lesson we can take from his life is for everyone.

#Perspective / Are AI art generators really worth it?

AI has come a long way. ChatGPT was recently in the spotlight and amongst heated discussions. Side by side, we now have AI art generators.

A Silent Triumph: The Story of Clara Woods

Clara Woods is a seventeen-year-old artist and model.

Salbhi Sumaiya: The artist whose art is heading to the Moon

Salbhi Sumaiya's tale is one of resilience, inspiration, and a profound connection to both art and the stars. As a hard-of-hearing (HOH) individual, her artistry has transcended barriers, becoming a bridge between worlds.

May 10, 2023
May 10, 2023

Viewing gleaning in Bangladesh through Varda’s lens

Gleaning is a term used in the agriculture business.

April 8, 2023
April 8, 2023

Picasso: An actor on the stage of history

On his 50th death anniversary today, The Daily Star looks into the complex psyche of the renowned artiste, which goes beyond his individuality.

March 20, 2023
March 20, 2023

Kranti Art 2023: Bangladesh-India art exchange hosted by Friendship Bangladesh

Artists from India and Bangladesh embarked on a journey from Dhaka to Gaibandha, from 4 to 12 March, to exchange ideas on art, celebrate womanhood, freedom, and equality. The Preema Arte Foundation in Dhaka organised the programme, which was conceived by Shoilpik Shammota and supported by the Kerala Lalitkala Academy and the Kekeyellam Foundation from India, as well as the Friendship Cultural Preservation and the Friendship Colours of the Chars, concerns of Friendship NGO, from Bangladesh.

March 7, 2023
March 7, 2023

Is AI the solution to the animation industry’s so-called “labour shortage”?

Are we, as a society, ready to use AI if it is used at the expense of starving artists?

February 15, 2023
February 15, 2023

‘Baksher Baire’: An art workshop for underprivileged children

The workshop will feature eight emerging Bangladeshi artists with their 2D, collaborative, and collective artworks.

February 11, 2023
February 11, 2023

When Bon Bibi comes to life

The scenography for the project was made by Paris-based multinational architecture, art, and design group Golem. It has been created with the support of Harper Collins India. The installation invites visitors to enter a forest of enormous pages where scenes from the book stand as tall as trees.

February 11, 2023
February 11, 2023

Dhaka Art Summit for young visitors

Animation, games and performances your children shouldn't miss on the last day of DAS 2023 today

February 10, 2023
February 10, 2023

Art Summit for a non-artist

Maybe art is about staring at a wall long enough before you realise that the exhibition ended in the previous room, and it’s just wall paint that you’ve been staring at for the past ten minutes. 

January 31, 2023
January 31, 2023

The healing art can bring

Art offers us ways to tame the inner turmoil within all of us.

January 30, 2023
January 30, 2023

Esscre brings art into entrepreneurship

Esscre was founded two years ago, during the COVID-19 pandemic, to create a talent ecosystem. When the idea was conceptualised, a team of like-minded young individuals began gathering knowledge about the industry and identify how their new endeavour could be impactful. With months of hard work and brainstorming, Esscre came into existence with a mission of curating creativity and making it accessible to everyone.