printing

The art of printmaking is witnessing an upward swing and artists in Goa are finding this genre of art viable, both in terms of creativity and commercial value. Originating in China in 105 AD, the ancient art of printmaking/graphic art found favour across the globe with European masters like Rembrandt and Goya. Although embraced in India around the 20th century, Goa was introduced to printmaking as early as 1556 with the advent of the first lithography machine in India. But the art form remained relatively obscure in Goa, up until a decade ago, when it began witnessing an upsurge. Carried forward by a committed community of versatileRead More →