Titanium Reflections: A Dream Realised at the Guggenheim Bilbao
A dream realized at the Guggenheim Bilbao: five days immersed in Frank Gehry's titanium masterpiece, Jeff Koons' Puppy, Louise Bourgeois' Maman, Richard Serra's spirals, and living art.
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The Living Canvas: My First Guided Tour of Rennes
A first guided tour of Rennes shared with a mother returning after 50 years: medieval timber houses, gilded statues, opera muses, and a cathedral full of gold, marble, and living memory.
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European Heritage Days: A Cultural Event I Look Forward to Every Year
A personal guide to European Heritage Days in Rennes, exploring a 19th-century prison, a mystical underground reservoir, an agricultural institute, and the restored Parliament of Brittany.
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Art, Memory, and Meaning: My Story with Artisans du Monde
Wandering through Rennes, an artist discovers Artisans du Monde, a fair trade shop selling Bangladeshi crafts, and is moved to volunteer, connecting her roots with a global solidarity mission.
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Transforming optical glasses box into unique works of art
Give your old optical glasses boxes a new life by transforming them into unique painted art pieces, with step-by-step instructions on preparation, design, painting techniques, and finishing.
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PK Sen Bhaban: A Forgotten Jewel of Chittagong’s History
Discover the PK Sen Bhaban, a forgotten architectural gem in Chittagong blending Hindu, Islamic, and Gothic styles, and the urgent need to preserve this century-old heritage.
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Telling Stories Through Waste: My Artistic Dialogue with El Anatsui
Inspired by El Anatsui's shimmering sculptures made from discarded bottle caps, an artist from Chittagong creates a colorful curtain from recycled cans, weaving stories of resilience and identity.
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How to Make a Kadam Flower with Recycled Materials: A Step-by-Step DIY Guide
Create a beautiful Kadam flower using recycled foam packaging with this step-by-step DIY guide, combining eco-friendly materials with traditional Bengali craft in a charming handmade project.
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Titanium Reflections: A Dream Realised at the Guggenheim Bilbao
The Living Canvas: My First Guided Tour of Rennes
European Heritage Days: A Cultural Event I Look Forward to Every Year
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Transforming optical glasses box into unique works of art
PK Sen Bhaban: A Forgotten Jewel of Chittagong’s History
Tanjim Chowdhury is an artist from Bangladesh, based in Rennes, France. This blog explores art, craft, cultural heritage, and creative encounters. Learn more →