Author: Tanjim Chowdhury
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A Journey with Carl Emanuel Wolff: Sculptor, Artist, and Mentor
Meeting a Master: First Impressions in Essen In April 2019, my journey with the renowned sculptor Carl Emanuel Wolff began. This serendipitous encounter occurred during a study tour to Essen, Germany, organized by Rainer Oldendorf. Alongside two Erasmus students, we had the privilege of lodging at Professor Wolff’s apartment. Our stay was memorable not just…
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My Erasmus in Germany: A Transformative Experience
It had been over two years since I started studying in France, and my love for art history, architecture, and culture continued to grow. However, this year was marked by monotony due to the coronavirus pandemic. Fortunately, an opportunity arose to break this routine and explore a new culture: the Erasmus exchange program. I jumped…
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A Canvas Of Experiences: My Erasmus Journey In Dresden
A Leap of Faith into German Expressionism As a foreign student in France, participating in the Erasmus program was not obligatory for me. However, my curiosity and the inspiration I received from my teacher, Rainer Oldendorf, at ISBA drove me to explore this opportunity. With a deep admiration for German Expressionism, I chose to apply…
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Regards Croisés: Artistic Encounters and Friendship with Christine Robion
The first French artist I had the chance to meet in my life is Christine Robion. A versatile artist, writer, and musician, Christine Robion was born in 1951 in Brittany. Her educational journey is varied, having attended several schools and high schools before pursuing her studies at the University of Caen, then the Sorbonne, and…
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Discovering the Art and Legacy of Pierre Bichet
In 2023, as part of my professional bachelor course at Franche-Comté University, I had the privilege of participating in a three-month internship at the Pontarlier Municipal Museum. From April to June, this experience was more than just an academic requirement; it was a transformative journey into the heart of local art and history. One of…
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The Unrest in Bangladesh: A Cry for Justice and Meritocracy
I want justice I’m Tanjim Chowdhury, an artist and student from Bangladesh, currently living and studying in France. The ongoing turmoil in my home country fills me with a deep sense of helplessness and shame. The political situation in Bangladesh has reached a boiling point, with student protests and demands for a merit-based system being…