Share:In the dynamic world of contemporary and modern art, art fairs stand as vibrant hubs where creativity converges, collectors connect, and cultural dialogues unfold. These annual events, spanning global cities, play a pivotal role in shaping the art ecosystem. Let’s delve into top art fairs for 2024, which serve as catalysts of creativity and cultural […]
Share:the renowned art historian, left an indelible mark through his prolific writings, lectures, and vast knowledge of Indian art. His passing on November 17 left a void in the art historical realm, where his expertise and eloquence, seemingly guided by the goddess of learning, Saraswati, captivated audiences and readers alike. His erudition spanned across diverse […]
Share:Diwali, the festival of lights, holds a special place in the hearts of millions, transcending religious and cultural boundaries. This five-day celebration symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. In this article, we delve into the significance of Diwali, explore its diverse celebrations in different states of India, […]
Share: India, a land of rich cultural heritage and artistic diversity, has given birth to countless remarkable artists who have left an indelible mark on the global art scene. Among these luminaries, Maqbool Fida Husain, more commonly known as M.F. Husain, stands as one of the most celebrated and controversial painters in Indian history. His […]
Share:The Ministry of Culture clarified Wednesday that the Centre zeroed in on NGMA to transfer the collection by way of donation by Air India since it is the only national institution with a mandate to collect and display Modern art. Opposition leaders have thrown their weight behind protests against the Centre’s plan to move the […]
Share:Nalini Malani is creating animations on her iPad and sharing them on social media. In May, artist Nalini Malani was working on a 25-metre wall drawing for Castello Di Rivoli Museum of Contemporary Art in Rivoli, Italy, which will host a retrospective of her work later this year. In between work, whenever she took a […]
Share:Summary: “I enjoy working with people who are not in the art world and showing them the numerous possibilities for art that exist. For those who walk into Jaipur’s 283-year-old Nahargarh Fort and marvel at its history, there is now another unexpected attraction: contemporary sculpture. The park’s curator Peter Nagy hopes the venue introduces contemporary […]
Share:[Book excerpt] Any examination of Britain’s relationship with India must take account of this extraordinary organisation. Eighteenth-century India was “the theatre of scenes highly important” to Britain.1 So wrote the artist and traveler William Hodges. He was in a good position to judge. Hodges was one of the first British professional landscape painters to visit India, […]
Share: (L-R) Dancer Kathak, 1973; Jigsaw. Shiavax Chavda’s retrospective show, which begins this week at Mumbai’s Jehangir Art Gallery, features some of his best-known paintings, sketches and drawings, many of which carry the motif of Indian classical dance forms, writes Bhumika Popli. What excites me is pure painting: line, pattern, colour and […]
Share:Kathmandu: Aiming to strengthen their close cultural relations, India and Nepal today signed a MoU to promote cooperation in the field of art and culture. The MoU was signed between Nepal Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA) and New Delhi-based Lalit Kala Akademi as part of the Nepal-India Art Exchange Programme. The two academies will work […]
