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Lisson Gallery Pauses Ai Weiwei Show Amid Controversial Tweet on Israel-Hamas War

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London Exhibition Put on Hold Lisson Gallery, a renowned contemporary art space in London, has decided to halt its plans to exhibit the work of acclaimed artist Ai Weiwei. The decision came in response to a social media post by Ai Weiwei concerning the Israel-Hamas conflict. Controversial Tweet Sparks Concern In a now-deleted tweet, Ai […]

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Jindal Family Unveils Cultural Marvel: JSW Foundation to Launch Hampi Art Labs in Southern India

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Introduction India’s illustrious Jindal family, renowned for their significant contributions to culture and arts, is set to inaugurate Hampi Art Labs, a contemporary art centre in southern India. Backed by the JSW Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the Mumbai-based JSW Group, this initiative marks a significant addition to the country’s cultural landscape. A Glimpse of

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William Hogarth: Satire, Social Commentary, and Artistic Innovation in 18th-Century England

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Influential English painter, engraver, and humorist William Hogarth (1697–1764) is renowned for his varied body of work, which includes realistic portraiture and series reminiscent of comic strips. Hogarth was raised in a household of lower middle class London natives, and his father was imprisoned due to debt during his early years. This encounter left a

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Resignation Ripples: Ranjit Hoskote’s Exit from Documenta 16 Committee Amid Israel Controversy

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Background Mumbai-based poet, cultural theorist, and curator Ranjit Hoskote recently resigned from the Finding Committee for Documenta 16, one of the world’s renowned art exhibitions held in Germany every five years. His departure on November 12 followed accusations of anti-Semitism and sympathy towards the BDS (Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions) movement. Allegations and Response Hoskote faced criticism

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Masking Tape, or Painter’s Tape: Artists Should Know Their Friend!

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Masking tape is an easily removable glue for various crafts, painting, and other projects. It is named “masking” tape because it is often used to draw clear borders between diverse project elements or to mask off spots that shouldn’t be painted. Based on a scale of 1 to 100, the adhesive’s strength determines the tape’s

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Oil Painting – The Ultimate Guide for Beginners

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Oil painting is a traditional and versatile artistic expression that uses pigments suspended in drying oils as the medium. The ancient and adaptable oil painting medium employs pigments suspended in drying oils for creative expression. Although linseed is the most widely used drying oil, other oils, including safflower, poppy seeds, and walnuts, can also be

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The Meaning of Marriage: Symbolism in The Arnolfini Portrait

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The Arnolfini Portrait was painted in 1434 by the Early Netherlandish painter, Jan Van Eyck. It is alternatively known as the ‘Arnolfini Wedding Portrait.’ The painting narrates the triviality of monotony during the Northern Renaissance. In addition to the subjects, the painting includes conceited elements imbibed with symbolic meanings. Jan van Eyck Arnolfini’s Portrait is

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Israeli Committee Member Resigns Amidst Controversy in Documenta 16 Artistic Director Selection Process

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Committee Loses Member Amidst Turmoil The committee tasked with selecting the artistic director for Documenta 16, one of the world’s premier art festivals scheduled for 2027, faced a setback as Israeli artist, philosopher, and psychoanalyst Bracha L. Ettinger resigned last week. The six-person committee had been navigating controversy, including accusations of anti-Semitism and the challenging

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IIAD’s Sreeram Jayaram Secures Top Honors with Animation Xpress ANN Award for Best Student Film

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Introduction The Indian Institute of Art & Design (IIAD) proudly announces a momentous achievement by one of its students, Sreeram Jayaram. Sreeram, a student of the Communication Design department (2019-23), has clinched the esteemed Animation Xpress ANN Award for the Best Student Film (Animation) in Mumbai. The Winning Film: “The Day My Dad Arrives” Sreeram’s

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