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Minerva

Minerva is a visual artist and currently serves as a sub editor at Abir Pothi.

The Confederation of Indian Industry’s Vision for Design in an Ever Changing World

CII Global Design Summit 2025 /

The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has positioned design as a cornerstone of India’s competitive advantage in an increasingly complex global marketplace. For more than 125 years, CII has shaped India’s development trajectory, and today, through its National Committee on Design, it champions design as a transformative tool for economic growth, social development, and environmental […]

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Exploring the Masterful Craftsmanship: A Journey through the World of Ceramic Artists

Columns /

Introduction Few media in the field of artistic expression are as adaptable and steeped in history as ceramics. Ceramic artists have consistently pushed the bounds of inventiveness, turning clay into stunning pieces of art, from ancient civilisations to contemporary ateliers. In this piece, we explore the interesting area of ceramic artists, highlighting their distinct styles

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Biophilic Design: The Holistic Collaboration of Interior Design and Architecture

Architecture /

What Is Biophilic Design? The biophilic design concept aims to incorporate organic and naturally inspired components into the built environment, drawing inspiration from the deep connection between humans and nature. Frank Lloyd Wright’s emphasis on studying and being near nature gave rise to the ideology of biophilic design, which has now grown into a movement

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India Art Fair 2026 to Feature Record 123 Exhibitors in February

Art Fair /

India Art Fair has announced its 17th edition will take place from February 5-8, 2026, at the NSIC Exhibition Grounds in New Delhi, featuring a record 123 exhibitors. The fair, presented in partnership with BMW India, will bring together 87 galleries, 24 art institutions, 12 design studios, and 2 design galleries. Preview days are scheduled

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Artist Ravi Kashi Explores Paper as Metaphor in New Delhi Solo Exhibition

Exhibitions /

Threshold Art Gallery presents “Shadows of Breath,” a solo exhibition by Bangalore-based artist Ravi Kashi, running from October 31 to November 30, 2025. The exhibition examines paper as a metaphor for the human body through the artist’s specialized technique of pulp painting. Kashi’s work treats paper not as a traditional surface but as a sculptural

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Lalit Kala Akademi to Host Solo Show of Master Artist Prof. Sukhvir Sanghal

Exhibitions /

The Lalit Kala Akademi will present a major solo exhibition showcasing the works of Prof. Sukhvir Sanghal (1914–2006), a pioneering figure of the Bengal School of art, from November 6 to 12, 2025. Titled “Museum on the Wheels,” the exhibition brings together 45 paintings and tapestries spanning the artist’s career, including works from his acclaimed

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Piyush Pandey’s Greatest Hits: Five Ads That Changed Indian Advertising

Do You Know? /

Piyush Pandey, the creative visionary who redefined Indian advertising, passed away on 24th Oct. Over more than forty years with Ogilvy India, he became inseparable from the agency itself, building a legacy that gave Indian brands their own authentic voice. His passing closes a remarkable chapter in advertising history—one where campaigns weren’t crafted in boardrooms

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The Return of a Masterpiece: MF Husain’s Monumental WHO Mural Emerges from Six Years in Storage

News /

After nearly six years hidden away in climate-controlled storage, one of Delhi’s most significant public artworks has finally returned to public attention. The monumental mural by celebrated modernist painter MF Husain, which adorned the World Health Organisation’s South-East Asia regional office, represents both a triumph of artistic vision and an unprecedented feat of conservation. Created

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In Conversation With Asavari Gurav

Interview /

Asavari Gurav is an emerging artist, born in Goa in 1996, and has completed her studies in Fine Arts from M.S. University of Baroda. She draws her inspiration from her immediate surroundings, memories, significant events, literature, Goan Jazz, folktales, theatre, and most profusely from her poetry and imagination. Profusely, she delves into the world of

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