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Introduction Renowned artist Jeffrey Gibson, set to represent the United States at the 2024 Venice Biennale, has filed a lawsuit against his former gallery, Kavi Gupta, claiming that the gallery has withheld over $600,000 in owed funds. The legal battle sheds light on a dispute over the terms of their agreement and the investments made […]
The seventh edition of Abir India’s First Take 2023 is in the selection process. ‘First Take’ gives space for rising young artists across India is now become guiding lights in the contemporary Indian Art scene. The response to the open call of Abir India’s First Take 2023 alone signifies a tempting story of this remarkable
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INTRODUCTION The world of comics is a captivating realm where artistic expression and storytelling converge to create vibrant narratives that captivate readers across the globe. Within this realm, two distinct traditions, American comics and English comics, stand as pillars of creativity and innovation. While they share the common medium of sequential art, these traditions exhibit
Exploring the Distinctive Threads: The Nuances of American and English Comics (Part-2) Read More »
The art world in India is buzzing with excitement as one of the most renowned and significant art installations, Yayoi Kusama’s Infinity Mirrored Rooms, makes its debut at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC). This groundbreaking exhibition marks the first time that the Japanese artist’s iconic masterpiece is being displayed in India, a testament
In a quiet residential area situated at one end of Chennai’s Marina Beach, Nochikuppam, a massive monochromatic mural came to life, thanks to the creative vision of Mexican artist Paola Delfín. Supported by St+art India Foundation, a not-for-profit organization that works to bring art projects to public spaces, Delfín’s mural has become a tribute to
Om Prakash Jain, born in 1929, is an Indian art curator, collector, patron, and philanthropist. He founded the Sanskriti Pratishthan (Sankriti Foundation) in 1979, widely regarded as one of the foremost organisations committed to cultural preservation and advancement of arts; as well as runs the Sanskriti Kendra Museums in Anandagram, Delhi. He was chairman of
Introduction In a remarkable exhibition-cum-sale by Sotheby’s auction house in London, over 1,400 lots of the treasured belongings of legendary British singer-songwriter Freddie Mercury have been unveiled. Among these items is a captivating Indian miniature painting dating back to the 16th century, known as the ‘Journey of a Persian Prince.’ This article explores the significance
Introduction India’s cultural and spiritual heritage is woven with threads of diverse traditions and profound philosophies that have evolved over centuries. Among these, Vaishnavism stands as evidence of the lasting power of devotion and the pursuit of spiritual enlightenment. Originating in ancient times, Vaishnavism’s roots delve deep into the religious landscape of India. Within this
Resurgence of Devotion: How Did Neo-Vaishnavism Shape Assam’s Cultural Renaissance? Read More »
Introduction: Dr. Jyotindra Jain is a renowned Indian scholar, who has authored several articles, books and staged exhibitions on traditional Indian folk arts and cultures as well as popular visual cultures. His interest in Indian art and culture identified him as a potential and pioneering academic scholar. Dr. Jyotindra Jain, born on June 5th, 1943,
Dr. Jyotindra Jain: A Pioneering Scholar and visionary of Indian Art and Culture. Read More »
In 2002, the founder of the Bahujan Samaj Party, Kanshi Ram, announced his intentions to convert to Buddhism on 14th October 2006, the 50th anniversary of Ambedkar’s conversion at Nagpur. But on 9th October 2006, the charismatic Dalit leader died at his official residence in New Delhi after a long history of health complications. After
Mayawati’s Lucknow: Buddha, Baba Saheb Becomes Visible in the Cityscape Read More »