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Artist of the Week is a special category that recognises and highlights the works of talented artists. New artists are featured each week, showcasing their unique styles, techniques, and themes. From emerging artists to established veterans, the Artist of the Week category celebrates creativity and diversity in the art world and provides a platform for […]
Dishakha Yadav’s Uncharted Emotionscape Read More »
Introduction Tech firm Yuga Labs, the creator behind popular NFT collections such as Bored Ape Yacht Club and CryptoPunks, is preparing for employee layoffs and a comprehensive company restructuring. These changes come in the wake of the appointment of new Chief Executive Officer Daniel Alegre and a growing sense of skepticism regarding the stability and
Yuga Labs Announces Employee Layoffs and Restructuring Amidst NFT Market Uncertainty Read More »
Introduction Despite superstitions surrounding Friday the 13th, Christie’s London hosted successful evening auctions on October 13th, 2023, with substantial earnings of £96.5 million, including fees. Bidding exhibited a more controlled atmosphere compared to previous years, and the results were well within the auction house’s estimates. Salvo’s Painting Steals the Show One of the standout moments
Christie’s London Sales Thrive Despite Friday the 13th Superstitions Read More »
Introduction The Louvre Museum, a cultural jewel of Paris and a global icon, found itself at the centre of a security scare on a Saturday morning. Alarms sounded, and the museum was swiftly evacuated due to bomb threats. Here’s what unfolded at this historic institution. No Injuries, Thorough Police Searches Thankfully, no one was harmed,
Louvre Museum Evacuated Following Bomb Threats Amidst High Security Alert Read More »
A fashion star was born in the busy borough of the Bronx, New York City, on October 14, 1939. Formerly known as Ralph Lifshitz, Ralph Lauren KBE has now established himself as a household brand, associated with luxury, innovation, and classic elegance. We explore the extraordinary life of this millionaire businessman, philanthropist, and fashion designer
Ralph Lauren: A Journey Through Fashion, Philanthropy, and Controversies Read More »
We are familiar with the proverb, “All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy”. And it certainly holds true. The word “play” may take a plethora of forms. And no artist knows it better than Touko Valio Laaksonen, better remembered by his pseudonym, ‘Tom of Finland’. Tom of Finland is both the artist
Lust for Latex and Leather: A Tom of Finland Legacy Read More »
Who is Sudarsan Pattnaik? Sudarsan Pattnaik is a self-taught sand artist based in Puri, Odisha. He was born on 15 April 1977. Since his early childhood, he was interested in the beaches and creating sand art, a skill he honed by himself. While building sand sculptures was fun to him, he was oblivious to the
Sudarsan Pattnaik Art: Styling Sandcastles Across the Sea Shore Read More »
Despite the hype surrounding Paris, dealers claim that London still dominates the European art market as Frieze opens Amid the spectre of Brexit and stringent Covid-19 measures two years ago, London’s standing as Europe’s art capital seemed under threat from Paris. However, as Frieze London’s 20th edition approaches, art dealers and experts are refuting these
Highlights from Frieze London Opening Read More »
On August 31, an SH Raza acrylic on canvas, titled Gestation (1989), became the most valuable Indian artwork ever sold at an auction. It went for an astounding Rs 51.75 crore, including commissions. The same day, two more records were made. FN Souza’s oil painting, Hunger, fetched Rs 34.5 crore, marking a new pinnacle for the artist,
Prices Rise to Record High As the Scale of Indian Art Burgeons After Covid Read More »
Introduction The ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict has resulted in a devastating humanitarian tragedy, prompting various sectors to respond in solidarity. The fashion world, too, has demonstrated its empathy and support by canceling or postponing several major events across the Middle East, the United States, and beyond. This article highlights key fashion events affected by the crisis
Fashion World Responds to Israel-Hamas Conflict: Major Events Canceled or Postponed Read More »