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Six Galleries, 50 Artists; Celebrating Un/Known Visual Narration of South Asian Art

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The Delhi Contemporary Art Week brings a new wave of ways of seeing Art. The exhibition showcases the vibrant nature of artists from India and the broader South Asian region, including Bangladesh and Pakistan, at Bikaner House for a week-long programme. At first look, this event displays contemporary Art in different consistencies, philosophies and principles, […]

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CRACK International Art Camp 2023 is Calling for Applicants. 

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Calling all nature-loving artists. Awaken your inner Wordsworth by signing up for this 5 day, camping retreat in Kushtia, Bangladesh. Read on to learn more about the CRACK International Art Camp 2023.  About the Initiative The CRACK International Art Camp (CIAC) promotes emerging artists worldwide by providing a non-corporate, international environment for creation. It encourages

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In Self Defence: Shot by Yi-Fei Chen’s Bullets of Tears

Columns /

Introduction Discomfort is very common in social situations, especially when one feels like an outsider. Imagine being surrounded by a language and culture vastly different from your own, facing authority you struggle to communicate with and stand up to. How do you respond to unfair treatment when the odds are stacked against you? For Yi-Fei

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Celebrating Nagaland’s Rich Handloom and Handicraft Heritage: 2023-2024 State Handloom Expos

News /

Introduction In an effort to celebrate Nagaland’s cultural diversity and artistic heritage, a series of dynamic handloom expos are set to take place during the 2023-2024 financial year. These inspiring events have been made possible through the generous sponsorship of the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handloom), Ministry of Textiles, Government of India. The Nagaland

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Venice to Introduce Day-Tripper Admission Fee to Tackle Over-Tourism

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Introduction Venice, a city renowned for its picturesque canals and historic charm, has announced plans to implement a €5 admission fee for day-trippers starting next spring. The move comes as a response to the ongoing problem of over-tourism, which has put a strain on the city’s infrastructure and local residents. This article explores the details

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Street Artist Sparks Controversy by Whitewashing Basquiat’s Former Studio

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Introduction Street art, by its very nature, is transient and subject to the elements and property owners’ whims. However, the graffiti community has been outraged over the past two months by one artist’s repeated whitewashing of the building where Jean-Michel Basquiat lived and worked. The studio at 57 Great Jones Street in New York City

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The GOI Inviting Submissions for India Art Architecture Design Biennale 2023.

News, Opportunities /

Recently, The Ministry of Culture posted on their social media an open call for submissions of artworks, models and for Art curators across the country. The submissions are being conducted for the upcoming India Art Architecture Design Biennale 2023, which would serve as a precursor to the upcoming Venice Biennale 2024. Read on to learn

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5 Philosophies of Art You Should Know About

Columns, Featured /

Introduction Art is a boundless subject that has enchanted humanity for millennia, functioning as a  crucial conduit for the articulation of thoughts, sentiments, and interpretations of the human experience.  This intricate and multifaceted subject has spurred countless debates among philosophers, artists, and scholars, giving rise to an array of philosophical perspectives that seek to decipher

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Last Date Approaching for the Kala Sakshi Art Scholarship

Opportunities /

If you’re a fine art student looking for a helping hand with your academic expenses, Kala Sakshi Memorial Trust (KSMT) has brought just the perfect opportunity for you. Towards the end of July 2023. KSMT announced their annual art scholarship applications open for the year 2023-24. For more details on the same, read on. Particulars:

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Open Call for Prestigious Residency at ISCP, Brooklyn, Sponsored by The Inlaks Shivdasani Foundation

Opportunities /

The International Studio & Curatorial Program (ISCP), located in the vibrant cultural hub of Brooklyn, New York, is thrilled to announce an open call for a prestigious residency sponsored by The Inlaks Shivdasani Foundation. This unique opportunity is exclusively available to Indian citizens aged 35 or under, who have resided continuously in India for at

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