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A Creative Guide to Artist Residencies in India and Beyond Artist residencies are fast becoming vital spaces for growth, collaboration, and cultural exchange. Designed to bring together creatives from around the world, these programs offer more than just time and space to work. In a world where creativity often flourishes in solitude, residencies provide a […]

Sudarsan Pattnaik’s Sand Art on Operation Sindoor Renowned artist Sudarsan Pattnaik transforms 5 tonnes of sand into a powerful memorial to India’s armed forces and their precise strikes in response to the Pahalgam terror attack. In a stirring blend of art and patriotism, celebrated sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik has created a striking 6-foot-high sand sculpture

3D Technology Unlocks Ritualistic Ancient Greek Figurines A groundbreaking collaboration between archaeologists and engineers reveals how ancient Greeks mass-produced votive figurines, and what these modest offerings reveal about daily life, belief systems, and craftsmanship in the early first millennium B.C. On a Windswept Ridge in Crete, Ancient Secrets Lie Hidden in the Rocks High above

How Art Museums Transform the Way We Think In a world dominated by constant digital stimulation, the simple act of standing before a piece of art in a quiet museum may be far more powerful than we realize. According to a new study from the University of Cambridge, visiting an art museum and contemplating the

Christie’s to Feature Monumental Painting from Rubell Collection in May 2025 Marquee Week Sale Renowned contemporary artist Marlene Dumas is expected to make art history this May as her 1997 painting Miss January heads to auction at Christie’s New York. The emotionally charged work, estimated between $12 million and $18 million, is backed by a

Villa Swagatam’s Residency A landmark initiative in the field of international cultural exchange, Villa Swagatam has announced the launch of its third call for applications for residencies across India, France, Bangladesh, and newly included Sri Lanka. Spearheaded by the French Institute in India and the French Embassy in India, the programme stands at the forefront

Neolithic Rock Art Found in Nalgonda’s Ramalingalagudem In a groundbreaking archaeological discovery, rock art dating back to the Neolithic period (6000–4000 BCE) has been uncovered in the Nalgonda district of Telangana. Archaeologist Dr. E Sivanagi Reddy and his team identified the engravings during an exploration of a hillock on the outskirts of Ramalingalagudem village in

Tate’s Turner Prize 2025 Nominees The Turner Prize 2025 shortlist has just been announced, and the lineup is nothing short of extraordinary. Four exceptional artists—Mohammed Sami, Rene Matić, Nnena Kalu, and Zadie Xa—have been nominated for the prestigious award. Their work spans a variety of media, from painting and sculpture to photography and immersive installations,