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Introduction A recent addition to Hyderabad’s lively Jubilee Hills neighbourhood, Telugu Medium is a tribute to the region’s rich architectural legacy. Using traditional building materials and methods, the restaurant pays tribute to the local vernacular architecture while providing a modern eating experience. It was designed by the local firm Sona Reddy Studio. Embracing Tradition in […]
Introduction Niles Luther, a 27-year-old cellist, has embarked on an innovative journey as the Brooklyn Museum’s first composer-in-residence. His mission? To create original scores that complement and enhance the museum’s exhibitions, starting with Hiroshige’s 100 Famous Views of Edo, featuring Takashi Murakami. Expanding the Boundaries of Art Music Luther introduces the concept of “Art Music,”
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Introduction As the 120th birthday of surrealist icon Salvador Dalí approaches, the Salvador Dalí Museum in St. Petersburg, Florida, introduces an innovative ad campaign. This initiative features an AI-driven incarnation of Dalí’s voice, enabling visitors to engage with a virtual version of the artist. AI Technology Implementation Developed by San Francisco-based agency Goodby Silverstein &
In a recent development at the British Museum, tensions have arisen between museum officials and the Prime Minister’s office regarding the selection of the institution’s next director. Reports from the Telegraph indicate a clash between British Museum chairman George Osborne and officials from the Prime Minister’s office over the selection process for the museum’s next
Is Political Interference Impacting British Museum’s Leadership Appointment? Read More »
A Tale of Art, Politics, and Intrigue The intertwining of art and politics has always been a fascinating and controversial subject throughout history, with various exhibitions leaving an incredible mark on the cultural landscape. Documenting these pivotal moments, “Taking Venice,” a new documentary set for limited release next month, delves into the scandalous events surrounding
Milan Art Week exploded with ITALIA 70, a massive public art project showcasing 70 Italian artists across the entire city. The Nicola Trussardi Foundation, a champion of artistic expression, unveiled ITALIA 70. Curated by Massimiliano Gioni, this was a different display. Imagine 70 contemporary artists, each a maestro in their own right, weaving their visions
Whispers on the Wind: 70 Voices of Contemporary Italian Art Read More »
Dissent Leads to Independent Exhibition Ignacy Czwartos, the original choice to represent Poland at the 2024 Venice Biennale, finds himself at the centre of controversy as his planned exhibition was cancelled due to dissent from the new Polish government. However, undeterred by this setback, Czwartos will now mount an independent exhibition titled “Polonia Uncensored” in
Artists Turned Down for the Polish Pavilion for Depicting Poland’s Historical Oppression Read More »
Introduction Faith Ringgold, a pioneering artist whose impactful career spanned seven decades, passed away at her home in Englewood, New Jersey, on Saturday. Her death, announced by ACA Galleries, her longtime representative, marks the end of an era for the art world. Ringgold’s multifaceted contributions, ranging from bestselling children’s books to incisive activism, have left
Next month, a significant artwork by Jean-Michel Basquiat, titled “The Italian Version of Popeye has no Pork in his Diet,” will be up for auction at Christie’s in New York. Executed in 1982 during the artist’s peak year, the painting features Basquiat’s iconic imagery, including a crown, a wide-eyed face, and cascades of text, on
Basquiat’s Stretcher-Bar Painting Expected to Fetch $30m in New York Spring Auctions Read More »
Introduction Patachitra, the traditional art form of Bengal, once flourished in the Sunderbans but had dwindled over the years. However, a recent collaboration between the Kolkata Society for Cultural Heritage (KSCH) and the directorate of forest, South 24-Parganas division, has breathed new life into this rich cultural heritage. An exhibition titled ChitroPot showcased the transformative
Sunderbans Women Revive Lost Art with 50 Patachitra Paintings and Long Scrolls Read More »