Introduction A remarkable fundraising campaign has recently been initiated to safeguard the historic Atelier 11 studio in the Cité Falguière, Paris. This 150-year-old studio holds profound art historical significance, having been the creative sanctuary for renowned artists such as Amedeo Modigliani, Chaïm Soutine, Constantin Brancusi, and Paul Gauguin. Additionally, it played a pivotal role in […]
On October 29th of 2023, Daakroom concludes another run of their Letter Writing Carnival with a successful turnout. This one-day event gathered more than 8,000 participants at the Gandhi Darshan near Rajghat in the Indian Capital of Delhi. The aim of the event and organisation is to bring back the dying art of letter writing
Introduction In an exciting development, a renowned international exhibition in South Korea has featured a selection of works by city-based artist Govinda Vishwa. Known for his incredible unconventional art, Vishwas was one of the few artists from India who participated in the exhibition titled ‘Recycling Story 2023’. Curated by artist-curator Soon Young Yang, the program
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Introduction The National Museum of Oman has become a global hub for art enthusiasts and tourists, thanks to its exclusive exhibition, ‘India on Canvas.’ This exhibition showcases a rich tapestry of modern Indian art and has been drawing visitors from around the world. Featuring iconic artists such as Raja Ravi Varma, Nandalal Bose, Jamini Roy,
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Four Artforum Staffers Resign Four Artforum employees have resigned as a result of the firing of the publication’s former editor, David Velasco. Their departure followed the controversial publication of an open letter on the Gaza conflict by Artforum. Resignations Announced Kate Sutton, Artforum’s assistant editor since 2018, officially resigned Friday. On Sunday, Artforum executive editors
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As conflict between Israel and Hamas continues, the world-famous Venice Biennial is embroiled in a geopolitical conflict. Israel has decided to go ahead with a planned pavilion for the 2024 biennial games, despite ongoing hostilities. In contrast, the organisers of an exhibition of Palestinian artists associated with the 2022 biennial faced obstacles, rejecting them for
Introduction Sathyabhama K was a daily wage worker who unfortunately fell victim to the pandemic that ravaged the world in 2021. At 65 Sathyabhama is now famous as an artist having a solo show just organised at the main Thrissur Lalithakala Academy gallery. Her story is inspiring for those who look for various approaches of overcoming crises
Introduction Mark Rothko, known for his iconic colour field paintings, is being celebrated at the Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris. This grand exhibition takes visitors on a journey through his artistic evolution, shedding light on the lesser-known aspects of his career. Curated by Suzanne Pagé and Christopher Rothko, the artist’s son, this retrospective offers a
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Introduction In the picturesque landscape of Karma Lakelands, the 2023 Annual Art Symposium unfolded as a remarkable celebration of art, nature, and creativity. The words of Thomas Merton, “Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time,” beautifully encapsulated the spirit of this event. Artists from diverse backgrounds, each with their
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Introduction On October 17, 2023, New Delhi witnessed a momentous occasion as the Kalabhumi Institute of Fine Arts & Design achieved recognition in three prestigious world records. The “The Pride of India” Award Ceremony 2023, held at the Laugh Store Vegas Mall in Sector 14 Dwarka, New Delhi, marked the remarkable achievements of Kalabhumi, notably
