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Scratches on a Cave Wall in France Likely to Be Earliest Example of Neanderthal Art

Aditya Sisodia In a remarkable discovery, a collection of ancient cave markings found in the French cave of La Roche-Cotard has been determined to be the earliest unambiguous example of Neanderthal cave engravings. The artwork, dating back as far as 75,000 years ago, provides evidence that our closest cousins, the Neanderthals, shared our innate creativity […]

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New Trend in Real Estate: Art Becomes an Integral Part of New Homes

Aditya Sisodia In a captivating display of creativity, real estate developers are embracing the concept of incorporating art into their projects. Gone are the days when a house was simply a structure to live in; now, it comes with its own art installations, sculptures, and murals. This emerging trend aims to enhance the living experience

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Berlin Biennale Pushes Back Next Edition Due to Concerns of an Overwhelming ‘Bienniale Super Art Year’

Aditya Sisodia  The Berlin Biennale, renowned as one of Europe’s most esteemed recurring art exhibitions, has announced the postponement of its upcoming edition from 2024 to 2025. In a statement, the German Federal Cultural Foundation attributed the delay to “pandemic-related organisational delays” and concerns regarding a potential “biennial super art year” in 2024. The decision

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Unforgettable Intimate Evening Celebrating J Swaminathan’s 95th Birthday

Yesterday (June 21), the atmosphere at the Dhoomimal Gallery in New Delhi was filled with celebrations as renowned artist, poet, art enthusiast, and founding member of the ‘Group 1890,’ J. Swaminathan, marked his 95th birthday. The event witnessed a large number of authors, poets, artists, and art enthusiasts who participated wholeheartedly in this celebration. Given

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The Coming Out of Queer photographer Mengwen Cao as She Talks About Marginalization, Family and Work

It’s a very personal—yet typical—experience to come out to your family as LGBT. Mengwen Cao had the procedure in 2016, making a video to show their parents on FaceTime, recording the call, and afterwards transforming the tape into an artwork titled Here We Are. The call concludes with the artist’s father saying, “We can accept

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Meet Aaquib Wani: The Designer Behind the New Jerseys for Indian Cricketers

Aditya Sisodia The recently launched jerseys of the Indian cricket team have created quite a buzz, with the Test jersey selling out within two days of its release. The mastermind behind these eye-catching designs is Aaquib Wani, a self-taught designer who was entrusted with the task by the global sportswear brand Adidas. With his emphasis

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Serendipity Arts Festival’s Sixth Edition Spotlights Inclusivity and Regional Projects

Aditya Sisodia Goa is eagerly preparing to host the much-awaited sixth edition of the Serendipity Arts Festival, set to take place from December 15 to 23. This edition of the festival is dedicated to promoting inclusivity and featuring region-specific projects, as well as workshops designed for individuals with special needs. Furthermore, a dedicated segment with

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Bihar’s Cultural Splendor Shines at G20: Showcasing Expertise, Creativity, and Heritage

Aditya Sisodia The G20 meetings held at Gyan Bhawan in Bihar provide a platform to showcase the state’s expertise, creativity, and cultural heritage. With 15 stalls set up, visitors and G20 delegates have the opportunity to explore the diverse offerings, including artistic crafts, handcrafted products, organic honey, traditional textiles, and culinary delights. At the venue,

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The Art of Banasari Weaving: Two Artists’ Unwavering Dedication Coupled with Nita Ambani’s Support

Tsuktiben Jamir Mrs Nita Ambani, Founder and Chairperson of Reliance Foundation, has always had a deep passion and admiration for Indian art and culture, and she has gone above and beyond to promote it on multiple platforms. Mrs Ambani has taken centre stage at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre in Mumbai, where she recently

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Berlin Based Artist and Filmmaker, Heiko-Thandeka Ncube Commits Suicide at the Age of 32

Pratiksha Shome Heiko-Thandeka Ncube, a filmmaker whose works on racial violence had begun to win praise in Berlin, passed away at the age of 32. Ncube was a board member of The Hub, a nonprofit organisation promoting art education in Berlin, and on June 9 he committed suicide, according to an Instagram post. “He was

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