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Since its Pride Month, we’re turning the spotlight on Bhupen Khakhar, the bold brilliant painter who came out through his canvas. Imagine it is 1981. Less than two years after the first ‘Coming Out Day’ was celebrated by the LGBTQ+ community on October 14, 1979. And you have been a closet homosexual. You have seen […]
How Bhupen Khakhar Redefined Indian Art Through Queer Identity Read More »
The monsoon season in the Indian subcontinent represents a profound cultural force that has shaped artistic expression for centuries. From the rain-soaked canvases of Rajput courts to contemporary street photography, Indian artists have found in the monsoon a wellspring of inspiration, transforming the seasonal rains into powerful metaphors for love, longing, and the eternal dance
Indian Art in the Time of Monsoons Read More »
Ariane, a Spatial Designer trained at the Kent Institute of Art and Design, began her design journey much earlier—as a young intern at an interior design studio in Ahmedabad. Her passion for the field was sparked at the age of 13, when the renovation of her family home by the same studio opened her eyes
This and That: Handcrafted Vision by Ariane Thakore Ginwala Read More »
Your guide to all things art in New York City Making It Modern: European Ceramics from the Martin Eidelberg Collection On view at The Met Fifth Avenue (Gallery 521) from June 16, 2025, to January 4, 2026, Making It Modern celebrates Dr. Martin Eidelberg’s generous gift of approximately 80 European ceramic works dating from the
From Picasso to Murakami: 5 NYC Art Exhibits You’ll Regret Not Seeing Read More »
Banksy Makes A Comeback in Southern France Guess who’s back? That’s right, Banksy, the elusive street art legend from Bristol, has returned with a brand-new mural. And this time, it’s more emotional, more mysterious, and possibly more personal than ever before. On May 29, 2025, Banksy posted an image of his latest work on Instagram,
Banksy’s Lighthouse Mural in Marseille: A Shadow, a Message, and a Mystery Read More »
Homegrown lifestyle brand Orange Tree’s latest lighting collection, ‘Lunora’ is inspired by the enigmatic beauty of the moon that elevates ambient lighting to the realm of sculptural art. The edit comprises five contemporary chandeliers that captivate through form, material, and innovation. The glass orbs in a moon-like design assembled asymmetrically resemble kinetic art, more than
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Niti Singhal and Nandakumar SS. , Umber Furniture Co. Umber Furniture Co. is the brainchild of two best friends turned design partners – Niti Singhal and Nandakumar S S. Their cross-pollination of culture and personalities manifests in every piece, reflecting their shared vision to craft furniture that tells a story, celebrates the richness of Indian
The Storytellers of Wood and Design: Umber Furniture Co. Read More »
The Kimbell Art Museum Acquires Jean Siméon Chardin’s The Cut Melon The Kimbell Art Museum in Fort Worth, Texas, has added a crown jewel to its collection with the acquisition of The Cut Melon, a rare 1760 still-life painting by Jean Siméon Chardin. Long sought after by the museum, this acquisition marks the end of
This $30 Million Masterpiece Just Landed at the Kimbell Art Museum Read More »
A Global Celebration Begins: Serendipity Arts Festival Launches 10 Year Anniversary Tour in Birmingham Serendipity Arts Festival, one of South Asia’s most celebrated multi-disciplinary arts festivals, is set to make its highly anticipated UK debut with a special Mini Edition in Birmingham from May 23–26, 2025, presented in collaboration with Birmingham City University (BCU). This
Art Basel Qatar 2026: Why the World’s Biggest Art Fair Is Heading to Doha Art Basel, the world’s largest organiser of art fairs, has announced the launch of its fifth flagship event, Art Basel Qatar, set to debut in Doha in February 2026. This groundbreaking move into the Gulf marks a new chapter not only
What Art Basel’s Move to Qatar Means for the Global Art Market Read More »