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The intersection of art, culture, and play finds a compelling voice in Homo Ludens: Art of Play, an exhibition that celebrates the universal joy of play through diverse artistic expressions. A collaborative effort between the Museum of Goa (MOG) in Pilerne, North Goa, and the Netherlands’ LaLa Foundation, the exhibition explored how the concept of […]
The recently concluded international exhibition, Homo Ludens: The Art of Play, held at the Museum of Goa (MOG), celebrated the universal language of play, bringing together over 100 artworks by 90-plus artists from India and the Netherlands. This initiative, supported by the Fonds Voor Cultuur Participatie International Collaboration 2022-2024 grant, highlighted the cultural bridge built
The Weeknd X Jean-Michel Basquiat Abel Tesfaye, better known by his stage name, The Weeknd is set to unveil a remarkable collaboration with the estate of Jean-Michel Basquiat. For this, he will pay homage to the artist through a vinyl design for his upcoming album, “Hurry Up Tomorrow.” The vinyl will be released on January
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The Metropolitan Museum of Art recently hosted its annual Art & Artists Gala, formerly known as The Met Acquisitions Gala, in Manhattan. Sponsored by Tiffany & Co., the event raised a record $4.8 million to support the museum’s art acquisition efforts. Despite inclement weather, the gala featured a performance by the New York City Gospel
Ambadas (1922–2012) was a pioneering Indian abstract artist whose works transcended form, subject, and ideology, capturing the raw essence of creation. Known for his deep connection to the energy of nature and the spontaneity of artistic expression, Ambadas’s paintings resonate with a timeless and universal truth. In this reflective essay, artist Akhilesh pays tribute to
Nippon Art Gallery Unveils Jayesh Shukla’s Solo Show Nippon Art Gallery unveiled Jayesh Shukla’s solo show, ‘Main Khud’ featuring a series of more than sixty paintings inspired by the philosophy of Kabir. Sponsored by Gujrat State Lalitkala Academy, Ahmedabad, the exhibition will be held from 17th December to 21st December 2024. Saint Kabir and His
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LATITUDE 28’s New 3-Person Exhibition LATITUDE 28 is set to present its new 3-person exhibition; the last of 2024. Retrospective Analysis of Memory, Figment, and Nostalgia delving into the intricate interplay between memory and identity and the experiential nature of existence. The show will showcase the nuanced perspectives of Ekta Singha, Madhav Vyas, and Mansoor
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On December 16, the British street artist Banksy, posted a work on his Instagram account that sent everyone into a speculation storm about what it meant. The work features a Madonna and Child motif, painted on a metal panel in an undisclosed location. The woman’s breast has a rusty hole for a nipple, and the
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Art as an indictment of power, politics, and systems of control forms the central thesis of We the (Discarded) People: Welfare or Warfare?, a solo exhibition by Lebanese-American artist Chawky Frenn. Hosted at Bharat Kala Bhavan, Banaras Hindu University, the show stands as both a critique and a call to collective introspection on justice, democracy,
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Ambadas (1922–2012) was a pioneering Indian abstract artist whose works transcended form, subject, and ideology, capturing the raw essence of creation. Known for his deep connection to the energy of nature and the spontaneity of artistic expression, Ambadas’s paintings resonate with a timeless and universal truth. In this reflective essay, artist Akhilesh pays tribute to
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