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Saroj Prakash Bandi is a visual artist, whose works come forth as still meditations on time, memory and space. Bandi’s painting of the poetry of silence is rooted in a highly personal relationship with the ephemeral and the overlooked. In a poetic dance of abstraction, shadow and texture, the artist beckons us into the quiet […]
The global art market showed encouraging signs of recovery in the final quarter of 2024, following a turbulent year marked by economic uncertainty and reduced collector spending. According to data from major auction houses reported by the Financial Times, total sales for the year were down by 33%, reflecting a challenging environment for the industry.
Art Market Sees Signs of Recovery in Final Quarter of 2024 Read More »
The metaverse is a meeting point of imagination and technology that gives scope to the universe. It aims to transform how people connect socially, professionally, commercially and creatively. Bringing together the physical and the digital, this idea has fast become one of the most exciting advances in contemporary technology. But designing for the metaverse is
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Returning for its third edition, Madras Art Weekend (MAW) has once again proven to be a stalwart in the cultural calendar of Chennai. Preceded, from 12–15 December 2024, MAW 2024 curated an engaging blend of art, design and culture that intertwined the cultural fabric of South India with contemporary creativity. The theme of this year
What Sets Madras Art Weekend 2024 Apart as a Cultural Showcase? Read More »
The Serendipity Arts Festival (SAF), India’s largest multidisciplinary arts event, is set to return for its ninth edition in Panaji, Goa, from December 15 to 22, 2024. This annual festival celebrates a diverse array of artistic expressions, including visual arts, performing arts, culinary arts, craft, and accessibility initiatives. Serendipity Arts Festival Highlights of SAF 2024:
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Introduction The discourse surrounding sustainability within the built environment has since risen from the hushed halls of architectural and design discussions and into a deafening rallying cry within a world now facing the hard truths of climate change. As urbanisation continues its dogged push, reshaping skylines and landscapes, the deep implication of buildings as both
Is It Possible to Construct Net-Zero and Carbon-Negative Buildings? Read More »
“Storytelling thrives on imagination. Images touch the heart and become sensations, sensations trigger memories, memories create meaning and meaning leads to listener action.” – Diane F. Wyzga What is Gangadhar Bandanavar’s ‘Sutradhar’? ‘Sutradhar’ is a narrator or storyteller who holds the narrative thread, guiding the audience through the unfolding events. He is an escort and
Welcome to Samvaad, where art meets conversation, and inspiration knows no bounds. Here we engage in insightful conversations with eminent personalities from the art fraternity. Through Samvaad, Abir Pothi aims to create a platform for thought-provoking discussions, providing readers with an exclusive glimpse into the creative processes, inspirations, and experiences of these creative individuals. From
Renu Modi on 35 Years of Espace, Emerging Artists, and the Evolving Art Market (Part-2) Read More »
IIC Delhi X Raza Foundation In collaboration with the Raza Foundation, IIC Delhi is bringing the ‘Father and Son’ duo of Bireswar Sen and Sureshwar Sen to broad daylight. The never-before-seen artworks come from the private collection of Prithviswar Sen and Sarbani Ghosh. The exhibition is on view from 11 – 24 December 2024 from
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Introduction A skyscraper is a structure new enough to symbolise modernity, and ambition too, but once built, they monopolise the skyline of high-density cities. And New York, Dubai, even Shanghai have their impressive skylines to show for human skill and advancement. However the construction and proliferation of skyscrapers have consequences that induce ethical debate regarding
Skyscrapers and the Ethics of Density in High-Density Cities Read More »