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Renu Modi on 35 Years of Espace, Emerging Artists, and the Evolving Art Market (Part-2)

Samvaad /
Renu Modi_ gallery Espace

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 […]

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Skyscrapers and the Ethics of Density in High-Density Cities

Architecture /
Skyline of Lower Manhattan in 2021. The term "Skyline" was first used for New York City in 1896

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

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Renu Modi Shares The Genesis Story of Gallery Espace in Samvaad (Part-1)

Samvaad /
Renu Modi_ gallery Espace

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

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Protesters Call for Boycott of Art Basel Miami Beach Over City’s Investments in Israel

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Art Basel Miami_protest

On the second public day of Art Basel Miami Beach, a coalition of Miami-based advocacy groups protested outside the Miami Beach Convention Center, urging attendees to boycott the high-profile art fair. They urged the city of Miami and Miami-Dade County to withdraw their large investments in Israel bonds because of their opposition to policies contributing

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Pride and Price 

Auction /

By Georgina Maddox  The Astra-Guru Auction is a gorgeous display of rare works from private collections that have not been available for public viewing for many years. One may argue auction previews are almost museum spaces.  Krishen Khanna’s Retired Captain Ramesh Kumar Accordion Wale As one enters the preview of the oncoming Astra Guru auction

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$1.2 Million Handbag Sculpture!

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Art producer, diamond-mine developer, and artist Evens Saint Clair has revealed his statue “called “La Reine” as part of Miami Art Week, and it’s a show-stopper at $1.2 million. A handbag piece of art sculpture, this work of art blurs the lines between high fashion and fine art, a way of combining luxury with culture.

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How Did the Red Ribbon Become an International Symbol for AIDS Awareness?

Do You Know? /
Hands_cradling_a_red_ribbon

– Andre Gennie The Symbolism of the Red Ribbon in AIDS Awareness Campaigns If you’ve recently come across hordes of masses wearing a small red ribbon on their lapels, and were curious about its nature, you’ve come to the right place. We just passed through 1st December, also known as World’s AIDS Day; a day

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Skarma Sonam Tashi: Celebrating Ladakh’s Heritage and Sustainability as a Winner of First Take 2024

First Take 2024 /
Skarma Sonam Tashi: Celebrating Ladakh's Heritage and Sustainability as a Winner of First Take 2024

Introduction Born in 1997 in Sapi, a small village in Ladakh’s Kargil district, Skarma Sonam Tashi has become a prominent voice in contemporary Indian art. The recipient of multiple prestigious awards, including the Lalit Kala Akademi Scholarship and the Art for Hope Grant, he is among the 10 winners of Abir India’s First Take 2024.

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