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Abir Pothi has turned one and we are more than excited to share the highlights of our incredible, fast-paced upward curve in the arts magazine domain of India. Despite starting off in the deep-end of the havoc caused by the pandemic, we held on our own and went from strength to strength even during a […]
Abir Pothi is ONE! Delineating our upwards trajectory with gratitude! Read More »
There is movement, metaphor, and meaning to be found in the sculptures of KS Radhakrishnan, a doyen of Indian sculpture for more than four decades, and one of the most significant figures in contemporary Indian art. He is noted as a member of the new generation of sculptors, who has successfully brought about a definitive
First Take 2021 Jury: Metaphor in motion with the sculptures of KS Radhakrishnan Read More »
Abir Pothi in conversation with Rekha Rodwittiya, a contemporary Indian artist associated with the Baroda School, known widely for art that masterfully wields allegory and surrealism. This is part two of the interview. You can read the first one here. You are a mentor to young artists and have been a teacher yourself. How do
‘The imaginative landscape is to think about and bring about the hope of change’ Read More »
In conversation with Abir Pothi editor Nidheesh Tyagi, contemporary Indian artist Rekha Rodwittiya hold forth with erudition on a number of topics, including her art practice, feminism, the influences of her training, the imbibing of discipline in her life and her role as a teacher. Their conversation also touches upon navigating the Covid-19 pandemic, today’s
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Jaipur Rugs Jaipur, Rajasthan Founded in 1978 by Nand Kishore Chaudhary, Jaipur Rugs began with just two looms and a vision to empower rural artisans through craftsmanship. What started as a small family business in Rajasthan has today grown into one of India’s most respected luxury rug brands with a global presence. Headquartered in Jaipur,
Interior Essentials – Jaipur Rugs Read More »
Ashiesh Shah Explores Material Transformation – Mumbai-based designer, architect, and artist Ashiesh Shah will present a new solo exhibition at Carpenters Workshop Gallery, London, opening on June 11. Known for his multidisciplinary practice that bridges architecture, design, and art, Shah’s latest body of work marks a significant evolution in his creative trajectory. Rooted in a
Ashiesh Shah Explores Material Transformation in New London Exhibition Read More »
In a design landscape increasingly driven by speed and spectacle, Nidhi and Ketan Gupta of Kosh Furnishing Studio offer a quieter, more deliberate alternative—one rooted in material sensitivity, craftsmanship, and an evolving understanding of space. Drawing from an early immersion in the textile industry, Nidhi’s practice is shaped by an intimate knowledge of fabrics, processes,
The Language of Textiles: Inside Kosh Furnishing Studio’s Design Philosophy Read More »
Bengaluru is currently hosting a solo exhibition of works by late modernist painter Jasu Rawal at KYNKYNY Art Gallery, offering audiences a rare opportunity to engage with the artist’s quietly evocative visual language. Titled simply after the artist, the exhibition runs from 8 May to 6 June 2026 and brings together a selection of works
Bengaluru Hosts Solo Exhibition Celebrating Jasu Rawal’s Meditative Abstractions Read More »
Gallery Silver Scapes will present Silent Stories, a solo exhibition by Sri Lankan artist Shanaka Kulathunga, from May 21 to 28, 2026, at the CCA Building, Bikaner House. Marking the artist’s first solo exhibition in India, the show brings together a body of work rooted in memory, lived experience, and cultural landscapes, offering Indian audiences
Gallery Silver Scapes to Present Shanaka Kulathunga’s First Solo Exhibition in India Read More »
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art in Washington, D.C., is currently presenting Of the Hills: Pahari Paintings from India’s Himalayan Kingdoms, a major exhibition that brings renewed attention to one of South Asia’s most lyrical yet understudied artistic traditions. On view from April 18 to July 26, 2026, the exhibition features 48 paintings and coloured
Himalayan Visions: Rare Pahari Paintings Unveiled in Washington Read More »