Behind the Judging Curtain – How Indian Art Galleries Select Artists
For most budding Indian artists, being showcased in a reputed gallery or winning a place in art competitions online is like hitting a jackpot. They desperately try to unlock the mystery around how their works will ‘fit’ in the galleries or what goes on behind the judging curtain! It’s like a secret door that only […]
What is Gond Art: History and Stories of Gond Paintings
India is a place of wonders, and the country has a beautiful collection of traditional Indian folk art and indigenous paintings that are celebrated worldwide. With its vibrant cultures, rich heritage and history, our nation is incredible, and Gond art is a marvel that deserves to be known for its distinctive beauty and cultural appeal. […]
What is Thikri Art? Explore the Dazzling History of Indian Craftmanship
Imagine a room full of mirrors where the candle in front of you flickers and breaks into shimmering lights, making the room dazzle with a resplendent aura. Sounds aesthetic and magically brilliant, right? This is what Thikri art, or mirror inlay, is all about. It’s an artistic mirror work on display, and the […]
From India to Abroad: Three Iconic Women Artists Making Waves Globally
In the 20th century, Indian female painters emerged from the shadows into the limelight by pushing boundaries in the artistic realm. Accolades, awards, and international recognition slowly followed, as these women became icons in the history of Indian art. By celebrating the dualities of existence—such as day and night—challenging social taboos, and recontextualizing traditional themes, […]
Zarina Hashmi: Minimalist Meditations on Home & Exile
“I do not feel at home anywhere, but the idea of home follows me wherever I go,” – Zarina Hashmi How does it feel to be uprooted from a place you call “home?” What does it feel like to be a refugee in a foreign land? While some may know, others might witness […]
Serendipity Arts Festival 2025: When Tradition Meets Sustainability
Innovation doesn’t necessarily imply the abandonment of traditions. With this aim in mind, the Serendipity Arts Festival, an annual event, has become synonymous with an “open, unconventional and porous space” where technology is used for preserving India’s heritage through artistic storytelling. A confluence of creativity, culture, and diversity, this festival serves as […]
Shifting Demand: What M.F. Husain’s Record Auction Means for Indian Art
When countries like the United States, Hong Kong, and the UK break auction records with their treasured artworks, can India too stand out with its paintings? M.F. Husain’s rural-themed artwork proved that there is no room for doubt when it comes to smashing sale records. A proud and thrilling moment for the nation, his […]
Tradigital Art in India: When Traditional Meets the Modern
In a hybrid society that combines the best of both worlds, have you ever wondered if art could be a union between two diverse forms? Whether it’s a hybrid work culture, a fusion of music, or Indian cuisine prepped with some exotic herbs, people have always attempted to derive the best by combining two […]
Gopal Ghose’s Art: Exploring Vivid Landscapes & the Agonising Reality of Partition
Village life in India When we think of a simple village life, we can picture a farmer harvesting crops, a woman carrying a pile of wood, or cattle ploughing the field. The unity and harmony that we witness in today’s village life were not always a part of the traditional landscape. In this estranged realm […]
Delhi Exhibition 2024: A Restaging of the 1990s Era of Critical Events
India has faced many socio-political issues, and the 1990s were a period when various events were at their peak in its capital, New Delhi. From important cultural events to political tensions and economic changes, the decade shaped the consciousness of the general public in several ways.