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Nan Goldin’s Berlin Exhibition Sparks Controversy Over Speech on Israel

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Nan Goldin seated and gesturing during a press interaction at the Neue Nationalgalerie, surrounded by reporters holding recording devices and microphones.

On November 23, 2024, Berlin was the ground zero of an international controversy when famed photographer and activist Nan Goldin opened her long-awaited retrospective exhibition, This Will Not End Well, at the Neue Nationalgalerie. The event, which was due to lavish praise on Goldin’s transformative value to both art and activism, instead captured worldwide attention […]

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The Hazy Saturated Landscapes of Artist Richard Mayhew

Artist Profile /

Native African American, artist Richard Mayhew was a landscape painter, illustrator, Jazz singer, and arts educator. He worked and resided in Santa Cruz and Soquel, California. He has also been the subject of a documentary, ‘Richard Mayhew: Spiritual Landscapes’ (2000). He has been the subject of numerous solo and group exhibitions. Early Life and Career

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The Outsider Perspective of French Artist Jean Dubuffet

Artist Profile /

Everything to Know About Jean Dubuffet Jean Philippe Arthur Dubuffet, a trailblazing French artist, is celebrated for his unconventional and rebellious approach to art. Renowned for founding Art Brut (raw art), a movement that rejected traditional artistic standards, artist Jean Dubuffet’s artworks have profoundly impacted contemporary art. His innovative use of materials and distinctive style

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The Spanish Californian Fusion: Mission Revival Architecture

Architecture, Room For More Art /

Everything to Know About Mission Revival Architecture Mission Revival Architecture evokes the spirit of early California and the Mediterranean region, drawing inspiration from the Spanish missions established along the coast between 1769 and 1823. This architectural style is still known for its romanticism and continues to influence design today. With its signature features and emphasis

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Countdown Begins: 2 Days to Go for the Eighth Edition of First Take at Ahmedabad’s Hutheesing Visual Art Centre!

First Take 2024 /

The eagerly anticipated First Take 2024 is scheduled to begin on November 24th, 2024  at the Hutheesing Visual Art Centre, Ahmedabad, marking the eighth edition of this esteemed event. The week-long exhibition culminates on 30th Nov’24. Artists from across India are invited to participate and showcase their work. The festival not only celebrates art but also brings

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Restless Line in the Art of Seema Kohli: MAP Celebrates Four Decades of Artistic Brilliance with a Special Book Release

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Seema Kohli proudly holding her book Restless Line in the Art of Seema Kohli during its release event, with vibrant artwork from the book displayed in the background.

“Restless Line in the Art of Seema Kohli” is an exploration of Seema Kohli’s four-decade-long artistic journey, which was released by MAP yesterday. Edited by Annapurna Garimella and Sindhura DM, with publication consultancy by Anshika Varma, the book features essays by eleven art writers, including Adwait Singh, Amruta Patil, and Sona Datta. These essays explores

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The Masks of Majuli: Origins, Significance, and Cultural Themes

Room For More Art /
An artisan carefully examines a traditional mask in Majuli, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of mask-making. Surrounding him are vibrantly painted masks, including depictions of monkey faces and other traditional designs, representing Majuli's intricate craftsmanship and storytelling tradition.

Majuli, an island in Assam, is known as the world’s largest river island and holds a rich cultural heritage. Among its many traditions, mask-making stands out as a significant art form. These masks are not just artifacts but an integral part of the island’s spiritual, theatrical, and cultural practices, rooted in its Neo-Vaishnavite background. The

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Duct-Taped Banana by Maurizio Cattelan Sells for $6.2 Million at Sotheby’s Auction

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Banana Ductape

Introduction A banana taped to a wall is again shaking up the art world, fetching a staggering $6.2 million at a New York Sotheby’s auction. Named Comedian, the tongue-in-cheek piece by the Italian conceptual artist Maurizio Cattelan is a touchstone of the insanity, and genius, of modern art. Debuting at Art Basel Miami Beach in

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Adani’s Energy Revolution Gallery at Science Museum, London Faces Scrutiny Amid Bribery Allegations

Columns, News /

In March 2024, the Science Museum in London opened “Energy Revolution: The Adani Green Energy Gallery,” a permanent exhibition about the global shift to renewable energy. Sponsored by Adani Green Energy, the gallery showcases developments in sustainable technologies and emphasises the company’s commitment to green initiatives. But a recent development has tarnished this link. On

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What Makes Tomie Ohtake’s Abstract Art So Timeless?

On This Day /
Tomie Ohtake seated in her studio, wearing black clothing and glasses, smiling gently. Behind her are vibrant abstract paintings, including a red canvas with subtle tonal variations and a blue canvas featuring a bold red curved form, reflecting her signature style of abstract expressionism.

Introduction Tomie Ohtake (1913-2015) is one of the known Brazilian modernist artists. Best known for her abstract expressionist pieces, Ohtake’s artistic practice spanned painting, sculpture and printmaking, fusing the cultural legacies of both her native Japan and her adopted home in Brazil. Her career lasted for more than sixty years, relieving her of interest in

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