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Unveiling the Life of an Electric Artist Jean-Michel Basquiat, the legendary artist known for his dynamic and trailblazing works, is set to become the subject of a new feature documentary titled “King Pleasure.” The film will be produced by Boardwalk Pictures, known for “Val and Pepsi, Where’s My Jet?” and Quinn Wilson, former creative director […]
Unmasking Basquiat: The Intimate Portrait in ‘King Pleasure Read More »
A Luxurious Bargain and Elusive Access Private foundations offer a lucrative tax-saving opportunity for the ultrawealthy to donate valuable assets while promising public benefits. However, investigations reveal that some donors have exploited this system to claim millions in tax deductions while offering limited or no public access to their donated assets. The Carolands Mansion –
A Bold Climate Protest at the National Gallery Climate activists from the group “This is Rigged” staged a bold protest at the National Gallery of Scotland in Edinburgh on Wednesday, targeting a portrait of King Charles III. The protest aimed to draw attention to the government’s stance on new oil and gas projects and demand
Eduardo Kac’s Decades-Long Vision Takes Shape Renowned artist Eduardo Kac is about to accomplish a lifelong dream with his artwork Ágora (1986-2023), a piece specifically designed for deep space. After three decades of waiting for the perfect opportunity, Ágora is set to embark on a journey beyond Earth’s atmosphere. But this space voyage is not
Artist Eduardo Kac to Send a Hologram Into Space. What does it mean to us? Read More »
The claim that the illicit antiquities trade is the “third largest illicit trade in the world” has been widely circulated for over five decades. However, new research by archaeologists Donna Yates and Neil Brodie sheds light on the origins of this factoid and exposes its lack of verifiable evidence. The study, published in the peer-reviewed
Antiquities Trafficking: Debunking the Myth of the “Third Largest Illicit Trade” Read More »
The digital art market has been experiencing both highs and lows, with occasional impressive sales amid an overall bear market. Recently, the Canadian company Lighthouse Immersive Inc., renowned for its immersive art exhibitions, filed for bankruptcy in the US. Similarly, Christie’s faced its share of challenges in the digital art space when one of artist
The Canadian company Lighthouse Immersive Inc., known for its popular immersive art exhibitions featuring the works of renowned artists like Vincent van Gogh, Frida Kahlo, Gustav Klimt, and Claude Monet, has recently filed for Chapter 15 bankruptcy in the United States. With its headquarters in Toronto, Lighthouse Immersive’s legal filing in Delaware aims to protect
Canadian Company Behind Immersive Van Gogh Exhibition Files for Bankruptcy Read More »
The French Embassy in India and the French Institute in India have unveiled the 17 talented winners selected for the inaugural season of the Villa Swagatam residency programme. This unique initiative aims to foster artistic exchange between India and France by providing artists and writers with the opportunity to spend one to three months in
The world of art mourns the loss of a legendary artist, Maruthi, renowned for his mesmerising wash art and captivating illustrations that graced the pages of popular Tamil magazines for several decades. With his unique style and unparalleled talent, Maruthi brought life to the stories and novels, especially highlighting the emotions and essence of women
Remembering Maruthi: Master of Wash Art and a Visionary Illustrator Passes at 85 Read More »
Tattoos, an ancient form of body art, have been an integral part of Indian culture for ages. While some people today view tattoos as a fashion statement or trend, their roots can be traced back to various indigenous tribes that practised the art of tattooing. In this article, we will be looking into the history
Ink Traditions: The Fascinating Story behind Traditional Tattoos of India Read More »