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Philip Aguirre y Otegui will show his deeply humanistic art at the 2026 Venice Biennale. The artist, well known for combining sculpture, drawing, textiles, and public installations, is expected to present a collection shaped by years of work on social justice, migration, and memory. These themes, which the artist has been following for so long, […]
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 »
In the context of ongoing wars, there is a need to explore how artists in war-affected areas perceive and represent war. Iranian artist and academic Mohsen Keiany has been living abroad in European countries for the past one and a half decades, having left his home country, Iran. Mohsen Keiany, on the other hand, faces
Mohsen Keiany: ”Bearing Witness Beyond the Battlefield” Read More »
Mario Miranda’s world is a 100 years old, and everyone is still as fresh as a daisy Written by Santanu Borah Miss Nimbupani is 100 years old. And she hasn’t aged a day. She is as glam as she was, and she still gives the side-eye when ignored. Obviously, you cannot ignore her. She can
Hello Miss, you look like a million dollars at 100! Read More »
In today’s design world, furniture is no longer just for sitting or storing things. It is about feeling, memory, and how people live with objects day after day. This idea sits at the heart of Intent Made, a studio founded by Swetha Vegesana. Intent Made comes from an architectural way of thinking. Every object connects
Crafting Timeless Furniture: Swetha Vegesana’s Journey with Intent Made Read More »
This year, the Venice Biennale welcomes a diverse array of artists, among them Mohammed Joha from Gaza. His presence carries special weight in light of the ongoing violence in Palestine. Having weathered the storms of war and the ache of displacement, Joha has become one of Palestine’s most acclaimed artists. Through his art, he embarks
Mohammed Joha on Fragments That Refuse to Disappear Read More »
Photographer, visual artist, and filmmaker Sammy Baloji (1978), from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), is participating in this year’s Venice Biennale with his artworks, which will amplify ongoing colonial-postcolonial dialogues and the artistic practice at different levels. With a focus on the cultural, architectural, and industrial legacy of the disputed and resource-rich Katanga region,
Sammy Baloji at the Venice Biennale: Ghosts of Katanga and Imaging the ‘Other’ Read More »
The all‑female international jury of 61st Venice Biennale steps down days before opening, citing ethical concerns over artists from states whose leaders face ICC charges; awards are postponed and replaced by a public‑voted prize. In a move that has thrown the 61st Venice Biennale into uncharted territory, the exhibition’s appointed international jury has collectively resigned
Venice Biennale Jury Resigns Days Before the Opening Read More »
StoneX Global will present the Mumbai preview of its cultural film series Mastery through an immersive film festival at Ice Factory Ballard Estate (IFBE) on 9 May 2026. Scheduled from 11 AM to 5 PM, the event marks the second showcase in a multi-city preview programme ahead of the series’ release on OTT platforms, following its debut
StoneX Brings ‘Mastery’ Immersive Film Festival to Mumbai on May 9 Read More »
PART 2 of Interview with Lorraine THIRIA. Read the first part Here: Bodies of Time: Lorraine THIRIA on Surfaces, Memory and the Imaginary Q: Your work is deeply sensory, but it also feels intimate. What emotional need does this practice fulfill for you? Lorraine THIRIA: My work is indeed deeply sensory and intimate. These impressions
Exploration of Evocative Silence in Art: In Conversation with Lorraine THIRIA Read More »