Exhibitions

Chillies, cashew, papaya, peanuts and many ingredients integral to desi cuisine were brought to India by Portuguese colonisers while sugarcane, pepper, mangoes and many Indian spices landed on Brazilian shores via the marine trade routes established during the fiercely competitive Age of Exploration. As the steam engine was yet to be invented, it was the […]

As the vibrant fabric of Indian art continues to evolve, contemporary artists are pushing limits, rethinking aesthetics, and providing new viewpoints on it. Galleries throughout India’s diverse geography are preparing to showcase the latest masterpieces in a series of organised art events in the new year that promise to draw spectators and provoke conversations. These

Introduction When Boa Sr passed away on January 26, 2010, the world lost more than just a person. Boa Sr, an octogenarian, was the last speaker of the Aka-Bo language, one of the 10 Great Andamanese languages. Her language, also known as the “language of the birds,” allowed her to communicate with her avian companions,

The Brooklyn Museum is presenting a stunning show named “Spike Lee: Creative Sources” in honour of the many inspirations that have shaped the filmmaker. Curated by Kimberli Gant and Indira A. Abiskaroon, the show offers a close-up view of Lee’s vast collection and a unique window into the various and linked sources that have driven

A textile revolution has been happening in the country for the past few years, wherein Indian handlooms and handcrafted textiles are being upheld and exhibited in a grand manner to be celebrated. One such stunning exhibition is called Sutr Santati: Then. Now. Next is now showcasing more than 100 Indian textiles at the National Gallery

Before launching an exhibition at Bikaner House, Indian-born American artist Tara Sabharwal talks about her creative process in a video shared on social media. When we look at Tara’s paintings, which are on exhibit at Bikaner House, we can see how she explores the confluence of psychology and spirituality beautifully and abstractly. Tara discusses her

Day 2 of the Indian Art, Architecture and Design Biennale 23 saw the theme of baaghs and gardens in full bloom across the Red Fort. Anjchita Nair, co-founder of Culture and curator of Bagh-e-Bahar, states that they highlight the idea of a garden and its elements because they have been part of our creative expression through

Sculptor Karl Antao, born in 1966 in Mumbai, is currently attracting art enthusiasts with his recent exhibition at Gallery Espace, a showcase that runs until January 6, 2024. Antao’s journey in art began with the completion of his Bachelor of Fine Arts from Sir J. J School of Applied Arts, Mumbai, in 1991. Since then,

A country like India, saturated in spirituality, culture, and tradition, has created some of the world’s most profound artistic creations. Indian art, from the intricate sculptures in old temples to the dazzling colours in traditional paintings, has an ageless element that is felt and relished ubiquitous. In Indian art, a few celebrated figures emerge as

A new exhibition called “Maps of Layered Stratum” opened recently at Exhibit 320 art gallery where the serene works of Alex Davis have been exhibited that take inspiration from the earth. Alex uses earth, or the soil as the basic human element that contributes to the lives of every being and which acts as the