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Pratiksha Shome masculine, blond, and best seller. The kings of the current generative art scene—Tyler Hobbs, Dmitri Cherniak, Larva Labs, and Jack Butcher—can all relate to this tagline. Unfortunately, the top creators of the probably original and most lucrative NFT genre—a shout-out to Bridget Riley—largely replicate the homogeneity of its analogue forebears. Emily Xie, a …
Tsuktiben Jamir India’s museums used to be thriving collections of varied histories, cultural artefacts, and intellectual riches. But over time, the degradation brought on by dishonest infiltration and neglect weakened the feeling of national pride. The emphasis moved to material prosperity, discarding priceless artefacts and pushing museums to the background. These institutions lost their position …
The Indian Museum Makeover: Rebirth of Cultural Renaissance Read More »
Krispin Joseph PX We must think about the design when sitting in a chair or using something to move, operate, and articulate. Everything, including the ‘ourself’, is designed; without the design aspects, there is nothing. We are living in a designed world. However, where does this designed world start in a modern sense? How does …
Aditya Sisodia Goan artist Sonia Rodrigues Sabarwal has made her mark on the recently opened New Parliament building in Delhi with her depiction of the goddess ‘Sheetlai’ as part of a mural called the ‘People’s Wall.’ Representing the art from different states of India, Sonia’s panel showcases the vibrant culture of Goa. The mural, which …
From Goa to the Capital: Sonia Rodrigues Sabarwal’s Artistry in the New Parliament Read More »
Aditya Sisodia Returning for its third edition, London Gallery Weekend once again took place across the capital from June 2nd through 4th. To mark the occasion, galleries citywide will present unmissable shows by their leading artists and remain open throughout the weekend to welcome art enthusiasts, budding collectors, and interested members of the public, in …
Pratiksha Shome A Salvador Dali brooch created for a colourful philanthropist who served as the inspiration for a Taylor Swift song sold at Christie’s New York for $982,800. The spectacular starfish-shaped brooch, which dates to around 1950 and is around 7 inches long, is comprised of diamonds, rubies, emeralds, platinum, and yellow gold. The creature’s …
Pratiksha Shome While excavating trenches for a new building in Boxford, Berkshire, England, a construction crew discovered a sizable piece of carved oak that was over 6,000 years old, according to a statement released by Historic England on Wednesday. The antique piece of ornamental oak is said to be the earliest carving in Britain. It …
Pratiksha Shome On May 15, in the middle of the night, a piece of public art in Richmond, California, vanished. Fencelines – A Collective Monument to Resilience was a project where community people expressed their aspirations for the future of the city and its surroundings on a series of slats. The fence around the Chevron …
Chevron Removes Public Art Work: “They’re Trying to Erase Us” Read More »
Tsuktiben Jamir Indian Art has been doing exceedingly well in the market, according to financial experts. Once facing a decline in business ten years ago, art auction houses are now joyfully raising their glasses to a thriving market. Recent data from the Indian Art Investor, an art market advisory in Delhi, reveals that nearly 60% …
Indian Art Market: Record-Breaking Prices in Auction, its Time of Art Boom? Read More »
Tsuktiben Jamir The DMC took an innovative approach to address waste management by inviting artists to transform discarded materials into captivating sculptures depicting the esteemed freedom fighters of our nation. This initiative contributes to environmental sustainability by repurposing waste and pays homage to the indomitable spirit of our country’s heroes. By merging art and waste …
