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In a recent discovery, a team of researchers has identified a new species of gecko in Tamil Nadu, India. Named the Van Gogh’s Starry dwarf gecko, this elusive reptile adds to the rich biodiversity of the region. Habitat and Behaviour The Van Gogh’s Starry dwarf gecko is known to inhabit rocky terrain, often found perched […]
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Three hundred-plus students from MES College of Arts and Commerce, Vasco, and Kendriya Vidyalaya, Vasco, were taught about ceramics as an art form as part of dedicated workshops at the Museum of Goa (MOG), Pilerne, during the recently concluded ‘Unearthed’ exhibition held at the Museum of Goa, Pilerne. The 16-day immersive exhibition paid homage to
‘Unearthed’ Takes Over 300 Students Back to the Stone Age Read More »
Art museums often project an air of exclusivity, operating in a manner akin to private corporations until the tenure of their directors and staff is securely settled. This observation becomes apparent when considering the candid account presented by Thomas Hoving, former director of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, in his 2009 autobiography.
Thirty Years After its Founding, the Andy Warhol Museum Still hasn’t Defined its Role Read More »
The Indian Institute of Science is set to host the innovative ‘Reasons to Celebrate’ festival, focusing on science and technology through the lens of folk arts. Organised by Bachelor of Science (Research) and BTech undergraduate students as part of their humanities course “Mapping India with the Folk Arts,” the festival will occur on Saturday from
Introduction The Donald Judd Foundation has taken legal action against Kim Kardashian for claims made in a promotional video where she attributes a set of tables to the late Minimalist artist Donald Judd. The lawsuit, filed in the US District Court for the Central District of California, also targets the design firm Clements Design, alleging
Introduction Recent revelations by Ukraine’s Kherson Art Museum shed light on the alleged looting of artworks from its collection by Russian forces. The discovery was made possible through a “propaganda video” filmed in a Crimean museum, leading to the identification of 100 stolen works. This development further underscores the ongoing cultural ramifications of the conflict
Introduction American gender theorist and philosopher Judith Butler has decided to withdraw from a series of talks at the Centre Pompidou in Paris following criticisms regarding their comments on the October 7 attacks. Butler, a professor at the University of California, Berkeley, and a member of the American association Jewish Voice for Peace, faced accusations
A well-known organization committed to promoting cultural enrichment and modern art education is the San Francisco Art Institute (SFAI). One of the most prominent and oldest art schools in the country, it was founded in 1871. Situated in the Russian Hill neighbourhood of San Francisco, California, SFAI provides undergraduate and graduate courses in various subjects,
San Francisco Art School Loses Autonomy After 151 Years; Merges With a University Read More »
Artist Damien Hirst finds himself at the centre of the controversy yet again as his formaldehyde shark, which was originally made in 2017, was backdated to the 1990s. The artwork in question is ‘The Unknown (Explored, Explained, Exploded), 1999.’ As could be reckoned by the suggestive title is the “alleged” completion date — 1999. A
Damien Hirst’s 1990s Shark, which Sold for $8m, Reportedly Dates Back to 2017 Read More »
Renowned for his portrayal of underrepresented groups, Ranjan Kaul will have his fifth solo show, “Within, Without,” at the Visual Art Gallery from March 26 to the 31st. After that, from April 12 to April 22, the performance will take place in Urban Fringe, the underground studio. A multifaceted personality, Ranjan Kaul is a visual
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