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Breaking Ground: Waheeda Baloch as the First Woman Curator of Karachi Biennale KB24

Introduction The Karachi Biennale Trust (KBT) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Waheeda Baloch as the curator for the fourth edition of the Karachi Biennale, known as KB24. In a historic move, Waheeda Baloch becomes the first woman to take on this pivotal role in the Karachi Biennale’s history. An Avant-Garde Choice Niilofur Farrukh, …

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Monet’s French Riviera Odyssey Illuminated: “Monet in Full Light” Exhibition

Exploring the Riviera with Renoir: Genesis of Monet’s Journey In 1883, Claude Monet’s artistic trajectory took a captivating turn as he embarked on a journey to the French Riviera alongside his fellow artist and friend, Pierre-Auguste Renoir. This pivotal trip marked the beginning of a series of voyages that would profoundly influence Monet’s work. Grimaldi …

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Aesthetics of Curation: The Art of Display and Argument

Krispin Joseph PX What is Curation? Is there any definition for Curation? Every event is curated by someone who is an artist or an expert, called a curator. Curation considers an art practice, curating things, spaces, narratives, works of art, experience, music, performances and anything under a thematic idea with an aesthetical- political- historical perspective. …

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\’Curators are not mouthpieces for artists; nor do artists have to put forth the vision of a curator\’

Art curator and entrepreneur Satyajit Dave breaks down his approach to the academics behind art, and discusses with Abir Pothi how artists and curators can collaborate best, whether the art world is an exclusionary club, and if Indian art is free of the shackles of looking to the West Tell us a bit about yourself. …

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