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Samba Prasad Biswas is a painter from West Bengal, whose unique abstract works have drawn the attention of viewers and collectors alike for over a decade now. Starting his journey as a figurative painter, Samba was deeply moved by the works of abstract luminaries such as S.H. Raza and Mark Rothko. This inspiration marked an […]
Introduction The Foundation for Indian Contemporary Art (FICA), in collaboration with the Mrinalini Mukherjee Foundation, is now accepting applications for its prestigious Emerging Artists Award (EAA+) 2024. The program is designed to support and nurture the talents of young Indian artists by offering financial grants, mentorship, and exhibition opportunities. Grant and Program Details Since its
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The Kiran Nadar Museum of Art (KNMA) announced details of The Rooted Nomad, a unique exhibition on India’s most iconic contemporary artist, M.F. Husain (1915–2011). Presented at the Magazinni del Sale in Venice beginning April 18 and running through November 2024, this dual-format independent project, part exhibition and part immersive resonates with the 2024 Venice
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A traveller of life’s many roads, Siddharth Patel has moved with ease from the business and adventure worlds to the dynamic world of the arts. Having a natural curiosity and an unquenchable hunger for discovery, Patel started his journey on the busy streets of Ahmedabad. Having pursued commerce in his academic pursuits, Patel found himself
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On the heels of the inauguration of its new Los Angeles gallery, Perrotin, the esteemed contemporary art gallery, has made waves by announcing a groundbreaking collaboration with eBay. This strategic partnership seeks to redefine the accessibility of contemporary art by launching the Perrotin Store on eBay.fr. Through this innovative venture, Perrotin aims to extend its
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Introduction Since the early 20th century, Germany has been a rich field for artistic invention despite experiencing years of war, political upheaval, and social unrest. Germany has given home to and fostered some of the most important art movements in history, including the surrealistic Neue Gruppe, the groundbreaking Bauhaus School of Arts and Craft, and
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A vibrant and culturally resonant installation by British-Indian artist Chila Kumari Burman has captured attention as it vies for a spot on Trafalgar Square’s Fourth Plinth. Inspired by her father’s migration from India to the UK, Burman’s artwork titled ‘The Smile You Send Returns To You’ stands out among the seven proposals shortlisted for public
In her abstract paintings, Bhumi Dhebar uses colour and form to create complex storylines that convey emotions. For Bhumi, art is more than just a show of sight; it’s the core of who she is and the language by which she expresses the richness and nuance of human emotions. Bhumi started her artistic journey as
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In the dynamic world of contemporary art, emerging talents are making their mark on the global stage, garnering recognition for their innovative work and creative contributions. Recent developments highlight the vibrancy and diversity of artistic expression, with artists securing grants, participating in prestigious exhibitions, and earning accolades for their noteworthy endeavours. One such showcase of
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South India’s ancient city of Hampi has long enthralled Sangita Jindal, a well-known art collector and philanthropist. She has been captivated by the rich history of Hampi since the early 1980s, characterising it as a “dynamic hub where art, architecture, and literature flourished from the 14th to 16th centuries.” Jindal is now achieving her goal