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Cyber-Attack Causes Chaos for US Museums and Disrupts Operations

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Introduction Several prominent museums in the United States, including the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, the Rubin Museum of Art, and the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, faced disruptions this week following a cyber-attack on Gallery Systems, a third-party tech company providing assistance with internal and customer-facing management systems for museums. Gallery Systems […]

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Unfolding Dreams Since 2016: Tracing the Journey of Abir India’s First Take

Featured, First Take 2023 /

As we stand at the threshold of yet another edition of Abir India’s First Take, it’s a fitting moment to reflect on the remarkable journey this initiative has undertaken. The annual celebration of artistic talent, creativity, and expression has grown from its humble beginnings to become a significant milestone for emerging artists across India. From

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Renowned Artist and Former Lalithakala Akademi Chairman C.L. Porinchukutty Passes Away in Dubai

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Introduction C.L. Porinchukutty, the former chairman of Kerala Lalithakala Akademi, breathed his last in Dubai at 91. Born in 1932 to the Louis-Thandamma couple in Chiranellur, near Kechery in Thrissur district, Porinchukutty had a remarkable journey in the world of fine arts. Career and Achievements Porinchukutty played a pivotal role in the transformation of the

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Mrinalini Mukherjee Creative Arts Grant 2023-24: A Golden Opportunity for Indian Artists

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The Mrinalini Mukherjee Foundation is pleased to announce the call for proposals for the Mrinalini Mukherjee Creative Arts Grant 2023-24. This annual grant seeks to empower Indian artists or groups who have demonstrated sustained engagement with the evolving contemporary art scene and are eager to explore uncharted territories in their practice. Grants provide artists with

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Mark Rothko’s Magnificent Paris Retrospective Exposes the Artist’s Lesser-Known Facets

Exhibitions, News /

Introduction Mark Rothko, known for his iconic colour field paintings, is being celebrated at the Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris. This grand exhibition takes visitors on a journey through his artistic evolution, shedding light on the lesser-known aspects of his career. Curated by Suzanne Pagé and Christopher Rothko, the artist’s son, this retrospective offers a

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An Artist Ahead of His Time: Remembering SM Sultan on His 29th Death Anniversary

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10th October, ON THIS DAY The 29th death anniversary of the renowned artist SM Sultan is being observed in Narail district, Bangladesh, with great enthusiasm. This commemoration pays homage to an artistic luminary whose work and life continue to inspire generations. In a joint effort, the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, the S.M. Sultan Foundation, and the

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Unveiling of Adi Shankaracharya’s ‘Statue of Oneness’ in Omkareshwar

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Introduction Adi Shankaracharya, the revered 8th-century Hindu philosopher and saint, is celebrated for his profound contributions to Indian philosophy and spirituality. Born in what is now Kerala, his journey took him to Omkareshwar, where he encountered his guru, Govind Bhagwadpad. In a recent development, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan unveiled a monumental tribute

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Tribute to India’s Last ‘Master Printmaker’ – Devraj Dakoji’s Retrospective at NGMA Bengaluru

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Introduction The National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) in Bengaluru is currently hosting a retrospective exhibition that pays homage to one of India’s legendary master printmakers, Devraj Dakoji, who, at the age of 79, stands as the last of his kind. This remarkable exhibition, on display until October 10, features over 600 works from the

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