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Photo Gallery: The Sony World Photography Awards 2024 for the Architecture & Design Category

The Sony World Photography Awards 2024, which were announced yesterday, April 18, focus on the best and most recent international photographers and trends in their sector. This year’s Architecture & Design category nominees include ten talented individuals from as far away as Finland, Malaysia, and Canada. Siobhán Doran of Ireland became victorious with her series […]

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Sotheby’s Expands Reach to Tap into Growing Indian Art Collector Market

Introduction The art world has long been a realm of sophistication and exclusivity, but recent trends indicate a shifting landscape, particularly in India. With a burgeoning class of young art enthusiasts and an increasing comfort with art investment, British auction house Sotheby’s is strategically positioning itself to cater to this evolving market. Catering to Young

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British-Indian Artist Chila Kumari Burman’s Sculpture Shortlisted for Trafalgar Square’s Fourth Plinth

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

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Bacon and Monet Landscapes Steal the Show at Christie’s London Auction

Christie’s upcoming 20th and 21st-century art sales in London are set to feature two captivating landscapes, each holding a unique historical significance and artistic allure. Leading the auction lineup are a vibrant Francis Bacon piece and a nostalgic Monet masterpiece, both making their highly anticipated return to the auction block after years of absence. Francis

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Sunil Gupta Turns Back Time; Showcases Queer Rights in 1980s London

If you consider yourself a vanguard of queer rights and have a passion for photography, the newest exhibition at the Vadehra Art Gallery will be your Mecca. The gallery unveils a special project by Indo–Canadian, London-based photographer Sunil Gupta titled ‘Come Out.’ The never-before-exhibited series of black-and-white photographs shot in London from 1985 to 1995

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Art Highlights Around the World in 2024: Basel, Los Angeles, Paris, New York, and London

Art enthusiasts and culture aficionados have an exciting year ahead as major cities around the world gear up for a diverse array of exhibitions in 2024. From the compact charm of Basel to the cultural mecca of Los Angeles, the artistic offerings are set to captivate audiences with a wide range of themes, artists, and

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Lisson Gallery Pauses Ai Weiwei Show Amid Controversial Tweet on Israel-Hamas War

London Exhibition Put on Hold Lisson Gallery, a renowned contemporary art space in London, has decided to halt its plans to exhibit the work of acclaimed artist Ai Weiwei. The decision came in response to a social media post by Ai Weiwei concerning the Israel-Hamas conflict. Controversial Tweet Sparks Concern In a now-deleted tweet, Ai

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IIAD’s Sreeram Jayaram Secures Top Honors with Animation Xpress ANN Award for Best Student Film

Introduction The Indian Institute of Art & Design (IIAD) proudly announces a momentous achievement by one of its students, Sreeram Jayaram. Sreeram, a student of the Communication Design department (2019-23), has clinched the esteemed Animation Xpress ANN Award for the Best Student Film (Animation) in Mumbai. The Winning Film: “The Day My Dad Arrives” Sreeram’s

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Activism Meets Art: A Critical Examination of Climate Protests and Their Impact on Cultural Heritage

Two climate change protesters from the group Just Stop Oil were arrested after smashing a protective glass panel covering a famous Diego Velázquez oil painting at London’s National Gallery. The protesters targeted Velázquez’s “The Toilet of Venus” with small hammers, demanding Britain’s government to halt all licensing for fossil fuel exploration, development, and production in

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Christie’s London Sales Thrive Despite Friday the 13th Superstitions

Introduction Despite superstitions surrounding Friday the 13th, Christie’s London hosted successful evening auctions on October 13th, 2023, with substantial earnings of £96.5 million, including fees. Bidding exhibited a more controlled atmosphere compared to previous years, and the results were well within the auction house’s estimates. Salvo’s Painting Steals the Show One of the standout moments

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