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How Architect Amitabh Sarma Perceives Art: Insights into Integrating Aesthetics and Design (Part-3)

Welcome to Samvaad, where art meets conversation, and inspiration knows no bounds. Here we engage in insightful conversations with eminent personalities from the art fraternity. Through Samvaad, Abir Pothi aims to create a platform for thought-provoking discussions, providing readers with an exclusive glimpse into the creative processes, inspirations, and experiences of these creative individuals. From […]

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Forgotten in Aligarh, celebrated in America: Zarina Hashmi Artworks

Zarina Hashmi was an Indian American artist who left an indelible mark on the art world. Celebrated for her contributions to the minimalist art movement, Hashmi’s profound exploration of concepts such as home, identity, displacement, borders, and memory continues to captivate audiences globally. Honoured by a Google Doodle in the US and several other countries,

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When Was Modernism in India?

Introduction A complex intellectual and cultural movement, modernism first appeared in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Modernism, which is typified by a break from conventional wisdom, extends to a wide range of disciplines, including philosophy, literature, art, and architecture. Though modernism is frequently linked to Western advancements, it is crucial to acknowledge that

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Chicago’s Kavi Gupta Gallery is Being Sued by Artist Jeffrey Gibson, Who Claims He is Owed More Than $600,000

Introduction Renowned artist Jeffrey Gibson, set to represent the United States at the 2024 Venice Biennale, has filed a lawsuit against his former gallery, Kavi Gupta, claiming that the gallery has withheld over $600,000 in owed funds. The legal battle sheds light on a dispute over the terms of their agreement and the investments made

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Shanti Dave: Celebrating India’s Pioneering Abstractionist in ‘Neither Earth Nor Sky’ Exhibition

An upcoming exhibition at the DAG art gallery in India will present over 80 works by Shanti Dave, one of India’s first major abstractionists. Titled “Shanti Dave: Neither Earth, Nor Sky,” the exhibition curated by Jesal Thacker will provide a comprehensive overview of Dave’s artistic journey from figuration to abstraction. Commencing on July 15, the

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