Vestiges of Jatra 

Preserving an art from in monochrome, Soumya Sankar Bose’s exhibition ensures the future generations are provided a window to its colourful past For photographer Soumya Sankar Bose, documenting the fast fading art form Jatra, was quite personal. Moving out of his hometown in Midnapore, West Bengal, he returned after a decade in 2013 to learn […]

As Covid fuels anxiety, astrologers cash in

As the virus continues its rampage around the world, more and more Indians are asking for predictions and advice based on the reading of the stars Thirty-year-old IT professional Amit was excited that he was going to marry, but lockdown killed his excitement as the bride’s family did not want to conduct the ceremony at […]

Art for the soul 

Based on meditative, natural and tribal themes, the artworks of Yashwant Singh are being exhibited on the official website of the Ampas Art Gallery Heavily influenced by Indian folk and tribal art, Yashwant Singh’s paintings feature tattoos and piercings, kitchen artifacts, weapons, masks and textiles — all of which take us to an abstract world […]

Art must go on 

Artworks from 30 artists reflecting the high creativity and great suffering of the lockdown from multiple locations are being brought together in an extensive online exhibition  Conceived on the first day of the initial three-week lockdown, a remote arts residency featuring 30 artists confined in homes and studios in a multitude of locations, has culminated […]

Redefining art studios 

As the world adjusts to the ‘new normal’, art has moved beyond the conventional confines of dedicated art studios   Confined to one’s home, the idea of a conducive space to work in, has been reshaped and modified in current times. Naturally, the art world too has seen a shift in their studio spaces, which has […]

Nomadic impressions 

On the death anniversary of Premola Ghose, India International Centre is hosting an exhibition showcasing her works, bringing out her love for travel and history  For over four decades, late Premola Ghose headed the programme division at India International Centre. To commemorate her first death anniversary, here’s an exhibition – ‘A Nomad’s Journey: Travels With […]

After Amphan, artists rally around

When it comes to supporting a cause, painters never shrink away from donating their work as a generous form of charity   Watching from afar and unable to help immediately was deeply troubling for writer Ina Puri, as Cyclone Amphan raged powerfully across the city and the villages in West Bengal. Once the storm finally abated, […]

Green is the new black 

The pandemic has led people to explore life beyond their jobs and households and many are exploring the pleasures of gardening. Surprisingly, millennials are the amongst enthusiasts of this new trend  The need to stay indoors during the pandemic has led to a rekindling of old hobbies and even discovering new passions – social media […]