Art and artist: Siddharth Somaiya on giving voice to the voiceless
In an interaction with The Statesman, the award-winning artist talks about Immerse Fellowship, a pioneering initiative dedicated to empowering emerging Indian artists and curators.
In an interaction with The Statesman, the award-winning artist talks about Immerse Fellowship, a pioneering initiative dedicated to empowering emerging Indian artists and curators.
The Progressive Art Gallery in Dubai has set up an exhibition entitled - "Intertwined: Revisitation of the Indian Art Narrative," showcasing the theme of art as protest, especially in the context of contemporary India.
Meet Nigerian-origin rapper -- Yung Sammy. The singer, who has been living in India for more than 15 years now, is slowly and gradually creating a loyal fan base for himself.
In a telephonic conversation with The Statesman, he reflected on his journey both on and off stage during the tour.
The panel consisted of moderator, writer, and translator Poonam Saxena; the editor of the book, Rakhshanda Jalil; and contributing writer Mridula Koshy. Together, they explored Delhi’s ever-changing identity through the lens of the book.
Padmashri Geeta Chandran conceived and curated the two-day event that celebrated the vibrancy of Indian dance across styles and generations.
She may refer to her craft as ‘Every day Art,’ however, Shilpa Gupta’s artistic expression is anything but “every day”. From cough syrup bottles to barrier tapes, her installations catapult mundane objects into powerful political statements.
Tara, a successful lawyer from Delhi, is at the center of the story. Tara is sure of herself, but she also feels lonely. Her parents, her younger brother, Lila, and Kunal, the brother who’s adopted, are all around her.
The author was in conversation with independent journalist Swati Daftuar at an event in the national capital on Wednesday.
Bikash Poddar’s “Lyrical Landscapes Watercolours” presents a soothing blend of water colour and intricate detailing, offering a relaxed experience to art enthusiasts at Gallerie Ganesha, New Delhi.