What happens when artists are confined indoors for months on end? More artwork, of course! Photographers, who are usually out and about shooting at various spots and against varied backdrops find themselves without the drama of electric lights and reflectors. For those creating magic with a paintbrush, the physical inspiration is now restrained to the… Continue reading Four Creative Artists On Their Distinct Work Born Out Of The Constraints Of The Lockdowns
Fred Allard is a French iconoclastic artist who is famous for creating sculptures, including the signature ‘Shopping Bag’ that showcases his unique sense of contemporary art expression. Post the pandemic, if you find yourself walking down Bond Street in London, be sure to see one of his collections at Galerie Bartoux. Fred, who is currently… Continue reading Did You Know A Shopping Bag Can Also Be A Sculpture?
We live in times of strange contradictions. Even as means and mediums of artistic expression are burgeoning in numbers, artists everywhere are being compelled to school themselves to more painfully constricting guidelines on rectitude. A new breed of artists though is dodging it all—and bravely so. They are the ones taking Instagram by storm as… Continue reading Illustrator and designer Chaaya Prabhat on navigating Instagram as an artist
We live in times of strange contradictions. Even as means and mediums of artistic expression are burgeoning in numbers, artists everywhere are being compelled to school themselves to more painfully constricting guidelines on rectitude. A new breed of artists though is dodging it all—and bravely so. They are the ones taking Instagram by storm as… Continue reading Textile artist Sarah Naqvi’s feminist work is breaking taboos and starting conversations
Culture is the key that binds designers Shiva Nallaperumal and Juhi Vishnani in their vision to create a new identity for Indian design. Through their Mumbai-based studio, November, the passionate advocates of Indian visual language have created vibrant design elements in the sphere of books, music, cinema and fashion, including an ambitious new typeface, Oli… Continue reading This duo is crafting new ways of putting Indian graphic design on the global map
We live in times of strange contradictions. Even as means and mediums of artistic expression are burgeoning in numbers, artists everywhere are being compelled to school themselves to more painfully constricting guidelines on rectitude. A new breed of artists though is dodging it all—and bravely so. They are the ones taking Instagram by storm as… Continue reading Illustrator, muralist, paper cut artist—Kashmira Sarode wears many hats
We live in times of strange contradictions. Even as means and mediums of artistic expression are burgeoning in numbers, artists everywhere are being compelled to school themselves to more painfully constricting guidelines on rectitude. A new breed of artists though is dodging it all—and bravely so. They are the ones taking Instagram by storm as… Continue reading Intricate details take centre-stage in Santanu Hazarika’s artwork
We live in times of strange contradictions. Even as means and mediums of artistic expression are burgeoning in numbers, artists everywhere are being compelled to school themselves to more painfully constricting guidelines on rectitude. A new breed of artists though is dodging it all—and bravely so. They are the ones taking Instagram by storm as… Continue reading Khyati Trehan on the perks and pitfalls of using social media as an artist
There’s never a dull day in the city of dreams. Here, we curate the best events taking place this weekend so you can make the most of your downtime. Take a friend along, make it a date, or go by yourself—there’s plenty to soak in. Thirsty City 127’s first anniversary Renowned Hong-Kong based bartender Suraj… Continue reading All the best things to do in Mumbai this weekend
Deciding to splurge on a luxury handbag is the decision of a lifetime, no exaggerations here. Long-lasting quality, a classic design, prestigious heritage value and a charm that transcends trends or fads are just some of the checklist items that come to mind. Allow us to make the selection process a little easier. Lady Dior… Continue reading Lady Dior’s artsy reinvention is one more reason to love the iconic handbag
