By Jyoti Dhar
When it comes to abstract art, I have had the misfortune of hearing the oft quoted lament, ‘How can this be called art? My child could have done this.’ On the other hand, when I’ve visited exhibitions with figurative art, the ‘art elite’ have commented, ‘Why do people ...
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By Jyoti Dhar
After two decades of phenomenal growth catalyzed by auction highs and enormous NRI endorsement, it cannot be denied that Indian art is a force to be reckoned with on the international market.
The ‘progressives’ and the ‘modern masters’ were among the first to benefit from this boom. As the ...
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ChinarTree: Renu, it was lovely to see you at Art Dubai in March. Having visited Dubai many times, what would you say your impressions are with regards to the city and its art scene?
Renu Modi: I think the art fair that took place was much better this year as compared ...
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An art consultant for ‘Dubai Next: Face of 21st Century Culture’, Massimiliano tells us about the inaugural exhibition by the Dubai and Culture Arts Authority and how it aims at promoting Dubai as an ‘art hub.’
ChinarTree: Massimiliano, we’re here to talk about your upcoming show, which is on at the same ...
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ChinarTree met with the smart and savvy Sharjah Fine Arts College students on the morning after their final show, ‘Exit 3.’ Ready to graduate and take on the UAE’s art scene, this is what they had to say.
ChinarTree: So, you’ve all your graduation show, congratulations! I believe it was really well ...
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