We have heard of poetry. But In The Woods – 2 brings us ‘poetree’. This is an art exhibition with a difference. Amidst the jungles of Bir in Himachal, a certain Frank Schlichtmann has curated art that is not to hang on the wall or display in hotel lobby. It is to experience through eyes, ears and the other senses.Example – ‘poetree’ are trees in Bir forest that recite poetry or play music. Only if you want to listen.
The Wildlife Trust of India and Ministry of Environment have organised Gaj Mahotsav. The focus is to raise awareness about Asiatic elephants. It is a first and kudos to this project. This is what we encountered here.
The Peru embassy recently hosted a fun event. To celebrate the 1st anniversary of the opening of the Art Gallery of the Embassy of Peru and the 1st anniversary of the Indo-Peruvian Friendship Association (INPEFA), the Ambassador hosted a cocktail for media and invited guests. We were very curious to see the art on display here.
Delhi is the host to some incredulous events. Events that one can’t possible conceive. Who could have thought there could be an exhibition of fans? But then an exhibition of handfans has just started at Indira Gandhi National Centre for Arts. Is it worth the time?
India Design ID 2018 is a four day long exhibition at NSIC Grounds, Okhla. There is no dearth of designs in India and we keep seeing some display or the other around us. What is unique about India Design ID is the amalgamation of tradition with contemporary that aptly reflects where we in India stand right now.
India Art Fair 2018 was recently held at NSIC ground, New Delhi. Le Meridien has been partnering with India Art Fair since six years. This year, they did things differently. We attended their pop up and ‘Follow Me’ kiosk at the event and found the going rather interesting
The Annual Dastkari Haat Crafts Bazaar is happening at Dilli Haat, INA during 1-15 January, 2018. Dastkari Haat, under the able guidance of crafts revivalist Jaya Jaitley, has been pursuing the cause of Indian traditional crafts and textiles for ages. It is therefore no surprise that this 32nd edition of this fair is drawing huge footfalls.
DLF Cyberhub has organised a cultural exchange festival “The Global Gate” in association with One World Foundation. The featured country this year is Afghanistan. This five days long exhibition presents a fusion of Indian and Afghani art, culture, handloom and handicraft.
Lok Gatha Utsav was a display of the rich heritage of folk music, dance and art in India. IGNCA deftly fused the essentially folk culture festival with the modern. Star performers such as Mohit Chauhan, Hans Raj Hans and Manoj Tiwari also participated in the event.
DLF5, the new luxury address on Golf Course Road, Gurgaon, did something really cool. In line with the early winter chill, they organised a series of cultural events that if anything upped every spirit attending the event. The programs were as well-lit as they can get – literally and figuratively – what with Muzaffar and Meera Ali and Muzaffar’s son Murad playing prominent roles.
Indianama is a digital art exhibition that creates artwork through moving images. But how moving is it. Read on for heads-up
The Raza Foundation’s ‘Art Matters’ is a running series of panel discussions on arts and culture at the India International Centre. As part of this series, Malavika Sarukkai, the Bharatnatyam exponent, was part of a tete a tete with author Dr. Sudha Gopalakrishnan and the two bright ladies treated the audience to an illuminating conversation. Here is our humble attempt to provide a report.
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Ajeevika Mela was an event displaying goods produced by rural women. It was held in Hall 18 at Pragati Maidan. For the benefit of the visitors, the venue was fully air conditioned and entry tickets were waived.
Serendipity Arts Festival just concluded at Bikaner House. A host of traditional and modern painting and sculpture were displayed during the event. The program also included performing art events like theatre, storytelling and dance. The Festival was organised by the Serendipity Arts Trust.
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