Join in the 25th anniversary of the Kala Ghoda Arts Festival in Mumbai, Asia’s largest multidisciplinary street arts festival, featuring over 300 exciting programmes across 15 categories, including visual arts and literature. In Kolkata, experience a stunning showcase of hand-painted fabric masterpieces dyed with natural materials, all centered around the enchanting theme of nature. Meanwhile, in Delhi, immerse yourself in the thought-provoking exhibition by artist Seema Kohli, where powerful narratives surrounding partition, displacement, and familial legacy come to life. There’s so much happening in the art world this February.
This exhibition invites you to experience the profound connection between creation and curiosity. It weaves together themes that link civilisation with contemporary art, exploring the intricacies of materiality and craftsmanship while contemplating the very essence of life and its representations. Take this opportunity to immerse yourself in the artistic journey and reflect on how it resonates with the awe of human existence.
When: January 10 - February 9, 2025
Where: 47-A, Kotachi Wadi, Ambewadi, Girgaon, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400004
Join in celebrating the 25th anniversary of Asia’s largest multidisciplinary street arts festival, where creativity knows no bounds under the captivating theme "Silver." With over 300 exciting programmes across 15 dynamic categories—ranging from visual arts and literature to music and workshops—this festival promises an unforgettable experience. Don't miss the chance to witness the transformation of the precinct into a vibrant cultural hub brimming with artistic energy and inspiration across multiple venues. Embrace the art, embrace the spirit!
When: January 25 – February 2, 2025
Where: Kala Ghoda, Mumbai
Borders may divide people in an instant, but the beauty of nature and the wonders of the world remain untouched by manmade lines. Embracing this powerful thought, artist Seema Kohli invites you to experience her captivating exhibition that delves into themes of partition, displacement, and familial legacy. She artfully reimagines the memories of her ancestral home in Pind Dadan Khan, now in modern-day Pakistan. This remarkable exhibition features a diverse array of works, including immersive video installations, evocative silver-gelatin prints, and innovative multisensory bricolages. Among the highlights is a collaborative phulkari tapestry that vividly captures her ancestral landscapes. Titled "Khula Aasman," this showcase is not only a journey through personal history but also an exploration of collective memory, promising to leave a lasting impression on all who attend.
When and Where: Until February 15, 2025 at Seema Kohli Studio, B 85, Pocket X, Okhla Phase II
Until February 18, 2025, at Partition Museum, Dara Shikoh Library, Ambedkar University, Lothiyan Marg, Delhi, 110006
Step into a captivating world at this exhibition with hand-painted fabric masterpieces dyed with natural materials on the enchanting theme of nature, which serves as a powerful reminder of the beauty that can be found in our everyday lives. This exhibition by Indian textile artist Ajit Kumar Das in Kolkata celebrates exquisite artistry and craftsmanship and champions ecological ethics—inviting you to appreciate the profound connection between art and the natural world.
When: January 10– February 28, 2025
Where: Emami Art, KCC, Dipak Road, Eastern Metropolitan Bypass, Anandapur, Adarsha Nagar, Kolkata, West Bengal 700107
