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Many parents want their kids to learn about Indian art and culture. Many kids want to get free art history lessons but they don’t know where. The Museum of Art & Photography, Bengaluru has a website that publishes a variety of content and resources for kids, school groups and educators. The museum also has a plan to open up physically such that school children can visit the museum and conduct several programmes for school children. Parents and kids can check the Learn section of the website for details: https://map-india.org/learn/

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Artwork On Gender and Ecology

Artists, Anupama Alias and Debashish Paul use nature and their own bodies as a vessel to create artwork. They create new contexts of inquiries into how they understand gender and form references that are more emblematic of their experiences. Their work samples can be viewed in the blog post of The Museum of Art & Photography.

On Gender and Ecology - MAP

Artists and IARF grantees, Anupama Alias and Debashish Paul use nature as a lens to create new contexts of inquiries into how they understan

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MAP is located in the heart of Bengaluru and houses art from all over the world, set to open soon for the general public. The museum is a host to over 18,000 works of art, mostly from South Asia. The collection of art works at MAP is constantly expanding with contemporary works as well as art dating all the way back to the 10th century. To know more, visit https://map-india.org/whats-on/

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Paper Artwork by Artist Neelesh Yogi

Paper is perhaps the most humble and prevalent material that one can find in an artist’s studio. Neelesh Yogi’s Project of paper making & developing work looks at paper as both substance and subject. Artist Neelesh Yogi has received a fund from MAP in partnership with 1Shanthiroad Studio. Visit the blog section of MAP to find more examples of the artist’s creations.

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The layout of MAP, which was designed by renowned Indian architect Soumitro Ghosh, will prioritise accessibility to serve people with special needs and disabilities. The five-story museum will have an auditorium, art galleries, an art & research library, an education center, a center for specialized research and conservation, as well as a terrace café. To know more, visit: https://map-india.org

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Engaging with the paintings of Bhupen Khakhar 

Bhupen Khakhar’s painting style, his use of flamboyant colours, graceless figures and his blending of Indian folk & pop art are the topics of discussion for this blog post. Read more such post on the blog section of MAP India.

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Museums are the best places to preserve the art and culture of a nation. One can find the elaborated legacy of a culture at an art museum. The website of MAP India comprises images of historical artefacts and paintings which are a reflection of the rich and illustrious past of South Asia. The museum will open its doors to the public in December, 2022 and all its collections will be accessible to citizens, children and adults. More details can be found on the website of map-india.org.

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Magic of Making at the Faculty of Fine Arts

The blog post talks about K. G. Subramanyan’s contributions towards developing a pedagogical ideology for the Faculty of Fine Arts in Baroda.

Read on to know more about Subramanyan’s view of the arts as a broad spectrum of engagements, as opposed to one that is tailored for the white cube.

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Within a short period of the launch of the Museum of Art & Photography, the museum has gained immense popularity through its online events and exhibitions. Now, MAP India is set to open its physical building in December for the visitors. The museum will be located on Kasturba Road, Bangalore and will be open for local visitors and tourists throughout the week.  Until the museum opens, one can browse their website to get more details and updates about the museum: https://map-india.org/learn/

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Discussion on the writings of K G Subramanyan

Arshad Hakim, Vaishnavi Kambadur, and Samira Bose discuss their curatorial collaboration between a museum and an archive for MAP and AAAI’s latest exhibition on K. G. Subramanyan’s artworks and writings.

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A museum of Indian art that is truly global

Located on Kasturba Road, Bangalore, the Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) is set to open its physical space in 2022. The museum is divided into five storeys that include art galleries, an auditorium, an art and research library, an education centre, a specialised research and conservation facility, and a cafe. MAP India aims to become one of the best museums in the country in the field of art and photography.

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Conserving art & culture is imperative for the preservation of the glorious past of a nation. It’s important to preserve the heritage and legacy of a culture, especially for future generations. Historical artefacts and paintings are a reflection of our rich and illustrious past, which should be known to all citizens, children and adults. The team at MAP India is dedicated to this objective, given the increasing loss of significant tangible heritage in the country. This image depicts MAP’s conservation team working on restoring an artefact from the collection. To get more details about MAP’s conservation initiatives and the artefacts we have preserved so far, please visit the museum or map-india.org.

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The Museum of Art & Photography in South India

There are several art enthusiasts who are interested in knowing about Indian art and photography, and the rich cultural heritage of the country. To cater to their interest and enthusiasm for knowing the story of Indian art, the Museum of Art & Photography (MAP India) presents South India’s first major private art museum, situated in Bengaluru.

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Within a short period of the launch of Museum of Art & Photography, the museum has gained immense popularity among school children. MAP has organised numerous special tours and online workshops for school children to educate them about the history of Indian art and culture. If any school authority wants to know more about MAP India, please visit the website: https://map-india.org/learn/

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Events by The Museum of Art & Photography for Art Lovers

If you are passionate about Indian art and photography, and want to attend the best art and cultural events in Bangalore, then the Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) is the right place for you! The Museum hosts physical and online events every month. Visit the Events page on MAP India’s website to get all details about their ongoing and upcoming art and culture events. Link: https://map-india.org/all-events/

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MAP India Is The New Art And Photography Museum In Bangalore

A museum is a bridge between the past and the present. Museums and their collections can help one to understand different cultures and connect with the country’s heritage and history. The Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) was established to not only preserve the nation’s rich and rare artistic heritage but also to encourage people to experience art in new ways. Located in the heart of Bangalore, India, the Museum’s five-storey building features art galleries, an auditorium, an art and research library, an education centre, as well as a specialised research and conservation facility. Get more information about the Museum on MAP India’s website.