On May 20th, 2023, the Kiran Nadar Museum of Art (KNMA), designed by the renowned Ghanaian-British architect Sir David Adjaye in collaboration with S. Ghosh & Associates, unveiled an architectural model of its upcoming building, set to open in Delhi in 2026 and serve as India’s largest cultural center. The preview took place during the 18th International Architecture Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia, curated by Lesley Lokko.

An installation showcasing the model was presented as part of the Curator’s Special Projects, to coincide with the groundbreaking ceremony for the new museum in New Delhi. The exhibition, titled ‘Mnemonic,’ explores the theme through artworks from the museum’s collection by prominent Indian artists Tyeb Mehta (1925-2009), Zarina (1937-2020), and Nasreen Mohamedi (1937-1990). Additionally, contemporary filmmaker Amit Dutta’s film, ‘Touch AIR (2023),’ accompanied the presentation.

Founded in 2010 by Kiran Nadar, one of India’s prominent art collectors, KNMA is a pioneering private museum dedicated to exhibiting modern and contemporary artworks from India and the subcontinent. With a collection of over 10,000 pieces, the museum draws inspiration from the region’s rich cultural history. The upcoming KNMA location, sprawling over 100,000 sqm near the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi, will be an international cultural destination for visual arts, music, dance, and theatre. This new space will enable the museum to showcase a more significant portion of its collection at any given time, hosting ever-changing exhibitions, permanent displays, and captivating performances. Currently situated in New Delhi and Noida, the expansion to a larger, state-of-the-art facility signifies KNMA’s commitment to becoming a premier global hub for artistic expression.

The Vienna Tourist Board launched an AI art campaign to promote tourism in the city. The campaign features AI-generated artwork inspired by the city of Vienna and aims to promote tourism through innovative and creative means. The AI algorithm used for the project analyzed thousands of images and generated unique artworks capturing the essence of Vienna's culture, landmarks, and history. The campaign highlights the increasing integration of AI in the art world and its potential to create captivating and engaging experiences for tourists.

The Austrian artist began as a fashion designer in Vienna, studied in Italy, New York, and Germany, enriching his artistic vision. His expressionistic paintings explore the inner life of man, particularly through intense portraits. These powerful and distinctive portrayals capture the collective identity rather than individuality. Herwig identifies emptiness with certain facial features, presenting a society filled with vices, weaknesses, and melancholy. His captivating faces challenge us and reveal the deep-rooted malaise of a generation. They are creatures from a dark world, reflecting sexual excesses and loneliness. With great empathy and talent, Herwig exposes the complexities of humanity in a world of illusions and restless souls.

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