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Business Upturn
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Upturn
From Discarded to Remembered – STRATUM Opens at The Charoen AArt
By GlobeNewswire Published on June 10, 2025, 00:29 IST Bangkok, Thailand, June 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Charoen AArt, in collaboration with Artsy, proudly presents STRATUM, a solo exhibition by Ukrainian artist Illya Skubak. This marks his first solo exhibition in Bangkok and will open on 15 June 2025 at the gallery on Charoen Krung Road in the Bang Kho Laem district of Bangkok. Illya Skubak, Untitled, 2025. Mixed media sculpture with tyres, mannequin limbs, mirror, bow, and arrows. From the exhibition STRATUM at The Charoen AArt, Bangkok. STRATUM is an exploration of the emotional, physical, and cultural strata of contemporary life through ordinary objects that are often left unnoticed. Skubak collects materials from his surroundings in Bangkok, including tyres, helmets, mannequins, bamboo, and metal scraps. He assembles them into sculptural works that speak to transformation, presence, and memory hidden within the everyday. Each piece avoids fixed explanation and leaves space for viewers to form their own interpretations 'I don't offer answers,' says Skubak. 'The work only begins to live when someone connects with it in their own way.' Born in 1999 in Okhtyrka, Ukraine, Skubak began his artistic journey as a teenager. He works with materials shaped by use and time, creating artworks that reflect place and change. Now based in Bangkok, he continues to create from what surrounds him, using objects that carry quiet stories and traces of life. The exhibition also features pieces from STONE – Artifacts of the Future Past , a series of hand-engraved volcanic stones. Each stone includes an engraved image, a short poetic reflection, and a unique NFT. 'Stone is the first blockchain,' Skubak writes. 'It preserves without revision.' These works create a conversation between permanence and impermanence, linking memory, material, and technology. 'STRATUM shows how art can give meaning to the everyday,' says Bryce Watanasoponwong, founder of The Charoen AArt. 'It invites us to pause, look more closely, and discover beauty in what we often overlook.' EXHIBITION DETAILS Venue: The Charoen AArt, Charoen Krung Road, Bangkok, ThailandOpening Reception: 15.06.2025Duration: 15.06 – 17.08.2025 More info: About the Artist: Illya Skubak (b. 1999, Ukraine) is a self-taught artist whose work spans sculpture, assemblage, and installation. His practice reflects the urgency of survival and the poetry of broken things. Previously exhibited in Dresden, Tbilisi, Lviv, and Vienna, Skubak now lives in Bangkok, where he continues to explore the tension between collapse and creation. About Artsy: The world's largest online platform for discovering and collecting art. By partnering with leading galleries, museums, and art fairs, Artsy offers worldwide access to a wide range of artists and artworks. Artsy supports artists, collectors, and the global art community with personalised tools and insights. Illya Skubak, photographed at his workshop in Bangkok during preparations for his solo exhibition STRATUM, 2025. About The Charoen AArt The Charoen AArt is an artist-run gallery located at the end of Charoen Krung Road in Bangkok. Once a family home, it has been transformed into a space where traditional and contemporary art meet. Guided by values of authenticity, creativity, openness, and inclusivity, the gallery connects artists, collectors, and communities through meaningful work. Its partnership with Artsy helps extend these connections to a global audience. Press inquiries The Charoen AArt BRYCE Watanasoponwong [email protected] +66878235010 2250/16 Charoenkrung Road Bangkhorlame Bangkok 10120 Thailand Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with GlobeNewswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same. GlobeNewswire provides press release distribution services globally, with substantial operations in North America and Europe.
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
From Discarded to Remembered – STRATUM Opens at The Charoen AArt
STRATUM: Illya Skubak - Finding Meaning in the Overlooked Presented by The Charoen AArt Bangkok, Thailand, June 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Charoen AArt, in collaboration with Artsy, proudly presents STRATUM, a solo exhibition by Ukrainian artist Illya Skubak. This marks his first solo exhibition in Bangkok and will open on 15 June 2025 at the gallery on Charoen Krung Road in the Bang Kho Laem district of Skubak, Untitled, 2025. Mixed media sculpture with tyres, mannequin limbs, mirror, bow, and arrows. From the exhibition STRATUM at The Charoen AArt, Bangkok. STRATUM is an exploration of the emotional, physical, and cultural strata of contemporary life through ordinary objects that are often left unnoticed. Skubak collects materials from his surroundings in Bangkok, including tyres, helmets, mannequins, bamboo, and metal scraps. He assembles them into sculptural works that speak to transformation, presence, and memory hidden within the everyday. Each piece avoids fixed explanation and leaves space for viewers to form their own interpretations 'I don't offer answers,' says Skubak. 'The work only begins to live when someone connects with it in their own way.' Born in 1999 in Okhtyrka, Ukraine, Skubak began his artistic journey as a teenager. He works with materials shaped by use and time, creating artworks that reflect place and change. Now based in Bangkok, he continues to create from what surrounds him, using objects that carry quiet stories and traces of life. The exhibition also features pieces from STONE – Artifacts of the Future Past, a series of hand-engraved volcanic stones. Each stone includes an engraved image, a short poetic reflection, and a unique NFT. 'Stone is the first blockchain,' Skubak writes. 'It preserves without revision.' These works create a conversation between permanence and impermanence, linking memory, material, and technology. 'STRATUM shows how art can give meaning to the everyday,' says Bryce Watanasoponwong, founder of The Charoen AArt. 'It invites us to pause, look more closely, and discover beauty in what we often overlook.' EXHIBITION DETAILS Venue: The Charoen AArt, Charoen Krung Road, Bangkok, ThailandOpening Reception: 15.06.2025Duration: 15.06 - 17.08.2025More info: About the Artist: Illya Skubak (b. 1999, Ukraine) is a self-taught artist whose work spans sculpture, assemblage, and installation. His practice reflects the urgency of survival and the poetry of broken things. Previously exhibited in Dresden, Tbilisi, Lviv, and Vienna, Skubak now lives in Bangkok, where he continues to explore the tension between collapse and creation. About Artsy: The world's largest online platform for discovering and collecting art. By partnering with leading galleries, museums, and art fairs, Artsy offers worldwide access to a wide range of artists and artworks. Artsy supports artists, collectors, and the global art community with personalised tools and Skubak, photographed at his workshop in Bangkok during preparations for his solo exhibition STRATUM, 2025. About The Charoen AArt The Charoen AArt is an artist-run gallery located at the end of Charoen Krung Road in Bangkok. Once a family home, it has been transformed into a space where traditional and contemporary art meet. Guided by values of authenticity, creativity, openness, and inclusivity, the gallery connects artists, collectors, and communities through meaningful work. Its partnership with Artsy helps extend these connections to a global audience. Press inquiries The Charoen AArt BRYCE Watanasoponwong info@ +66878235010 2250/16 Charoenkrung Road Bangkhorlame Bangkok 10120 Thailand
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Kolkata's co-working spaces are the new offices in town
Kolkata's coworking spaces and work-friendly cafes are witnessing a summer surge, driven by the city's shifting work culture, seasonal discomforts, and the growing tribe of freelancers and hybrid workers. Rising temperatures, frequent power cuts, and a demand for flexible schedules are drawing remote workers into air-conditioned havens that offer more than just coffee. Dedicated work desks are the most sought-after From coffee to collaboration The fusion of café culture and remote work is reshaping how Kolkata works. 'Artsy is designed to be inviting for both solo workers and meeting-goers,' says Arshdeep Singh, partner, Artsy – Cafe | Coffee | Culture. 'We have six high seats built for work, free WiFi, and an all-day dining menu.' Natasha Suri, co-founder, CoLAB, adds, 'Traditional work boundaries have blurred. People want inspiring spaces with comfort, community, and privacy — freelancers, creators, teams — everyone's working together under one roof. ' Special sip & snack The new wave of co-working cafes isn't just about plug points and fast WiFi — it's about creating an environment. 'We're introducing happy-hour-style windows with cooling beverages and light bites, especially for our co-working guests,' says Natasha Suri. 'There's high-speed internet, a wireless colour printer, and a conference room with a whiteboard.' At The Red Bari, the experience is equally curated. 'We offer iced coffees, teas, and kombuchas for our co-work users. The first drink of the day from our core menu is on us,' says Disha Das, adding, 'The co-work floor is tucked away to minimise interruptions.' Beating the heat with cool indoor work spaces 'We've seen an uptick in usage compared to the same period last year,' says Natasha Suri, co-founder, CoLAB. 'With soaring temperatures and power cuts, people are gravitating toward comfortable, air-conditioned spaces.' Vinay Manglani, Cō co-founder, adds, 'Our café offers not just relief from the heat, but also a sense of community.' These hybrid spaces suit varied work styles, from morning meetings to twilight sessions. Grant Walsh, founder, 8th Day Café says that major reasons are humidity & outages are definitely factors. 'Evenings are busy too, thanks to discounted drinks and a vibrant vibe,' says Prateek Kayan, co-founder of Motherland Cafe & Studios. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Forbes
18-04-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Forbes Talks: How Everette Taylor's Unconventional Rise Shaped His Leadership—And Kickstarter's Comeback
When Everette Taylor was named CEO of Kickstarter in 2022, it marked a historic milestone—not just for the pioneering crowdfunding platform, but for the tech industry, where Black leadership at the highest levels remains rare. At the time of his appointment, Taylor became one of only a handful of Black CEOs leading a global tech company—breaking barriers in a space that has long struggled with representation. Taylor wasn't just making noise. He was making impact. In a candid video conversation with Forbes, Taylor spoke about that journey—from the margins to the main stage—and how his unconventional rise continues to shape his leadership and Kickstarter's comeback. Raised by a single mother on the South Side of Richmond, Virginia, he dropped out of college—twice. He slept in his car, cold-called his way into rooms where no one expected to see him, and launched his first startup at 19. That early boldness set the tone for a career defined by risk-taking, reinvention, and relentless drive. Without pedigree or privilege, Taylor forged his own leadership style—one that blends creative vision, market instinct, and a deep understanding of culture. His big break came when tech veteran Mike Steib took a chance on him at Artsy, naming Taylor CMO at 29. 'Mike taught me what it meant to be a CEO,' Taylor says. 'Everything is your responsibility. No excuses.' By the time he took the helm, Kickstarter's shine was starting to dim. Though still the leader in its space, 'revenue was declining, competitors were gaining ground, and the company's cultural relevance had started to fade. We weren't operating at the level we needed to be,' Taylor recalls. To reignite Kickstarter's influence as a vital player in a rapidly evolving digital ecosystem, Taylor made a bold bet on the creator economy. 'I didn't just want to be a leader in crowdfunding,' he says. 'I wanted Kickstarter to be a leader in the creator economy.' Since Taylor joined as CEO, creator education has become a central focus at Kickstarter, and over the past year alone, Kickstarter has rolled out dozens of new product features designed to support creators not just at launch, but to help them sustain, scale, and thrive throughout the full lifecycle of their projects. It's a vision that's already showing results, as the company returned to consistent year-over-year revenue growth. 'Project success rates on the platform have climbed from around 50% to 65%,' he says. 'That matters more to me than revenue or any other metric because our mission is to help bring creative projects to life—and that starts with giving creators the tools, support, and education they need to succeed.' But the transformation hasn't stopped at product innovation. Taylor also reimagined the company's internal culture to reflect the diversity of the global creative community it serves. 'Inclusivity was mission-critical,' he says. 'It started internally—with our team. My CMO is a Black woman. My head of content is a man of color. Our head of social is a woman of color. We built a team that looks like the world we serve.' With that diverse leadership team in place, together they revamped outreach and education, expanded funding initiatives, and positioned Kickstarter not just as a launchpad, but as infrastructure for creators of all kinds. 'From first-time indie artists to billion-dollar brands like L'Oréal, Kickstarter is now a platform built to meet creators where they are.' 'For me, this work is personal,' Taylor says. 'I know what it's like to fight for an opportunity. I know what it means to have someone believe in you. That's what we're building at Kickstarter—a place where creators don't just launch projects, they build movements.' Two years since Taylor first stepped into the top role at Kickstarter, now 35, he remains an anomaly in the tech C-suite. But he's determined not to be the last. 'There are so many incredible Black men and women who deserve these seats,' he says. 'I carry the responsibility of paving the way for them.'
The Guardian
10-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
‘Finally we are being seen as contenders': delight in India as demand for south Asian art booms
For over seven decades, the masterpiece had gathered dust as it hung in the corridors of a Norwegian hospital. But last month, the monumental 13-panel 1954 painting Untitled (Gram Yatra) – one of the most significant pieces of modern south Asian art – sold for a record-breaking $13.7m in New York. The auction of the painting sent ripples through the art world. It was not only the highest price ever paid for a painting by Maqbool Fida Husain, one of India's most celebrated modern artists, but it was the highest ever paid for any piece of modern Indian art at auction – going for four times the estimated price. It also happened to be the most expensive artwork auctioned so far in 2025. Indian, and more broadly south Asian artists, have long failed to receive the same recognition as their western counterparts. Few were displayed in the world's great galleries and collections, international exhibitions celebrating their work have been scarce and their presence at the world's biggest art fairs – the powerful drivers of today's art market – has been minimal. Yet recently there are signs that things are changing and Indian art – both modern and contemporary – is having what many in the field described as a 'major moment'. Auction prices for prominent 20th century Indian artists have consistently broken records over the past few years, while according to international online art broker Artsy, the demand for Indian artists increased more than for any other nationality in 2024. For Nishad Avari, head of South Asian Modern and Contemporary Art at Christie's in New York, the record-breaking sale of the Husain painting in March – which took him over a decade to orchestrate – was reflective of a wider shift in the recognition and momentum around Indian artists, that he credited with originating from within India. 'Over the past couple of years, we've seen the ecosystem for the arts in India really expanding,' said Avari. 'There are lots of new participants and a newfound confidence that's driving demand and many new conversations are taking place, both in India and internationally. It's all long overdue to be honest.' India experienced an art boom once before, in the early to late 2000s, when works by Modernist artists such as Husain and Amrita Sher-Gil began to fetch prices at auction never before seen by artists from the subcontinent. Yet many viewed it as a bubble driven by a few wealthy figures distorting prices, and it all came crashing down after the 2008 global financial crisis. Artists, curators and gallerists were all in agreement that the current environment was markedly different, in part due to the country's newfound enthusiasm for homegrown contemporary art and the growing institutional backing for Indian artists. For decades, arts in the India have suffered by a severe lack of state funding, ensuring that museums and galleries are often uninspiring, celebrating just a select few modern artists. But as wealth in India has grown, so too has the number of arts patrons. There has been a recent surge in privately run galleries and museums opening across the country, championing both India's 20th century modern masters but also the next generation of contemporary artists. India also has its own flourishing art fair held annually in Delhi and a younger generation of Indian art collectors have emerged with a newfound interest in contemporary art. A new Museum of Art and Photography opened in Bengaluru in 2023 and Kiran Nadar, India's biggest private patron and collector of modern and contemporary art, will open a major museum in Delhi next year. Some of the country's biggest billionaire industrialists have recently bankrolled cultural centres in Mumbai and Hampi and the Jaipur royal family has just opened a centre for the arts in the City Palace. Contemporary Indian artists described it as one of the most exciting moments for the country's art scene. 'Up until three or four years ago, the art market in India, the people in power, the institutions, the galleries and the collectors just didn't take Indian artists as seriously as they did international artists – and that meant the world never took us seriously,' said Tarini Sethi, a multi-disciplinary artist who works out of Delhi. 'But that's changed so much. Now there is a huge push to invest in and highlight our own artists, whether that's with gallery shows in India or abroad. For the first time, collectors and galleries want to take a chance on newer voices.' Sethi's own sculptures and paintings take what she described as a 'maximalist, in-your-face approach' to depictions of sex, unity and women's bodies, directly addressing their continued taboo in India. However, she recalled when studying art in the US that professors would routinely critique her work for not being 'Indian enough'. But as more contemporary Indian artists have been championed by patrons and showcased by domestic galleries, and as a result increasingly seen at international galleries and art fairs, Sethi said it was challenging cliched perceptions that all the country had to offer was 'folk art and paintings of cows and Gandhi'. Sethi acknowledged there was 'still a long way to go' – she recently showed her work at an art fair around Art Basel in Miami, one of the art world's most prominent fairs, and was shocked to realise only two Indian galleries were present. 'But at least finally we are being seen as contenders,' she added. This momentum has also been reflected internationally. In the past year, the Barbican Centre and the Serpentine Gallery in London, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York and the Pompidou in Paris have all held prominent exhibitions of Indian artists, with many featuring works seen outside India for the first time. At the 2023 Frieze Art Fair, Experimenter, a contemporary gallery that began in the Indian city of Kolkata, won the prestigious best stand award for its presentation of seven intergenerational female artists. In the US, it was a frustration at 'seeing all this incredible work coming out of India that was not being celebrated in the west as I felt it should be' that led gallerist Rajiv Menon to open a space in Los Angeles almost primarily dedicated to south Asian artists. Menon's focus has been on giving western viewers and collectors an opportunity to see South Asian artists in a wider context; his current show is by a Pakistani artist Noormah Jamal whose works reflect on her childhood growing up in Peshawar. He described the response to his other exhibitions, which have included works by Sethi, as 'phenomenal', with six pieces acquired by museums in a matter of months. 'So many of the themes that the works in the shows have dealt with – climate, migration, political precariousness – are very specific to the South Asia but they also speak deeply to the human condition everywhere,' says Menon. 'It's really affirmed my hypothesis that as soon as these artists are given an opportunity to show in the west, they will immediately find an audience. This is just the beginning.'
