The session is part of the Foundation Project implemented by IFA under its Archives and Museums programme with Zapurza Museum of Art and Culture, coordinated by Kohinoor Darda, cognitive neuroscientist, neuro-aesthetician, performing artist, and founder of ARISA Foundation. The project examines Pune’s artistic legacy through exhibitions, research, and public programmes.

Highlights from the discussion

“Artists often work in pockets, but to bring them together and create synergy, we need spaces like this museum,” observed Shilpa Joglekar, highlighting the importance of community in Pune’s art world. The discussion also situated women’s work within the broader legacy of the city — while Pune has long been celebrated for its contributions to literary arts and theatre, the voices and practices of visual artists have remained underrepresented. This panel sought to redress that imbalance by foregrounding women’s contributions.

The panel also debated the role of social media in shaping art viewership. While acknowledging its reach, the artists cautioned against its superficiality.

 “Social media allows you to put your process out there, but it can also trivialise the artwork. Looking at art requires time, attention, and presence,” said Gayatri Tambe Deshpande.
 “Many viewers today see exhibitions as colourful backdrops for Instagram reels, without really engaging with the work,” added Vaishali Oak.

The conversation expanded to accessibility in the arts, underlining the need to take art beyond galleries.
 “The white cube can feel alienating. Bringing art into public spaces makes it accessible to everyone, creating a new visual culture,” noted Shilpa Joglekar.

The panel concluded with reflections on technology and tradition. The artists agreed that while tools like AI can support artistic processes, they cannot replace the role of the artist.
 “AI is just another medium. It can save time and offer possibilities, but art still comes from lived experience and human connection,” said Gayatri Tambe Deshpande.

The discussion took place alongside the exhibition Pune’s Artistic Legacy Part 3: Women Artists of Pune, on view at Zapurza Museum of Art and Culture until 10 September 2025. The exhibition features ceramics, textiles, paintings, illustrations, and more — led by themes of memory, nature, material, and movement — and invites audiences to read the city’s art history through women’s practices.

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Dilip Kotibhaskar- Director of Kotibhaskar Group will inaugurate the exhibition on 30th July at 5.30 pm. Santosh Panchal-Founder Director, Art Beats Foundation will grace the occasion as the chief guest.

‘Anubhuti- Many Visions, One Canvas’ will display some mesmeric paintings of six talented artists namely Narendra Gangakhedkar, Dilip Puranik, Vinay Joshi, Vaibhav Kute, Krushna Bhusare, and Sunil Pawle. The display will showcase oil, watercolor, acrylic, pastel, and ink media paintings on various subjects like nature, folk art, tribal art, Indian culture, Indian history, and mythology. Art enthusiasts will also get to see some beautiful Warli paintings and portraits.

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Date: 13th January 2024
Time: 5:30 pm – 7 pm
Venue: Kathiwada City House, Sir Pochkhanwala Road, Worli.

This panel is part of ‘The Evolution of Now,’ a young collectors art exhibition by Teesta Bhandare and Art Garde where Curator, Anish Gawande speaks to dozens of businesses; design, and architecture, to understand how art is perceived in their respective fields and the place it holds in these industries where there is a strong overlap.

The discussion offers a brief yet insightful crash course in art appreciation, urging attendees to rethink traditional notions. ‘Art Intersections: Art in the Everyday’ is a unique opportunity to explore the intersectionality of art in business, design, and architecture through the lived experiences of these influential personalities.

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The exhibition, which is being held at the Mini Bavaria Motors Showroom in Pune on December 10, 2023, between 6 pm and 8 pm, aims to support artists and projects in the area of health, education, and community development. Proceeds from the event will go towards these causes, making it a unique platform that combines art and social responsibility.

Ravi Pittie, Director of Agni Solar Systems Pvt Ltd, praised the artists for their creativity and imagination in turning a difficult medium into a work of art. He believes that these art pieces would be perfect for corporate offices and industries as a reminder to use green energy for sustainable growth.

Secure Giving, the event-creation wing of Concern India Foundation, has organized a special viewing of the exhibition. Hyacinth D’Costa, Branch Manager of Secure Giving Pune, said that the organization has a wealth of experience in organizing high-quality, high-end events that serve as fundraising platforms for charities. She added that Secure Giving leverages its expertise and network to create, curate, and execute events for organizations based on their specific requirements and business goals.

Agni Solar Systems Pvt Ltd is a pioneering solar company that has been in the industry since 1993. The company’s vision is to develop the use of solar technologies to positively impact the lives of all sections of society and play its part in a greener future. The company is profit-driven but not at the cost of sustainable development.

Solar Canvas is a unique art exhibition that showcases creativity and sustainability. It is a platform that promotes social responsibility and supports artists and projects in health, education, and community development. The exhibition is a must-see for anyone interested in art, sustainability, and social responsibility.

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