5 Contemporary Artists on the Books That Inspire Them
Mint Kolkata|January 02, 2025
Leading Indian artists such as Shilpa Gupta, Anju Dodiya and Thukral & Tagra share their favourite recent reads
Shaikh Ayaz

through busy streets, savouring meals in hidden restaurants, and soaking in the unique beauty of Japanese culture.

VIBHA GALHOTRA
Invisible Empire: The Natural History of Viruses by Pranay G. Lal
“This year (2024) began with me diving deeper into the relationship between humans and nature, exploring everything from academic papers to inspiring books. For my upcoming exhibition in April, in Mumbai, I’m focusing on solastalgia, a theme I began exploring in Silent Seasons (my last solo exhibition).

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