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Dusty moon. India 2023.

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Kochi Bienalle, 2023

I always look forward to visiting Kochi Bienalle because my art consumption is usually not much, and it just feels good to take time off to walk around and look at art for a few days at a stretch. However, the Bienalle this time felt a little timid when it came to seeing installation art and video work. Video work is anyway a difficult space to be in as a spectator because a chunk of the work requires you to have plenty of time and dedication to engage with. But on the other hand, the artist too at times falls short of checking their boundaries of self-indulgence and aims away from what makes art effective. What makes an art piece effective? The answer definitely doesn't lie in the verbose artist statements for me. I find them difficult to read, and by the end of the very first paragraph, you start skipping words and jump onto the floating mammoth issues of gender, caste, consciousness, etc. I am not against art being an inquiry into the larger issues, but the art itself needs to have some gateways of open spaces where the audience can find some rope for grasping at interpretations. If the art is obscure (I understand that art is subjective), then it becomes a tough glass to see through. I have been mulling over this thought of creating a checklist on what makes art effective?

01. Scale is a big agent in playing with altering perspective. It tries to question how you are looking at a subject, and it feels like a good starting point to let the reader/spectator/ audience walk into what the art is about.

02. Let the art borrow something from the shared understanding and knowledge of the commoners. If all your metaphors are too close to your own, then there is no doorway for others to enter it.

03. This is a rule I try to follow personally for illustration or any idea for that matter, but I don't see why it can't be applied to Art too. Try not to layer too many thoughts/metaphors/ideas in one single piece. The art then becomes a raw, watered-down attempt where you are grasping for too many meanings and not holding onto a single one.

04. It's okay for art to be an enquiry of the medium and not have a larger problem to address. Sometimes you are just intrigued by the play of the medium itself and any other imposition of a question feels like a burden.

05. Write simply and effectively what your piece is about as an artist. Stick to a single or at most two paragraphs. The larger bodies of text can be looked at later in a booklet if somebody is eager to know more. To see three or four paragraphs of text for every single piece becomes tiring for the reader.

06. It could have been a book. Not every piece is meant to be an exhibit. A research project output has to go through translations where it's not occupying exhibition space as just raw material. It needs to be synthesised and then put together in a way that lets the spectator grasp the larger picture first before jumping into the micro details.

07. Lastly, engaging with so much art in a short span is not a doable feat. Maybe it's a futile attempt to alter anything when the audience in general is quick to move on from one piece to the other. But the question still arises and is worth pondering over as to what is then an effective display of an art piece when put together with so many other pieces.

I am a nobody in the art world and I am pretty sure art connoisseur will roll their eyes if they ever read this. But I genuinely feel that maybe it's worth understanding whether an art exhibition is purely for the artist or it's for the spectator too.

I chanced upon a few exhibitions happening outside the umbrella of the Bienalle, and some of the work actually felt honest and a genuine attempt because it spoke to you directly without being verbose.

I took plenty of photos on my phone too as a goofy attempt to spot peculiarities found in the bylanes of Fort Kochi. Dumping it here as reference material for the future.

Not everything can be written off about the Bienalle though. I found the photography work quite strong this time around, maybe because I am being more observant of the craft and what makes a photo good. The work of photographers I really appreciated this Bienalle were - Shahidul Alam, Madiha Aijaz, Palani Kumar, Paribartana Mohanty, Nishad Ummer, and Ishan Tankha.

I was relatively new to photography and experimentation, in those days, meant special effects, filters, darkroom tricks. There was something more substantial though. In trying to use black and white infra red film, I learnt an important skill. The ability to pre-visualise. Quite apart from the fact that I used an opaque filter to take this photograph and couldn't see through the shutter as I pressed it. The image that I wanted to create was very different from the scene that was in front of my lens. I was learning to see as my camera and film see. I called the picture, which I'd taken in Kew Garden in London, the 'Floating Forest' and it has stayed one of my favourite images. Shortly afterwards many of the trees in Kew Garden were felled by a massive storm.

The work of Amol K Patil resonated strongly with how close it went to show the spirit of angst and rebellion through clever tweaks of the medium.

Here's just an assorted dump (alas, the tumblr image limit) of photos of exhibits I really found appealing.

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// fort kochi waters, kerala 2023 //

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Dilapidated Kerala...1 by Kim Haddon Via Flickr: I jumped into a Tuk Tuk for a few hours to try and find some derelict buildings in Fort Kochi and these didn't disappoint. I love the colours...

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What is special about Fort Kochi?

Make the most of your Fort Kochi stay with a stay at CozyNest Homestay. Unwind in the comfort of a charming abode, surrounded by the unique blend of colonial history and coastal beauty.

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Kochi, usually referred to as Cochin, is a city in the coastal state of Kerala in southwest India. Since 1341, the harbor flood enabled trade, serving as a port. Fort Kochi, with colonial homes and diverse worship buildings, reflects influences. Kochi's signature cantilevered Chinese fishing nets have been in use for generations.

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Kochi: Best Backpacker Hostel

Kochi is a captivating coastal city in the southern state of Kerala, where a backpacker hostel stay promises an enchanting experience immersed in rich culture, historic charm, and the alluring essence of the Arabian Sea.

The Hosteller Kochi is a vibrant haven that perfectly blends modern comfort with traditional elements. Each dormitory or private room is designed to offer a cosy retreat, adorned with local artwork and colourful fabrics that reflect the city's vibrant heritage.

As you venture into the common areas, you'll find fellow travellers gathering to share tales of adventure and laughter. Engage in animated conversations, exchange travel tips, or simply relax in the cosy lounge, where the rhythmic sounds of nearby waterways create a soothing backdrop.

Embrace the beauty of Kochi as you step out of the hostel's doors. Explore the historic Fort Kochi neighbourhood, the iconic Chinese Fishing Nets and indulge your taste buds in the culinary delights of Kochi. 

A hostel stay in Kochi is not just about finding affordable accommodation; it's an immersive journey into the heart and soul of this coastal city. It's an opportunity to connect with diverse cultures, explore centuries-old traditions, and create memories that will linger in your heart long after you bid farewell to this extraordinary destination.

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Peeling. Fort Kochi, India 2023.

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Kochi gets its first Aerial Yoga studio

An aerial yoga class in progress at Loving Earth Yoga and Wellness Studio in Fort Kochi  I make my way to Bree Mcilroy’s Loving Earth Yoga and Wellness Studio in Fort Kochi to explore Aerial Yoga. The New Zealander has recently added this Americanized version of calisthenics to the different Yoga versions she offers.  Aerial Yoga combines Pilates, dance and Yoga. Earlier Bree had introduced…

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// Me in a space = A space in Me by Kripa Tuladhar, Fort Kochi, 2022

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// this hand-sewn installation uses pojagi, a korean quilting technique, to recreate the artist's room during the pandemic. Like in pojagi, the artist joins the fragmented pieces as she recalls the memories portrayed on her walls. //

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Dilapidated Kerala...2 by Kim Haddon Via Flickr: I jumped into a Tuk Tuk for a few hours to try and find some derelict buildings in Fort Kochi and these didn't disappoint. I love the colours...

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Fort Kochi & Kochi City 🛺 Getting in and out of the city https://www.sandspice.com/fort-kochi-india/ It is quite a journey to the center of Fort Kochi. In India, you don’t drive on the left of the road, you drive on what is left of the road. #India #Hotels #Fort #Kochi