Our collective of specialists.
Akhil Vadehra is an Artistic Director and Cultural Strategist with over 12 years of experience. He has used his expertise to curate and host art confluences, design large-scale artworks, and develop the Histare Group. With a dedication to detail and a diverse skill set, Akhil has become a prominent deep generalist in the art and culture industry, working with multinational companies and family offices around the globe.
Dr. Rikimi Madhukaillya has a professional practice of Art History, specializing in modern and contemporary Indian and European art, as well as cultural studies, with a minor in ancient and medieval Indian art, contemporary Assamese culture, and crafts of India. She is having 16 years of academic experience. Her training as researcher took place under the guidance of renowned Indian art professionals. In 2012, she was awarded a residency by ProHelvetia to research Swiss video art, which culminated with the curation of the video lounge at the Kochi Muziris Biennale and India Art Fair. Dr. Rikimi has also pursued work as a curator of contemporary art, collaborating with reputed Indian institutions such as the National Gallery of Modern Art in Delhi & Bengaluru. Dr. Rikimi is one of the founding partners of Histare.
Hrishikesh Baskaran holds an Msc. in Population and Development from the London School of Economics. His interests lie in the areas of Heritage, Tourism, and Sustainability. He was instrumental in helping the city of Hyderabad get selected as a UNESCO Creative City in 2019 in recognition of its rich culinary culture. Until recently, he was working at EY (Ernst & Young) as a GPS (Government and Public Services) Consultant. Having lived in 4 different countries across 3 continents his passion lies in understanding countries, societies, and cultures and bringing that knowledge to the Arts & Culture Space.
Arunima Sanyal is a graduate and post graduate of prestigious reputed Kala Bhavana of Visva Bharati, santiniketan. She has won several Scholarships and awards since 2000. She has exhibited her work extensively, like from Vadodara to Kolkata and from Delhi to Abu Dhabi. Her works are in collection of a limited handful art collectors globally. She works and lives in Delhi.
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Mr. Jitendra Thorat is a highly accomplished professional artist and academic, specialising in contemporary art, performing art and new media. He has 7 years of academic experience and has been showered with numerous awards, such as Bombay Art Society Maharashtra State Gold Medal, Governor's Award and Honourable Mention Award of Ministry of Culture Government of India. His art work has been showcased in 2015 at Kochi Biennale, History and Voyage Art Exhibition at National Gallery Modern Art Mumbai, and at various international and national galleries.
With his expertise in web development and his enthusiasm for technology, Nikhil Mehta has become a highly sought-after software engineer. He has worked on projects ranging from small startups to large enterprises, demonstrating his versatility and adaptability in various contexts. His enthusiasm for technology and continuous effort to learn new skills make him a valuable asset to any project.
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Diya Saini is an Artistic Designer with a keen interest in Traditional Indian crafts. Diya has committedly worked on diverse projects for multiple enterprises. She is passionate about conceptualising intricate art inspired by Indian design philosophy.
Noor Banu is a creative professional with a passion for painting and music. She is an avid learner and takes interest in brand communications and digital marketing. Her ability to juggle multiple tasks and her proactive spirit make her an asset to any team.
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