India’s first ever Hotel Art Fair, Artix, opened its doors with immense enthusiasm, marking a revolutionary movement in the art and culture landscape of the country. Being inaugurated recently, this dynamic event captivated art and culture enthusiasts, the fair poised to be an exhilarating global gathering that celebrates art, culture, and aesthetics while serving as a platform for exquisite design collectables.
Hosted at the Taj Mahal Palace in New Delhi, Artix transformed the entire second floor, a set of forty-three rooms, into a mesmerizing interactive art district. Every room on this floor was converted into art salons and galleries, offering a captivating blend of Indian and international masterpieces, contemporary and modern art, sculptures, tapestry art, and a treasure trove of collectables.
Over 20 prestigious galleries participated that, included Dhoomimal Art Gallery, Cultivate Art, Anant Art Gallery, Art Pilgrim, Art Centrix, and Arushi Arts, alongside 10 solo shows including two international artists from the United States and three esteemed private collectors—Ms. Priya Paul, Mrs. Lekha Poddar, and Ms. Saloni Doshi—Artix in its debut season boasts of a stellar lineup of national and international artists and galleries.
Being spearheaded by a dynamic trio Malvika Poddar, Payal Kapoor, and Timsy Anand— Artix is committed to uniting a community of art lovers and collectors in an intimate setting. This pioneering fair also aims to embark on a journey as India’s first-ever traveling art fair, with upcoming destinations in Hyderabad, Bangalore, Mumbai, and Kolkata.