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While Mumbai is rich in legacy institutions, its contemporary art scene is thriving thanks to a new wave of independent galleries. Spaces like TARQ, Chemould Prescott Road, and Gallery Maskara are spotlighting experimental art that breaks conventional boundaries.
TARQ, for instance, supports young artists working in photography, video, and mixed media. Located in Colaba, its exhibitions often explore themes like urban chaos, digital identity, and post-colonial memory.
Chemould Prescott Road, one of India’s oldest commercial galleries, has evolved with time. It now champions politically charged and avant-garde works that reflect current global and local tensions.
Meanwhile, pop-up galleries and apartment exhibitions are creating fresh opportunities for artists without institutional backing. These alternative venues are making art less intimidating and more immersive.
In a city of rapid change, these galleries offer a mirror, asking viewers to reflect on the shifting cultural tides of Mumbai.
