art and culture in Bangladesh

“Story of Art” brings Bangladesh’s artistic legacy to life

Dhaka Storytellers fosters creativity through curated exhibitions, such as the “Story of Art” showcasing Bangladesh’s diverse art scene. Proceeds support rural education, intertwining art with philanthropy, while celebrating prominent artists and inspiring young creatives.
16 February 2025, 07:59 AM

450-foot Bangla calligraphy transforms Banani's streets

Architect and artist Nazm Anwr created a 450-foot Bangla calligraphy installation in Banani, Dhaka, in two days, blending art, activism, and heritage to reconnect people with language and inspire reflection on public expression.
17 December 2024, 09:53 AM

Dhaka Makers 2023: A platform for artists to meet and exchange ideas

Dhaka has always been the cultural hub of this country. A diverse group of artists calls this metropolis their home, or their artistic work revolves around the city. In order to ensure a space for creative minds to develop and grow their brand, connect, and engage with fellow like-minded individuals and market their creations to interested clients, an event — Dhaka Makers 2023 — is scheduled to be arranged between 24 June and 27 June at Aloki, 211 Gulshan-Tejgaon Link Road.
5 June 2023, 11:41 AM

How to appreciate Bangladeshi arts

Art has the power to move us, inspire us, and give us a new perspective to things we normally wouldn't have. Whether you’re a long-time art enthusiast or someone who’s just starting to explore the world of art, there’s always something new and exciting to discover. In Bangladesh, there’s loads to look out for when it comes to art.
14 May 2023, 11:24 AM

Preserve our heritage sites for posterity

300-year-old temples in Bangladesh at risk of being lost to history
27 December 2022, 06:44 AM

‘meta moina:’ First Bangladeshi high fashion and art NFT digital space launched

The first of its kind Bangladeshi decentralized high fashion and art NFT digital space, ‘meta moina’ was launched during a ceremony at Bistro E Club Room in Dhaka recently. Bangladeshi Web 3.0 fashion label 1972ninteenseventytwo introduced this future shop concept as NFTs are increasingly becoming popular as a way to buy and sell digital artwork.
7 July 2022, 10:21 AM

‘Ora Egaro Jon:’ Augmented Reality infused art exhibition held at Dhaka Gallery

The third edition of Ora Egaro Jon, presented by Bangladesh Art Week, a voice of Bangladesh’s art industry that provides a platform for emerging and established artists to showcase their artwork in an international context, brought together internationally renowned and established Bangladeshi artists alongside invited younger artists. Bangladesh Art Week introduced A.R.E (Augmented Reality Exhibition), a collection of portable generative art showcasing the work of 11 female artists at Dhaka Gallery, a concept that brings together some of the best generative art in South Asia, offering a uniquely immersive art experience.
30 June 2022, 12:09 PM

Letters to the City: Art explores the complex relations of women and girls with their urban existence

With an aim to create substantial social change, Dhaka Memory and Mongol Deep Foundation organised ‘Letters to the city’, an exhibition combining art, architecture, and gender politics.
23 March 2022, 12:41 PM

Bipasha Hayat: Simply Abstract

Bipasha Hayat, a gifted artist who has explored different dimensions of arts and culture, speaks about her philosophy of life, her thoughts and her career in a recent interview with Rafi Hossain.
30 August 2019, 04:44 AM