The International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) awards Adele its global artist of the year prize in recognition of her "simply phenomenal" success.

Street artist is probably not the first word to come to mind when thinking of Grace Brett.

Singer Madonna has compared herself to painter Picasso, saying she sees similarities between herself and the late artist.

Indian artist Nek Chand who created a famous garden of sculptures in the northern city of Chandigarh has died, aged 90.

Pioneer of Bangladesh’s modern sculpture as well as the forerunner of contemporary women emancipation in the country, Novera Ahmed is a name that has worn away in seclusion.

People often say they don't understand what an artist depicts. Internationally-acclaimed artist Monirul Islam says art, aesthetics and

Quazi Krishnokoli Islam, aka Krishnokoli is a renowned singer-songwriter. Born and raised in Khulna, her mother inspired her to join the world of music. Trained by Shadhon Ghosh (Rabindra Sangeet) and Basudeb Biswas (classical music), Krishnokoli believes that fame has its positives and negatives.

Indian artist Nalini Malani has pushed the frontiers of contemporary art. Known for her outspoken feminism, fascination with mythology and history that find resonance in her work, she is equally hailed as one of the pioneers of newer art forms like installations, video art and shadow play.