Archive · 26 Jul 2025
MAP Unveils Exhibition on Artist Ram Kumar and Airport Displays
Imagine a museum in India that's showing off the art and writings of a famous artist named Ram Kumar!
The museum, called MAP, is letting people see his paintings and read his letters to understand his thoughts.
Some of his art doesn't have names, so you can think about what they mean to you.
The museum also teamed up with the Bengaluru airport to show art to travelers, making art a part of everyday life.
The Museum of Art and Photography (MAP) in Bengaluru launched a new exhibit featuring the works and writings of artist Ram Kumar.
The exhibition, 'Shape of a Thought: Letters from Ram Kumar,' includes untitled art pieces and excerpts from his letters.
The exhibit also features works by other artists, including Bhuri Bai at the Bengaluru airport terminals.
MAP is collaborating with Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) to bring art to travelers via digital and physical displays.
The goal is to make art more accessible and integrate it into people's daily lives.
- Who
- The Museum of Art and Photography (MAP) and the artist Ram Kumar.
- What
- A new exhibition showcasing the works of Ram Kumar and collaboration with BIAL at the airport terminals.
- When
- The exhibition opened on Saturday.
- Where
- At the Museum of Art and Photography in Bengaluru and the Bengaluru airport terminals.
- Why
- To make art accessible and integrate it into the daily experiences of people.
- Exhibition Name
- Shape of a Thought: Letters from Ram Kumar
- Artist
- Ram Kumar
- Museum
- Museum of Art and Photography (MAP)
- Location
- Bengaluru
- Collaborator
- Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL)
- Additional artist
- Bhuri Bai