Rohit Kale

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About Rohit Kale

Embarking on a transformative journey, Rohit pursued an MFA at NTU in the UK from 2018 to 2020. This academic pursuit acted as a catalyst, instigating profound updates to his artistic practices and methodologies. Throughout his course of study, he embraced a research-based approach, a paradigm that now defines his identity as an emerging contemporary artist and writer.Presently, his creative endeavours culminate in his participation in the renowned Terrain Art Wave 2023, an esteemed online exhibition hosted on the Terrain.Art Website. Noteworthy among his accomplishments is his selection for the highly coveted 'Belgadia Palace X BEADS Residency Programme' in Bhuvneshwar, Odisha. Further contributing to his artistic trajectory was the curation and active participation in the exhibition titled 'Representing Phenomena' at the esteemed Nippon Gallery in Mumbai. To complement his creative pursuits, he has ventured into the realm of critical writing. His debut article entitled "Creating Spaces" found a platform in the online art magazine,"Art Blogazine," enhancing his voice as a writer and critical thinker within the art world.Rohit held the position of "Event Associate" at APRE ART HOUSE in Mumbai. During tenure, he actively participated in the planning and execution of events and workshops. He collaborated closely with vendors, artists, and clients to ensure the seamless management of event logistics. He was responsible for creating and maintaining event schedules and timelines. He took charge of coordinating marketing efforts to enhance event visibility through various channels, expanding the audience reach. He took great pride in delivering memorable experiences to all attendees and efficiently resolving event-related issues. Rohit was an associate art researcher at the startup - Rooftop App. Assisting senior colleagues, he contributed to the creation of masterfully curated and well-researched courses that enrich the app's user experience. His responsibilities included conducting comprehensive research on Indian folk and tribal art forms, yielding invaluable insights and experiences. Preceding this role, he gained substantial experience working as a gallery assistant at Galerie Mirchandani + Steinruecke in Mumbai. He had to perform multidisciplinary tasks on a day-to-day basis associated with the gallery’s director; He was also responsible for handling the gallery's archive and archiving according to the gallery director's perspective. This opportunity to see the behind-the-scenes of the show set up in a professional gallery environment.