Bhavna Kakkar, who’s the pressure behind the Latitude 28 Artwork Gallery, and the Take On Artwork Journal, conceptualized and put collectively the primary version of TAKE Pop-Up, in partnership with Anubhav Nath of Ojas Arts. The pop-up was scheduled for the sixteenth and seventeenth of October, 2021 on the stunning 1AQ at Mehrauli.
The main focus of the pop-up was Design, Dwelling and Style and two days included stalls of a number of well-known manufacturers in addition to area of interest and boutique manufacturers showcasing distinctive ceramics, artwork collectibles, wearable artwork, jewelry, clothes, house decor, tableware, stationery, skincare, and equipment. Along with these, there have been additionally meals and beverage stalls together with espresso, pies, pizza, gelato and a number of other stalls serving Indian meals and likewise burgers.
Personally, I used to be excited to be a part of this pop-up for my artwork label KhaosPhilos. Whereas I’ve participated in one exhibit beforehand, TAKE can be the primary time I might be gaining publicity to an artwork business stalwart and their pals. Additionally, this was the primary bodily occasion that I participated in after the pandemic. ( Covid19 is now endemic – so it’s secure to say that the pandemic is over – for probably the most half. )
Some stalls had been outside and a few had been indoors. There was additionally a curated part the place Bhavna has rigorously chosen distinctive artwork and ceramic collectibles from numerous artists and displayed them.
Above are some pictures from the night of fifteenth October after I dropped by for a bit for the setup of the pop-up.
DAY ONE
Day One was sweltering! Who knew October could possibly be THIS sizzling. At any time when I obtained an opportunity, I used to be working into the indoors air-conditioning setup. Fortunately, the attractive, large Banyan tree protected a few of us from the worst of the warmth. It was a Saturday and a lot of the people I had invited had talked about that they’d be dropping in on Sunday.
DAY TWO
Everybody was excited for Day Two! It began of properly after which midway, the skies obtained tremendous darkish and it began POURING rain! To be trustworthy, it was a type of issues that occur in life that you’ll bear in mind perpetually. Somebody obtained a speaker and began enjoying music. Somebody put collectively a little bit of meals ( that was nonetheless dry ). Somebody even pulled out a bottle of Vodka and ice! Camaraderie at its best.
Since there was a sign of rain on the forecast, plastic sheets had been made obtainable for the skin stalls. And the venue was conscious the place water would gather probably the most they usually laid out mats to make sure individuals may nonetheless stroll.
A few of the pop-up specialists ( people who’ve been collaborating in pop-ups since I used to be a youngster ), informed me to hold on and that one by no means is aware of how issues change. Since I used to be tempted to simply wrap up and go house. So, I stayed and BOY had been they proper! The guests who confirmed up after rain had subsided ( and lots of confirmed up! ), had been there to buy and store they did. It was an unbelievable expertise for me.
Thanks for every thing Bhavna and Anubhav and hope to see you quickly! If this primary version was any indication of the ability of artwork stalwarts on this house ( regardless of the rain! ), I’m positively ALL IN for the second and ALL editions of the TAKE Pop-Up!
All in all, fully price it when it comes to a studying expertise for a n00b like me. Right here’s to many extra!
Sharing a couple of of the design creatives that the TAKE pop-up used to announce manufacturers and dates whereas selling the pop-up on social media.
