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The crises facing young artists in Bangladesh

It has become essential to understand that despite all the challenges we as a country collectively face, we must not forget those who elevate and preserve our culture and our language.

#Events / The Rebel Within You: Painting the memory of a movement

In commemoration of the July Uprising, on 29 July, 2025, The Daily Star hosted an art camp titled “The Rebel Within You,” inviting 11 young artists who lived through the chaos, fear, and fire of 2024’s student-led mass movement.

Art as a side hustle and the students who make it work

Running a business full-time is not feasible for most, but many students throughout the country have their own side hustles going.

#Perspective / Stars shine bright, but who’s keeping the lights on? Meet the unsung heroes of entertainment

The world of entertainment certainly looks alluring. But have you wondered about the people who work day and night to keep the magic alive? Here, stars easily garner the lion’s share of praise and visibility. However, the essential contributions of background artists frequently remain overlooked.

#Social Issues / Flood relief: When art speaks louder than words

In a heart-warming display of compassion, artists across Bangladesh are stepping forward, using their talents to support those affected by the floods.

#Women Empowerment / Bangladeshi female artists celebrate everyday heroines with inspiring mural

Located in Studio 6/6 in Mohammadpur, the mural project engaged an all-woman team and leadership, supported by male allies, to create a symbol of empowerment and solidarity.

#Perspective / Are AI art generators really worth it?

AI has come a long way. ChatGPT was recently in the spotlight and amongst heated discussions. Side by side, we now have AI art generators.

#Arts / Creative people, all under one roof

Get ready to meet the creative virtuosos behind the hyped Dhaka Makers event. They are a thoughtful group of artists and doers, inspired to encourage, foster and promote the creative community. Don’t miss out on the chance to meet the visionaries, the innovators, and the artistic trailblazers who are redefining the art scene through their hard work and dedication behind Dhaka Makers.

Professing criticism: On Naeem Mohaiemen's new book of essays

Although the book is written in English, he has plenty of doubt to dispense about the language, its usefulness, acceptance, and communicability when it comes to writing and creating art in Bangladesh.

August 17, 2025
August 17, 2025

The crises facing young artists in Bangladesh

It has become essential to understand that despite all the challenges we as a country collectively face, we must not forget those who elevate and preserve our culture and our language.

August 3, 2025
August 3, 2025

The Rebel Within You: Painting the memory of a movement

In commemoration of the July Uprising, on 29 July, 2025, The Daily Star hosted an art camp titled “The Rebel Within You,” inviting 11 young artists who lived through the chaos, fear, and fire of 2024’s student-led mass movement.

April 10, 2025
April 10, 2025

Art as a side hustle and the students who make it work

Running a business full-time is not feasible for most, but many students throughout the country have their own side hustles going.

September 7, 2024
September 7, 2024

Stars shine bright, but who’s keeping the lights on? Meet the unsung heroes of entertainment

The world of entertainment certainly looks alluring. But have you wondered about the people who work day and night to keep the magic alive? Here, stars easily garner the lion’s share of praise and visibility. However, the essential contributions of background artists frequently remain overlooked.

August 25, 2024
August 25, 2024

Flood relief: When art speaks louder than words

In a heart-warming display of compassion, artists across Bangladesh are stepping forward, using their talents to support those affected by the floods.

April 3, 2024
April 3, 2024

Bangladeshi female artists celebrate everyday heroines with inspiring mural

Located in Studio 6/6 in Mohammadpur, the mural project engaged an all-woman team and leadership, supported by male allies, to create a symbol of empowerment and solidarity.

September 2, 2023
September 2, 2023

Are AI art generators really worth it?

AI has come a long way. ChatGPT was recently in the spotlight and amongst heated discussions. Side by side, we now have AI art generators.

June 11, 2023
June 11, 2023

Creative people, all under one roof

Get ready to meet the creative virtuosos behind the hyped Dhaka Makers event. They are a thoughtful group of artists and doers, inspired to encourage, foster and promote the creative community. Don’t miss out on the chance to meet the visionaries, the innovators, and the artistic trailblazers who are redefining the art scene through their hard work and dedication behind Dhaka Makers.

June 8, 2023
June 8, 2023

Professing criticism: On Naeem Mohaiemen's new book of essays

Although the book is written in English, he has plenty of doubt to dispense about the language, its usefulness, acceptance, and communicability when it comes to writing and creating art in Bangladesh.

June 5, 2023
June 5, 2023

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.