Wednesday, 21st January 2026: London-based arts non-profit The Arts Family (TAF) will mark its continued presence at India Art Fair 2026 with a curated presentation in the fair’s Institutional Section. The showcase will feature award-winning contemporary artists from the latest edition of the TAF Emerging Artist Award – South Asia 2025.
Platform Supporting South Asian Contemporary Voices
TAF has rapidly established itself as a platform committed to supporting emerging and mid-career contemporary artists and art professionals from South Asia. Through its flagship Emerging Artist Award, alongside talks, exhibitions, and residencies, the organisation fosters international exposure, critical dialogue, and long-term professional development for artists working across the region.
Award-Winning Artists at India Art Fair 2026
At India Art Fair 2026, TAF will present works by the winners of the TAF Emerging Artist Award – South Asia 2025. The participating artists include Deena Pindoria (1st winner), Ritika Sharma (2nd winner), Akshay Bhoan (2nd winner), Mohit Shelare (3rd winner), and Deshna Shah (Special Mention).
Spotlight on Deena Pindoria and Deshna Shah
Among the featured artists is Deena Pindoria, a textile-based artist from Kutch and the first winner of the TAF Award 2025. Also included is Deshna Shah (UK), recipient of the Young Artist Award, who will go on to present a solo exhibition at Nature Morte in April 2026. The presentation underscores TAF’s commitment to providing institutional visibility and sustained professional opportunities for artists.
International Jury and Founder’s Perspective
The selected artists were chosen by an international jury from nearly 1,000 submissions. Speaking about TAF’s participation, Neha Jaiswal, Founder of The Arts Family, noted that the organisation is delighted to return to India Art Fair and continue building international visibility for South Asian artists through meaningful connections and long-term support structures.
Institutional Presence at NSIC Grounds
India Art Fair 2026 will take place from 5th to 8th February 2026 at the NSIC Exhibition Grounds, New Delhi. TAF’s presentation will be located at Booth M-04 within the Institutional Section, offering fair visitors insight into some of the most promising contemporary practices emerging from South Asia.
Exhibition Details
| Aspects | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | India Art Fair 2026 |
| Organisation | The Arts Family (TAF) |
| Section | Institutional Section |
| Dates | 5th – 8th February, 2026 |
| Venue | NSIC Exhibition Grounds, New Delhi |
| Booth | M-04 |
Takeaway
With its return to India Art Fair 2026, The Arts Family continues to strengthen its role as a key supporter of South Asian contemporary art. By presenting award-winning artists within an institutional framework, TAF reinforces its mission of fostering visibility, dialogue, and long-term growth for emerging voices on an international stage.
