Untitled (Deer and Bird); Nankushiya Shyam; Madhya Pradesh, India; 2011; Acrylic on canvas; 120.5 x 75 cm. Courtesy of Museum of Art & Photography (MAP), Bengaluru
What does Impart do? Founded in 2022, Impart is an online platform fostering greater engagement with South Asia’s art and cultural histories. We build inclusive and free resources for people to better access these histories, and believe that the story of art across the region should be presented in a comprehensive, inclusive, and nuanced way. Our verticals include an Encyclopedia of Art from South Asia, a suite of Learning Resources, editorial Perspectives from contributors within and beyond the region; and a variety of Special Projects focused on new research and formats.
Who is Impart for? Our work is for anyone interested in South Asian art and culture — students, educators, researchers, creative professionals, and learners at any stage.
What is Impart's relationship to MAP Academy? Impart was formerly called MAP Academy, which was first conceived in 2022 as a home for an encyclopedia and online courses on art from South Asia. We have since become a more dynamic and expansive platform. Our growing offerings, audiences, and partnerships have broadened how we think about our work. Impart is a newer and wider expression of our evolution.
What is Impart's relationship to the Museum of Art & Photography (MAP), Bengaluru, and the Art & Photography Foundation?
Impart is a unit of the Art & Photography Foundation, and a partner organisation to the Museum of Art & Photography — both founded by Abhishek Poddar. We share administrative resources and collaborate with MAP on a number of projects under the broader aegis of the Foundation.
Are your online courses free?
Yes. All our courses are free, online, and can be completed at your own pace.
How do I enroll in a course?
Simply sign up with your email. Once enrolled, you can track your progress, revisit lessons anytime, and download a certificate on completion.
How can I attend your live talks and workshops?
Upcoming events are listed on our website and social media. All sessions are free and open to all; you simply need to register with your email. Recordings of all online sessions are made available online.
Do you collaborate with artists, researchers, or institutions?
Yes. Collaboration is central to our work. We partner with museums, archives, artists, designers, and independent scholars to develop research and learning materials.
How can I connect with the Impart team?
You can reach us at [email protected] for queries about courses, events, or collaborations.
Can I reference content from the Impart website in my own work?
Yes. You may use our written content for personal, educational, and non-commercial purposes with proper credit. For commercial or extended reuse, please contact us at [email protected].
How should I credit Impart when using your content?
Please include “Courtesy Impart” along with the resource title and a link to the page. In the case of academic citations for Encyclopedia entries and Perspectives articles, please use the citation feature on the specific content page.
Can I reuse images from your website?
We do not own the copyright for most images, which we access through permissions from a range of institutions and practitioners. As many belong to museums, archives, or private collections, we do not permit republishing images from our site. Please check the credit line and contact the rights holder for reuse permissions.
Can I give feedback or report an error?
Yes, we welcome feedback. Please get in touch with us at [email protected].
