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Bio

Khushboo Jain is an independent curator with a deep-rooted passion for history, art and the decolonisation of artistic narratives. Her exhibitions serve as a platform to explore themes like politics, socio-economic landscapes, and the integration of Indian traditions into contemporary discourse, with a particular interest in the historical and cultural exchanges along the Silk Road. In addition, Khushboo is a writer and researcher who delves into subjects ranging from art, culture, design, and food history. Khushboo’s background in geopolitical analysis and gemstone trading further adds a global dimension to her curatorial vision. Passionate and reflective, Khushboo fosters meaningful engagement, shaping cultural discourse with creativity and insight.

Research Areas

 

Indo-Persian Miniatures

Himalayan Art

Tibetan Art

Chinese Art

Contemporary Art

Silk-Road-Belt

Geopolitics of MENA & Asia 

Art and Design

Vernacular Architecture

Curatorial Projects/

Selected

January, 2025                         Land That Lives Through Us /                                               

                                                Art & Charlie

October, 2024                        Musawwari/

                                                Ojas Art Gallery

March 2024                            Off Margins/

                                                Art & Charlie

2023                                        Memory of Future     

                                                Art Basel, HK x The Plated Project

Upcoming Exhibitions /
Projects

 

August 2025                          Due to be declared /       
                                               DCAW

September, 2025                  Due to be declared /

                                               Ojas Art Gallery

November 2025                    Due to be declared /

                                               Art Incept

November 2025                    Due to be declared /

                                               TBD

December 2025                    Due to be declared /

                                               Latitude 28

TBD, 2026                              Due to be declared /

                                               Threshold Art Gallery

Education /
Key Projects

2017-2020                 ST. XAVIER'S COLLEGE, MUMBAI
                                  Bachelor's in Arts, History (Distinction)

2019-2020                 HERAS INSTITUTE, MUMBAI

                                  Diploma, Art History

2018-2019                 HERITAGE RESTORATION PROJECT


 

2017                          WORLD ART FORTRESS, CREATIVE DIRECTOR

The project involves mapping the forgotten heritage site, in the Mumbai region, to trace their significance, and  further develop these sites into tourist attractions and operational for business models.

Established an online art magazine focusing on emerging student artists. As part of the role, evaluated and contributed to creative team ideas and translated them into actionable project plans and successful outreach.

Work Experience/

History 

2020-2023                               Geopolitical Research Analyst/

                                                Max Security LTD

Research Analyst within the Intelligence Department dedicated to the Middle East and North Africa.
Implementing the integration of on-ground operations and intelligence.
Confirmed the accuracy of reports and aided in improving their quality through editing and proofreading.

Evaluated and contributed to team ideas and translated them into actionable project plans. 
Analytical Research & Writing within the Intelligence Team’s Department focusing on tactical reporting.

Competencies /
Experiences

 

ART MANAGEMENT
Project coordination, communication, logistics, sales, administration, contracts, consignments​

ART ARCHIVES / DATABASES
Research, artwork inventory, database management and maintainance, MuseumPlus, EasyDB

PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Research, conception, fundraising, organisition & realization, art education, documentation

PUBLIC RELATIONS
Communication, publications, translations, articles, press releases and advertisements​

ART FAIRS / SALES
Applications, planning, logistics, installation, communication, negotiations

Press Features/

Coverages

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