Join us to celebrate Feast, Melody and Adornment, the first London exhibition dedicated to the historic art of Pichvai painting.
Pooja Singhal, Founder of Pichvai Tradition & Beyond, joins Katy Wickremesinghe, Founder of The Wick, to discuss the exhibition's significance, heritage arts today, and the role of women in cultural preservation.
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Pooja Singhal is the Founder of Pichvai Tradition & Beyond and RUH, known for her work in reviving India’s traditional arts. Raised in a family deeply rooted in heritage and craftsmanship, her early exposure to artisans and a mother who collected traditional art shaped her lifelong commitment to cultural preservation.
She holds a Bachelor's in Economics and an international MBA from KATZ, University of Pittsburgh, blending business strategy with a passion for the arts. While a silent shareholder in her fourth-generation family business—ranked among India’s top 100—Singhal has built an independent legacy in the cultural sector.
An active member of the Delhi Crafts Council, the Sahachari Foundation, FICA, and the India Art Fair’s Collectors Programme, she has created sustainable models for artistic revival. In 2018, she launched Tradition & Beyond Atelier to promote India’s rich art forms, including Pichwai and miniatures. Her philanthropic focus continues to bridge art, culture, and community impact.
Award-winning British Sri Lankan entrepreneur, Katy Wickremesinghe is Founder of The Wick & KTW, a content hub and consultancy that bridges the gap between art, business and culture by ‘connecting culturally curious’ audiences. Katy works with global brands, institutions and collectors to build cultural equity and broaden access to the art market. Through The Wick she creates expert content and creative solutions, making art and culture more inclusive and accessible. Committed to education and diversity, she serves as a Trustee of the Royal Academy of Arts, Yorkshire Sculpture Park and Dulwich Picture Gallery. She is also a regular commentator on the intersections of culture and commerce. In 2024, Katy was honoured at the House of Lords as one of the Top 50 Career & Professional Women in the UK for Business & Social Impact Start-ups by the international organisation Women in Management.