Indonesian artist Ghidaq Al-Nizar spoke to Sip of Culture and shared his story via email. The artist spoke about his inspirations, the materials he uses, his favourite projects, and what continues to inspire him: Q. How did you first get … Continue reading Full interview with Ghidaq Al-Nizar
The times we live in are difficult, frightening and uncertain. We watch the news religiously, waiting to find out what freedom will be taken away from us tomorrow. Do we need to wear masks outdoors or just indoors? Do we … Continue reading How has the pandemic impacted the publishing industry?
While you may think that the smile is a universal expression used to convey kindness and happiness, it is actually perceived differently depending on one’s culture. So, which countries and cultures frown upon smiling and why is this simple expression … Continue reading What does smiling mean in different cultures?
In the past 22 years of my life, I have (on countless occasions) experienced the confusion and discomfort which can arise as a result of intercultural communication. For the first six years of my life, my family and I lived … Continue reading Intercultural communication is confusing, awkward – and hilarious.
Juno Calypso is a London based artist and photographer who explores the themes of femininity, solitude and desire. While studying at the London College of Communication LCC, Calypso began photographing herself disguised as her alter ego Joyce. Since then, the … Continue reading Juno Calypso’s self-portraits explore the laboured construct of femininity
For many centuries, the Western world has dominated the world of arts and culture. For this reason, the Saudi Arabian artist Abdulnasser Gharem who is currently the highest-selling living Gulf artist can be seen as a breath of fresh air. … Continue reading Abdulnasser Gharem: the highest-selling living Gulf artist
All countries and cultures have age-old, unusual traditions. In Bulgaria, one of the strangest and most mystical traditions is that of the Kukeri. This annual ritual takes place in January, dates back thousands of years, and is meant to chase … Continue reading Bulgarian Kukeri: Chasing away evil spirits
The British have always been known for their love of tea. In fact, when you visit souvenir shops in the UK, you will find that a large part of souvenirs are actually teas; more specifically, you will find large quantities … Continue reading Is the UK experiencing a cultural shift?
Where did the time go?When did we all grow? We are different in every way,You the night and I the day. We do not share a birthplace.We do not share a race.Some of us believe in God.Some of us have … Continue reading Poem: International Friendships
There has been extensive research on language and how it influences the way people think. It has been found that much like other elements of culture, language has a great impact on the way a person sees and interprets things … Continue reading Research suggests that bilinguals may have two personalities
Repatriation refers to an expatriate’s return to their home country. While most people have heard of the culture shock which accompanies moving to a new country, the reverse culture shock is rarely spoken of. The psychological, emotional and cultural aspects … Continue reading Repatriation: What is reverse culture shock?
The way we interpret culture depends on the way we experience it and our level of exposure to it. This means that you would perceive someone’s culture in a different way depending on whether you live with them or if … Continue reading The Dynamics of Intercultural Communal Living
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