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Evaluates two exhibitions in New York that celebrated the 50th anniversary of the independence of India. `Indian Court Painting: 16th-19th Century,' by the Metropolitan Museum of Art; `Gods, Kings and Tigers: The Art of Kotah,' by the Asia Society.

Reflects on the purpose of the New York Earth Room. Aim of Walter de Maria's installation to honor the celebration of Earth Day in 1990; Design of the exhibit to display approximately 250 cubic yards of barren earth on a loft in Soho; Absence of any lectures or forums to guide visitors as to the purpose of de Maria's conceptual art; Citation of the therapeutic and calming effect of the exhibit on the visitors.

Highlights the exhibition of the architectural design of Zaha Hadid at the Artists Space in Soho, New York, held as of July 2003. Background on the architectural style of Zaha Hadid; Description of designs displayed at the Artists Space.

Evaluates the art exhibition called 'American Bricolage,' at Sperone Westwater Gallery in New York City. Painted-wood pie chart of Greg Colson; Series of works revolving around the idea of containment; Nomination of Alexander Calder as the granddaddy of American bricolage.

Focuses on the exhibition, entitled 'Human Furrier,' featuring Argentinean artist Nicola Constantino's synthetic human-skin creations at the Deitch Projects in New York City. Materials used; Design of the exhibition to imitate the appearance of human skin; Prices for Constantino's items featured in the exhibition.