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May 14, 2025

Ceramic Workshop with Kate Malone at Hampi Art Labs

Hampi, a land which resonates with varied cultures. A land which is the birthplace of Lord Hanuman, the ultimate symbol of truthfulness and worship..
April 9, 2025

Kagzi Pottery

Kagzi pottery from Alwar, Rajasthan, is often referred to as paper-thin pottery due to its extremely delicate and lightweight nature. The name Kagzi (meaning ‘paper-like’) reflects these unique characteristics. Artisans in the village of Ramgarh, located in the northeastern part of Alwar district, have been practicing this craft for generations.
March 11, 2025

Embracing the Spirit of Holi with Vrindavan Angels

-By Prof. Pampa Panwar, Professor, IICD, Jaipur. Vrindavan, a revered pilgrimage town in Uttar Pradesh, is one of the oldest cities on the banks of the Yamuna River, located about 14 kilometers north of Mathura. It holds deep significance in the Vaishnava tradition as a sacred place for devotees of Lord Krishna.
March 6, 2025

An Interaction with Mata Ni Pachedi: The Sacred Backdrop of Maa Durga and Artisan- Jayanti Bhai Chitara

The world of art is vast, diverse, and deeply rooted in culture and tradition. Among the many traditional art forms of India, “Mata Ni Pachedi” stands out as a unique and sacred textile art form from Gujarat.
February 19, 2025

Exploring the Rich Potential of Pastoral Wool at the Desi Oon Festival and Living Lively Exhibition, Bengaluru, India

Visiting the Desi On Festival and the Living Lively Exhibition at Bengaluru, organized by the Centre for Pastoralism, Sahajeevan & IGNCA was a fantastic and enriching experience.
February 19, 2025

The Changing Canvas of Phad: From Folklore to Modern Narratives

In November 2024, we went on a craft study trip with students from Indian Institute of Crafts & Design, exploring traditional arts & crafts of Rajasthan.
January 30, 2025

Intersection: Art, Craft & Design

-By Prof. Pampa Panwar, Professor, IICD, Jaipur. Craft involves hands and stories. Human hands with their agile fingers, deftly construe narratives woven through with feelings embodying
December 17, 2024

Crafting Through Crisis: The Impact of Climate Change on India’s Artisan Communities

Climate change refers to long-term shifts in temperatures and weather patterns, which can occur naturally due to factors such as changes in the sun’s activity or large volcanic eruptions
December 17, 2024

Craft as a Growth Engine for Viksit Bharat 2047

Viksit Bharat @2047 is India’s ambitious roadmap to becoming a developed nation by 2047, marking the centenary
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