Indo-Christianity: Artistic Encounters in Kerala Research Flanked by the picturesque beaches of the Arabian Sea on one side and the tropical forests of the Western Ghats on the other, it is indeed no surprise that Kerala... By Mehuli Mazumder
Chinese New Year- The Year of Ox Blog Chinese New Year, also called Lunar New Year is an annual 15-day festival in China and Chinese communities around the world that begins with the new moon that occurs sometime... By Ritansha Rampal
Pichwai Paintings- Incidents from Lord Krishna's Life Article The term Pichwai is a Hindi word, literally meaning “of behind “(pich-back and wai-of), a traditional art form practiced in Nathdwara, Rajasthan. The Pichwai is an intricate painting that depicts... By Khushi Daryani
The Art of Kantha Article The Sanskrit word kontha means ‘rags’. Kantha, a popular style of embroidery that comes from West Bengal, is a significant symbol that displays the skill and talent of the rural... By Khushi Daryani
Sujani as a Craft Article One of the many diverse art forms that lie relatively undiscovered in Bihar is the craft of Sujini or Sujani embroidery. Created with the simplest of stitches, with readily available... By Khushi Daryani
Applique Work: In India and Beyond Article Applique derives its roots from French culture and it means ‘something applied’ or a thing that has been applied. It is ornamental needlework done on pieces of fabric which are... By Khushi Daryani
Gond Art Residing in the Heart of India Article The word ‘Gond’ comes from the Dravidian expression ‘Kond’ which means ‘green mountain’. Gond painting is a famous folk art of the Gond tribal community of central India. It is... By Khushi Daryani
Mandana Paintings - binding together generations of women in Rajasthan Article Mandana Paintings - binding together generations of women in Rajasthan ~ Written By Khushi Daryani Mandana Paintings, one of the oldest forms of tribal art of India is predominantly... By Khushi Daryani
