Kantha – the embroidered threads of Bengal Article Kantha embroidery draws our attention to the resourcefulness of our women in the past, their sustainable way of living, and the socio-cultural life. The rural women reused the pieces of... By Misha Jaswal
Phulkari – the embroidery tradition from Punjab Article Phulkari – the embroidery tradition from Punjab The entire textile tradition of Punjab revolves around Phulkari, but Phulkari is not just a textile, it is an umbrella term used for... By Misha Jaswal
The meditative art of Thangka Article The Tibetan Thangka painting finds its roots from the folk arts of pata and mandala. Even with its Indian base, it reached its zenith under the Nepalese and the Chinese... By Misha Jaswal
FLOOR PAINTINGS OF INDIA Article The art of floor paintings has developed over the centuries with changes in the availability of materials and various influences in the art. In India, every important festival has rituals... By Misha Jaswal
A conversation with Nirali Kartik from Maati Baani Interview “ What India is made of, is in its folk music. It has such deep mystery and the music is magical!” With International Women's day this month, we had conversations with some... By Yosha Gupta
Madhubani Art: History, Themes and Characteristics Article Painting is a mode of expression for human thought. In the Indian context, art emerged when homo sapiens painted on mud surface through twigs, fingers or bone points which could... By Misha Jaswal
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