Tholu Bommalata - The Puppeteers of Andhra Pradesh Article Tholu means leather in Telugu and bommalu means dolls. This form of art is believed to have originated in 200 BC during the rule of the Satavahana dynasty. Leather puppets... 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
Kalamkari and Mata ni Pachedi: Creating Sustainable and Ornamental Clothing Blog Whether it is the richly decorated Kalamkari paintings from Andhra Pradesh, or the folk art of Mata ni Pachedi, Hindus have always decorated their temples and shrines with narrative illustrations... By Khushi Daryani
The beautiful arts of Bihar - Manjusha, Tikuli & Madhubani Article Bihar has a rich historical past. Right from ancient history to the present century it was always a center of attention of historians. The craft of each state in India,... By Khushi Daryani
Folk and Tribal Dances of India Article India is known for its rich cultural heritage, from the magnificence of folk art to immaculate forms of dances celebrating diversity. The folk dances of India are much more than... By Khushi Daryani","Siya Prasad
Celebrating love with art through the ages Blog “Art and love are the same thing: It's the process of seeing yourself in things that are not you.” ~ Chuck Klosterman It's the season for celebrating love, or well... By Khushi Daryani
The Distinction and Delicacy of Indian Miniature Paintings Article Miniature paintings, as the name denotes are elegant and intricate handmade paintings smaller in size than most normal paintings. The rich history of these miniature artworks involves an exploration of... 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
Block Printing: The Rarity of Fabrics Made by Hand Article Block printing, also known as Woodblock printing, is an ancient art that emerged and was popular in East Asian countries with India being one of the largest producers in the... 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