“I have learned that each and every piece of cloth embodies the spirit, skill, and personal history of an individual weaver. . . .” – Nilda Callanaupa Alvarez There are several forms of painting and textile that have made their way to a point nearing-extinction. Mithila and Rogan painting, Parsi and Toda embroidery are endangered along with other art forms […]
“A work of art is a world in itself reflecting the senses and emotions of the artist’s world.” – Hand Hofmann The handicraft sector is the second-largest industry that provides employment and concurrently livelihood opportunities in rural India, after agriculture. It is also the largest decentralized and unorganised sector in the world. India is home to various forms of handicrafts, […]
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” – Nelson Mandela. Humanity faces many sustainability challenges between people and the environment. Human behaviour, although not intentionally malicious but is recognised as the root cause of most sustainability challenges. Choices made individually and collectively can increase environmental, economic and social problems. Therefore, addressing pressing sustainability […]
“The aim of art is not to represent the outward appearance of things, but their inwardsignificance.” –Aristotle India is a diverse country with each region containing an art form that it calls its own. At thesame time, various artforms originate from one region. This is induced due to the diverse socialand linguistic groups born on this land. Every art form […]