Ancient art has survived vagaries of time; tradition is now facing modern challenges Pichuka Srinivas is fighting a lone battle to keep the authentic traditions of Kalamkari hand-block printing alive.
Discovering the artistic legacy of Sanganer's hand block printing, Sanganer is most renowned for its rich heritage in textile and handicraft industries. Have you heard of the Sanganeri hand block ...
Everyone has worn kurtas, dupattas or sarees with the iconic floral or geometric hand-prints from Rajasthan. But given the tough times that the crafts community of block printers is facing in the wake ...
Block printing has been crucial in shaping design culture in the country, be it Rajasthan’s Dabru prints or the work of Serampore artisans in Bengal. The heritage craft is currently witnessing a ...
In order to revive hand block printing and hand woven handloom, support and train more artisans, and in turn empower women, Aarti and Rohit Rusia founded ASHA in Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh.