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In a New Avatar: Dhokra Art
Who would have imagined fusing Brass and Rock together would create something so beautiful. Presenting Rock Dhokra by Devrai Art Village. Brainchild of Mandakini Mathur, a filmmaker, teacher and social activist and Suresh Pungati, an art teacher and an award winning adivasi craftsman from the Madia tribe. Under their stewardship, three ‘Dhokra’ artists from the…
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Charting a Contemporary Course for Traditional Craft Forms
How does one contemporarize traditional crafts without compromising on their purity? Taking heritage arts and crafts off the walls and elaborate mediums, designers today are bringing some of these into our homes through unique products, making them more accessible to a larger, appreciative audience. Bidriware from Bidar, Karnataka Striking strokes of silver against a deep,…
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Indian Craft Meets International Design
The rich cultural heritage and exquisite craft forms of India have always been a source of inspiration for global fashion and international designers and the latest thing to add on to this list are the beautiful embroideries done at a workshop called ‘Aditiany’ in Kala Ghoda, Mumbai, India. Finding their way to the red carpets…
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Culture Connect: Initiating Children Into Handmade Crafts and Heritage Art
As the world of play for children continues to be infused with technology-driven stimuli, it has become imperative to introduce them to other unique and engaging forms of play and storytelling. With the repertoire of wonderful traditional and folk art forms of their country at our disposal, there is a wide array of mediums to…
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Art in the Everyday: The Re-Imagining of Folk and Tribal Art
“The aim of art is to represent not the outward appearance of things, but their inward significance.” – Aristotle For the folk artist, carrying on the traditions of his tribe, community and region is a way of life, a reflection of the history he is part of, and a token of his commitment to keep…
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Jaypore’s Vintage Playlist
The monsoon season rained on all your plans? Stay in and make the most of your peculiar urges of having a hot cup of tea & savory snacks beside the window sill, while listening to our vintage English & Hindi playlist that celebrates some of the most renowned musicians/bands of the past decades. The Beatles…
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6 Home Décor Trends of 2015
Are you thinking up ideas for a home makeover or adding a dash of color to your interiors? Cause we are too! Discover the home décor trends and styles of 2015 that will instantly revamp your living space and give it a modern, eclectic transformation. 1. Shades of blue There is something so soothing about…
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How To Care For Your Silver Jewelry…
The enduring beauty, magnetic allure and mystique charm of silver is what makes it ideal for creating exquisite pieces of jewelry. But owning unique pieces of beautiful silver jewelry is as essential as keeping them clean and untarnished. With this ultimate guide on how to well-maintain and take care of your silver jewelry, you can…
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Spiritual Self
Your surroundings reflect who you are and what you aspire to be! Uplift the look and feel of your home by creating a spiritual space within your house that will soothe your eyes and calm your soul. Indulge in a wide range of elegant décor pieces, rare collectibles, accessories, jewelry and books to match your…
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5 Perfect Father’s Day Gifting Ideas For Every Type of Dad
A compulsive reader, a disturb-me-not-on-a-Sunday-soul, a fashion conscious trend-setter, or a culinary expert… Whatever the type, this Father’s Day, we’ve put together a gifting guide that keeps you covered for any type of dad! The Raving Reader Dad Is your dad a book lover? Is a mug of coffee in one hand and a book…
Storytellers of Wonder 