12/12/2024
🎨Artistic Journey at Dastkari Haat: A Cultural Celebration! 🌈
This is my third year exploring the magical world of Dastkari Haat exhibition at Dutch Palace, Pune - and this time, I went with my Boho Girl Tribe , all dressed in stunning purple! 💜
What makes this exhibition truly special? It’s a vibrant canvas showcasing India’s rich artistic heritage!
Unexpected Treasure: I discovered an absolute gem of a book - “Inspirations for Graphic Design from India” - a visual feast that beautifully captures the depth and diversity of Indian graphic design traditions. This book is a must-have for design enthusiasts, offering a deep dive into the rich visual vocabulary of Indian art and design.
🖌Highlights of the Exhibition:
Over 100 stalls celebrating tribal and traditional art forms
Workshops diving deep into cultural crafts like Madhubani, Gond, Surpur, and Phad paintings
A special focus on Surpur art - a mesmerizing folk art form from a small Karnataka town, typically created using waterproof micron pens
Treasures from Across India:
Rajasthan’s luxurious Pattu woolen fabrics
Intricate Mirzapur rugs from Uttar Pradesh
Delicate Willow Wicker Craft from Jammu and Kashmir
Robust iron crafts from Chhattisgarh
Natural dye weaving from Gujarat
Exquisite Kantha embroidery from West Bengal
A true paradise for art lovers, where every stall tells a unique story of India’s incredible craftsmanship! 👑🎊
