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Hand Press Clay Crafting
Discover with us the age-old art of West Bengal's doll-making tradition with our Hand Press Clay Crafting workshop. A hands-on session that will introduce you to the exquisite craft of creating 'Putuls'—traditional dolls that hold deep cultural and artistic significance. Explore the rich artistry of this craft while learning the hand-press clay technique, a method that involves shaping the clay to create intricate details and forms.
Date : Saturday, August 31th
Time: 2:30 pm- 4:30 pm
Venue : KNMA Noida
Age Group : 16+
Experience the tactile art of working with clay, mastering a technique to create a unique doll that tells a story inspired by the rich tradition of Putul Katha.
Workshop Highlights:
- Learn the traditional hand-press clay technique.
- Delve into the artistic history of West Bengal’s doll craft.
- Create a personalized clay doll
- Engage in a meaningful and artistic experience.
Join us for an art-filled workshop and learn about the distinctive clay craft.
About the Artist:
Nem Chand is a distinguished potter from Faridabad with extensive experience in clay artistry. His work reflects a profound mastery of traditional techniques and a personal touch, capturing the essence of his artistic vision and the rich heritage of the clay craft.
Azeez Cheez
Unveil the hidden magic in your cherished memories at our immersive two-day drawing and stitching workshop. Guided by the skilled artists from Rafooghar, you are expected to carry either one or two objects of significance to draw and embroider in the workshop. This workshop is more than just stitching; it's a journey through shared laughter, heartfelt stories, and meaningful connections.
Date : 31th August & 1st September
Time: 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Venue : KNMA, Saket
What You’ll Experience:
- Embroider a cherished object or memory into a stunning piece of art.
- Connect with others as you share stories and cultural insights.
- Discover how an object can leave a lasting impact on one's memory.
- Take home your unique, handmade embroidered artwork on cloth, and a deeper understanding of diverse cultural upbringings.
What to Bring:
- One or two significant objects from your house.
- An open heart and a readiness to share your stories.
Join us in stitching our lives together, one thread at a time. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to create, connect, and cherish.
About the facilitators:
The workshop will be facilitated by facilitators from Rafooghar - The House that mends, a community space in New Delhi where women, who live on the margins and have faced discrimination and social exclusion for years, gather and find space and time for sukoon (peace) and fursat (leisure). through the medium of stitching and textiles.
Traversing Landscapes
Join Shubhankar Chandere in an exploration of narrativity through the interplay of space and form using the medium of collage.
Artist in Me series
Date : 25th August 2024
Time: 11:00am – 2:00pm
Venue : KNMA, Saket
This immersive workshop invites participants to explore the fascinating interplay between form and space through the tactile medium of paper collage. Guided by the artist Shubhankar Chandere, you'll embark on a creative journey that stimulates imagination, develops a keen eye for visual storytelling, and fosters a deeper appreciation for art.
What You'll Gain:
- Develop a strong foundation in understanding form, color, and spatial relationships.
- Unleash your imagination and experiment with the expressive potential of paper collage.
- Learn to construct compelling stories through the arrangement of visual elements.
- Experience the tactile nature of art-making and its impact on creative process.
- Develop a deeper appreciation for the interplay of form and space in visual communication.
Whether you're a seasoned artist or a complete beginner, this workshop offers a transformative experience that will ignite your creativity and empower you to express yourself through art.
Artist Bio
Shubhankar Chandere lives and works in Pune, India. He has been practicing with paintings, collage making, and lens- based methods. He also includes photography and video documentation in his works along with writing field notes. The superiorities and inferiorities within urban and rural, and decoding the power structure are some prominent themes and characteristics of his works
He received his Bachelors of Fine Arts from Abhinav Kala Mahavidyalaya, Pune (Maharashtra 2018) and his MFA from Sarojini Naidu School of Fine Arts, University of Hyderabad (Telangana 2021). He also participated in the 4th Kochi-Muziris Students Biennale, Kochi (2021). He also has participated in our Sacred Space Artist Residency Program, Hyderabad (2021). He has been an artist in residence in Canary Project Space Pune (2023).
Paper Conservation Workshop
Join conservator Shreya Sharma in an engaging workshop as we delve into the fundamentals of paper conservation. Immerse yourself in an interactive session where you'll have the opportunity to participate in hands-on activities. Discover the art of repairing and stabilizing paper artworks through the application of diverse techniques and chemicals. Don't miss this chance to learn valuable skills in paper conservation!
About The Artist
Shreya Sharma holds a masters degree from the Delhi Institute of Heritage Research and Management.She has worked with the conservation department of various cultural organizations like National Gallery of Modern Art,Archaeological Survey of India and currently heads the Restoration department at Devi Art Foundation. She has delivered successful workshops for various national and international institutions and art fairs with an attempt to bridge the gap between museum and audience.
Shreya is also an oral Historian who documents experiences of partition survivors of 1947.She uses her academic and professional experience to advocate for a more diverse and inclusive cultural space. She has been invited by various international universities and organisations as a curator and speaker.
Date : 10th December 2023
Time: 11:00am – 1:00pm
Venue : KNMA, Noida
