Art

Bhavm specialises in painting on bamboo surfaces, painting on terracotta tiles and jewelry, sarees, dupattas and even cotton indoor chappals. And all this work has a very special social impact as well

"Painting takes me to another world where I am as free as a bird,” says Judhaiya Baiga. She says this is her way of putting her village on the global map and keeping her traditions alive.

Using organic monochrome dyes, the Kerala artist creates stunning paintings on dried leaves that would otherwise go into trash! #IncredibleIndia #Rare

Charles spoke to me after a 16-hour long day, and not once during the conversation did his energy level dip. Passionate, determined, and outspoken, he talks about Bengaluru’s transition from a sleepy town to an IT hub.

From initiating ‘bhutayajna’ for ants and insects to preventing chicken pox, the strokes of Alpona have tied together the social fabric of Bengal for eons. #History #Heritage #PhotoStory

Last year, a well-reputed apparel brand’s claim of selling khadi clothing was challenged in the court. This #NationalHandloomDay, understand the different types of cotton better and avoid being cheated about the clothes you buy!

“Beauty is in everything, including waste. My mother inspired me to pursue this art when I was young, and I will do the same for the next generations. Although simple, this is too precious an art to die with time!

Pune's first bookbinding shop, an unusual hardware store that sells only nuts and bolts—the forgotten stories of such quaint shops now stay alive long after the shutters are pulled down, thanks to this talented duo!

“For far too long in Indian art, women have been depicted as goddesses or subordinates. In my artwork, I try to portray women as I see them around me," says the last of Kolkata's Patua painters.

Take a look at these vintage posters and experience India the way the rest of world opened its eyes to, almost a century ago.