Block printing in the subcontinent originally has its roots in the Indus Valley civilisation, where the famous Sindhi ajrak was also handcrafted and dyed. While the essence of this technique is over ...

With everything from Japanese prayer scrolls printed in 764 to a rare 1906 Brücke Manifesto to Alison Saar’s woodcuts, the ...

African block printing is a traditional art form that adds a unique touch to homeware. The technique involves using carved ...

A tiny town known for the exquisite Kalamkari style of textile printing - which earned it a GI tag - may be losing its sheen, thanks to a spurt in the use of modern and chemical methods that threaten ...

Woodblock printing is a quintessential example of art transcending history and border throughout the South Asian subcontinent. It originated in China, and remained to be the most non-communal method ...

While working on her doctorate in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at UC Davis, Megna Hari spends her free time creating block printed cards inspired by iconic UC Davis landmarks. “I have always ...

These are the days of graphic emblazoned t-shirts and digital printed dresses. And yet, uniqueness continues to reign in the fashion spectrum. The heritage craft of creating designs on fabric using ...

African woodblock printing is an ancient art form used for centuries to create beautiful textiles. The technique involves ...

The ancient tradition of Indian block printing has survived through the centuries because of the beauty, detail and colour of the handmade fabrics. Created using hand-carved wooden blocks, dipped in ...

Charmingly situated in a restored haveli, the Anokhi Museum is the perfect introduction to Jaipur’s textile industry. Information boards are concise and excellently written, and the clothing on ...