KACHNAR
Course: Surface Design
Guided by: Meera Naidu
Duration: 1 Nov – 12 Nov 2022
Brief :
This project aims to establish a basic proficiency in surface design techniques, specifically focusing on pattern repeats like straight, half drop, and scaling. It also seeks to explore traditional motifs such as bel, boota, and jaal, examining their cultural significance, strategic placement, and market relevance.
INSPIRATION
पाँच गुलाबी पंख लिए, उड़ चली हर गली,
डाल-डाल, पात-पात, बिखरी जैसे कली।
हर सुबह और शाम, तेरी गुलाबी सौगात,
प्रकृति के आँगन में बसी, अद्भुत है तेरी बात।
ओ कचनार, क्या है तेरा राज़ ?
कंचन-सी तू हर पल रहे सदाबहार।
FOLIAGE STUDY
The initial phase involved closely observing and studying every aspect of the "Bauhinia" plant and its flora. Various sketches were drawn to capture the intricate patterns on the petals, the contours of the leaves, the arrangement of the veins, and other fine details.
This detailed exploration of form and shape guided the process toward the next stage.
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INITIAL JAAL
The basic jaal made after exploring the form of the foliage.
The tendrils of the jaal were interlinked to create an all-over print having fluidity and continuity.
RECTIFICATION OF JALL
The basic jaal is horizontally cut, and its opposite edges are adhered together. Similarly, it is again vertically cut, and its opposite edges are also stick together.
Following this, any overlapping sections of the jaal is corrected. After rectification, the jaal is placed into repetition, and further changes take place.
FINAL SCREENS FOR SAREES
Three final screens have been created, each measuring "20 by 20 inches", with the actual design area being "18 by 18 inches", intended for printing on sarees.
BLOCK PRINTING
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I collaborated with Gangadhar Ji, a renowned block maker from Pedana, to develop my blocks for this project.
STOLES LAYOUT
Dimension: 35* 180 cm
