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DOKRA

Dokra - A traditional art form - the lost wax technique practiced by the tribals of Bastar, a village in Chattisgarh, India. Learning to understand the process with application and the intricacies involved in each process in order to get a finished product. Spreading awareness of Dokra art in my community for them to see feel and touch.

Dokra Camp (2018)

5th Dokra Camp (2018) - "CHAKRA", a Sanskrit word meaning wheel or disk. In yoga, meditation and Ayurveda, it defines wheels of energy throughout the body. There are seven main chakras starting from the bottom of the spine to the crown of the head. There is an invisible gyrating wheel of energy where matter and consciousness meet known as Prana, an essential life force, keeping us vibrant, healthy and alive. Each Chakra wall sculpture is represented by symbol of planets at the core, surrounded by elements of nature in shapes and characteristics are depicted using forms.

Dokra Camp (2016)

4th Dokra camp - 2016 - brass plate -
1. 'Kuladevaru' - Family diety Lord Venkateshwara with refinements of Chakra (Circle with spoke), Shanka (Conch) dissimilar concentric form and the whole work is finished with complimenting forms culminating the abode of energy of lord.
2. 'Saraswathi' - white lotus form symbolizing knowledge and truth merging with the graceful curves of swan as her vehicle and the peacock representing spiritual perfection.
3. Lakshmi – form of lotus flower which is a symbol of purity was combined with small circles (wealth) and Sri representing auspiciousness.

Dokra Camp (2014)

3rd Dokra Camp - Inspired by my college residential project - Heritage Courtyard house and captured elements such as spices, mandala art and more.

Dokra Camp (2013)

2nd Dokra camp - Came up with this original piece - Honkey - it runs like a horse, functions like a donkey.

Dokra Camp (2012)

Way back in 2012, at ArtLabs we took decision supporting and working with tribal artists from Bastar, Chattisgarh. I still cherish learning from Dokra master Mr. Bhansilalji during first Dokra camp to make Kacchua (Turtle) from start to finish.

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