artisan
Amit Chopdar’s journey from migrant labourer to Siolim church’s trusted artisan
SIOLIM: Amith Chopdar was born and raised in a poverty-stricken family in rural Karnataka. His childhood, like that of many…
In honour of an artisan Goan community
It is yet another hot day of May. Today we have refrigerators; however generations of Goans have grown up quenching…
In Pernem, bamboo artisan Chandrika Chopdekar weaves symbols of tradition and sustainability
In an era where simplicity and convenience often lead to the preference for plastic over natural materials, eco-friendly products like…
Goan artisan Jacinto Sequeira turns driftwood into magical Christmas cribs
Each year, he dedicates time and patience to carve, finish, and paint these creations, making them a labour of love
Local Artisan Illuminating Diwali’s Sky with 56 Years of Akash Kandil Artistry
As the calendar inches closer to the much-awaited Festival of Lights, the city is brimming with anticipation and excitement, with…
At 85, Ibrampur’s coconut palm artisan Raghoba Naik weaves the past into the present
PERNEM: The beloved coconut tree plays a significant role in the Goan lifestyle and traditions. Every part of the coconut…
75 years on, an artisan community struggles to survive
The Dalit bamboo artisans of Demani, Cuncolim, are in much demand by the same society that fails to recognise them