Artisans

The Master of Bagru: Dr. Lal Chand Chhipa Derawala

Dr Lal Chand does not have time for pleasantries. For over forty years, his focus has remained fi...

The Architect of the Loom: Abdul Kalam

To Abdul Kalam, weaving is a discipline of grit and absolute technical authority. A National awar...

The Scholar of Silk: Shahid Junaid

Shahid Junaid does not approach his work with the rush of a merchant, but with the quiet dignity ...

The Master of the Jaal: Naseem Ahmad

Naseem Ahmad does not measure his work in hours, but in seasons. A fourth-generation master and a...

The Patriarch of Bagru: RK Chhipa Derawala

Ram Kishor Chhipa Derawala is the defining voice of Bagru. A Padma Shri recipient and National Aw...