ISSUE: 137 Deeply committed to encouraging education and innovation, Hrridaysh Deshpande has been associated with the world of design in multiple capacities over the years How, according to you, does design transform businesses? HD: We live in times where innovation is highly valued and considered to be important. The real question is how do we…
ISSUE: 137 Inspired by his early fascination for comics, illustrator and animator Viplov Singh tries to use their secret language to communicate with his audience How has your formal education in design fueled your career as an illustrator? VS: When intended, illustration can be a complex visual form that can overwhelm your senses with beauty,…
ISSUE: 139 Rohan Dahotre’s striking illustrations are helping to spread awareness of the rich and diverse fauna of our country What launched your passion for wildlife? RD: I started drawing wildlife around seven years back. All species have different forms and features and I wanted to draw them and subconsciously study and understand them. I…
ISSUE: 139 Ceramist KV Lakshmi hopes to set up a beautiful studio space where she can introduce people to the joys of playing with clay How did Keli come about? KV: I have always wanted a studio of my own, where I had the freedom to make everything I want throughout the day. During college, I…
ISSUE: 132 While Sarban Choudhary’s life today revolves around clay, glazes and fire, he was once a reluctant ceramist! How did your tryst with ceramics begin? SC: I was born in a small town on the outskirts of Kolkata, and did my BFA and MFA in ceramic art at Government College of Art & Craft,…
ISSUE: 132 Casual encounters with artisans in rural India took Kanupriya Verma on a path that veered from management studies to setting up a tableware brand that seeks to empower the country’s talented and often unrecognized craftsmen What role does culture play in your design approach? KV: We draw inspiration from the multitude and diversity…
ISSUE: 132 Mrunalini Rao’s eponymous label offers clothing ranging from luxurious bridal wear that resembles works of art to a sustainable prêt line that is her contribution to reducing waste How do Indian crafts influence your designs? MR: I love Indian crafts and I want to explore as many as possible through my work. My…
ISSUE: 132 From being the sole illustrator at a small agency to becoming a partner in one that allows him the freedom to express, Nipen Bhuyan’s focus has always been on learning What does creativity mean to you? NB: Creativity is a form of self-expression of course. It can be extremely satisfying if, through our…
ISSUE: 131 Rikki Kher attributes the international success of his menswear brand to the consistent focus on presenting traditional Indian craft and textiles in a modern context What led to the birth of KARDO? RK: While running my sourcing business, I started to make some of my own clothes because I couldn’t find things I…
ISSUE: 131 Nachiket Pangare has worked across genres ranging from music videos to feature films, building up an impressive repertoire along with some unforgettable memories! What differentiates a professional cinematographer from an amateur with a camera? NP: With the easy availability of professional cameras nowadays, you find a lot of people out there marketing themselves…
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