Stitching Stories: Embroidery Transcends Tradition at Jodhpur Exhibition

India's first exhibition dedicated to embroidery, 'Surface', showcases 60 artworks by over 20 creators in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. Curated by Mayank Man Singh Kaul, the event explores the artistic potential of embroidery, emphasizing traditional techniques and promoting artisans' creative liberation.

In a landmark exhibition titled 'Surface', India's first dedicated display of embroidery art transcends traditional boundaries by featuring 60 artworks from over 20 creators globally. Set in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, the exhibition represents a pivotal platform for artisans to showcase their diverse crafts.

Curated by textile designer Mayank Man Singh Kaul, in collaboration with the JDH urban regeneration initiative, the event draws attention to embroidery techniques like Bihar's kheta quilting and West Bengal's kantha. It reflects on the dynamic and expressive capacity of embroidery that has evolved significantly post-independence.

Exhibition Director Juhi Pandey highlights the intersection of skill and technology at the display, underscoring the potential of embroidery as a medium of artistic expression. The exhibition strives to educate and inspire artisans, urging them to embrace the creative possibilities within contemporary textile design.

(With inputs from agencies.)