Stories Sculpted in Clay: Keishing Revives Vanishing Folktales

At the Serendipity Arts Residency, Ningkhan Keishing revitalizes Manipuri folktales through a large ceramic statue embodying the Lusivi stove, a site of storytelling. The exhibition highlights memory, identity, and transformation through the works of five artists, exploring themes from folk traditions to digital fragmentation.

The Serendipity Arts Residency culminates in a thought-provoking exhibition, where artist Ningkhan Keishing from Manipur brings traditional folktales to life through his sculptural piece inspired by the Lusivi stove.

The multidisciplinary exhibition, hosted by five artists, explores profound themes of memory, transformation, and identity. Keishing's work, along with others, delves into personal and cultural narratives, suggesting a fusion of past legacies with abstract interpretations.

The showcase not only challenges perceptions through various art mediums but also invites the public to engage in lively discussions on identity, tradition, and the evolving role of storytelling in contemporary art practices.

(With inputs from agencies.)