WEAVING ART INTO TRADITIONAL INDIAN TEXTILES: Graduation Project
COLLECTION 1
To develop a range of saris using jacquard and jamdani weaving techniques and incorporating the design elements from Bidriware, a Deccan metal craft.
The first phase of design for the weaves included sketching motifs from the inspiration, Bidri to study the form and stylization of floral and geometric motifs in varying sizes and shapes to arrive on final surfaces in different weaving techniques.
Bidri designs include : Aftabi / Mehtabi (cut out design in metal overlay)
Tehnishan (inlay of sheet metal)
Zarbuland (pattern in high relief)
Tarkashi (inlay of wire).
Tehnishan (inlay of sheet metal)
Zarbuland (pattern in high relief)
Tarkashi (inlay of wire).
SYNTHESIS
Repetition, symmetry, proportions and illusion of depth, visually aesthetic with positive and negative balance in composition.
Colour : Black, silver and gold of Bidriware, depicting the luster and dullness through weave structure and yarn material.
Repetition, symmetry, proportions and illusion of depth, visually aesthetic with positive and negative balance in composition.
Colour : Black, silver and gold of Bidriware, depicting the luster and dullness through weave structure and yarn material.
Final concepts include the sari layout both in hand-drawn and computer based designs according to the weaving technique, elements for the motifs, design details, color combinations, scale and material to be used for different weaves.
Gaurang at Lakmé Fashion Week summer/resort 2020 : Garam Masala
Black and white collection of unique weaves, inspired by Indian spices to celebrate the craftsmanship with traditional weaves for the contemporary Indian woman, juxtaposing tradition and modernity – like Garam Masala adds flavor to food, collection adds sizzle to the look.
The Bidri inspired weaves from the above collection were used in the Lakmé summer/resort 2020 collection.
