Meet the maker

MEET THE MAKERS

Every piece begins somewhere real: a workshop, a home studio, a family practice, a cluster of skills shaped over time

#KARIGARWALAMOVEMENT

At Karigarwala, craft is never an abstract category. It is made by people with names, places and ways of working that deserve to be seen.  Some of our makers come from long family lineages of practice. Others are part of newer workshops carrying forward local skills in changing circumstances. These are not anonymous production lines. These are real people making with patience, precision and pride, each bringing their own signature to the object they create.

India's Artistic Tapestry

Karigarwala began its journey in the vibrant state of Rajasthan, the heartland of India's rich artisan heritage. With a passion for preserving and promoting traditional craftsmanship.

Initial featured clusters may include Ajrakh - Barmer, Panja Durry - Salawas, Blue Pottery - Jaipur, Lac Bangles - Jaipur, Dabu Print - Pipar, Applique - Barmer, Kashidakari - Barmer, Koftgiri - Udaipur, Wood Carving - Jodhpur, Marble Work - Alwar, Black Pottery - Sawai Madhopur, Bandhej - Jodhpur, Kota Doria - Kota, Usta Kala - Bikaner, Pichwai - Bhilwara, Palm Leaf Weaving - Jaisalmer, Art Metal Ware - Jodhpur, Bone Carving - Jodhpur, Kagzi Pottery - Alwar and Hand Embroidery - Jaisalmer

shankutla Devi

Shakuntala Devi, 41, is a skilled papier-mâché artisan with 20 years of experience, preserving traditional craftsmanship through exceptional handmade creations.

Manik Ram

Manik Ram, 54, is a master woodcraft artisan with 40 years of experience, creating timeless handcrafted pieces rooted in traditional woodworking techniques.

Suresh Kumar Saraswat

Shakuntala Devi, 41, is a skilled papier-mâché artisan with 20 years of experience, preserving traditional craftsmanship through exceptional handmade creations.

Apindra Swain

Apindra Swain, 44, is a skilled Pattachitra artisan with years of expertise, preserving Odisha's rich artistic heritage through intricate handcrafted paintings.

Prahlad SonI

Prahlad Soni, 36, is a master marble carving artisan from Jaipur, preserving generations of traditional craftsmanship through intricate hand-carved stone creations.