Workshop
An online workshop delving into the exquisite world of Sujani embroidery from Bihar. Led by Bhuvana Moorthy, a seasoned seamstress, and Jayanthi Moorthy, founder of Aksara, this session will explore the intricate art of Sujini tribes' stitching. Participants will discover the rich history behind these fexpressive textiles and create their own embroidered patches to be incorporated into a quilt. Join Aksara for a creative journey celebrating this unique form of Indian embroidery! #SujaniEmbroidery #TextileArt #OnlineWorkshop
For the workshop participants will need: some old clothes made into square patches of 6x6 inches, embroidery thread and needle, embroidery frame, paper and pencil, carbon tracing sheet.
Aksara’s mission is to bring to the forefront traditional and contemporary ideas and thoughts about Indian culture in creative and meaningful ways. Aksara’s carefully curated education programs in the form of events and workshops are designed to create deep cultural learning. Aksara organizes unique workshops and edutainment events in museums, libraries, schools, and other community spaces. These education programs vary from being participatory to performative and exhibitory to experiential. They have won Education Awards and Grants for our programs that have creatively engaged various communities in New York City.