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Revivng Traditions
Location
New York City
Date
May 2024
Medium
Found Sarees, Fiber stuffing, and thread
Statement
For the installation "Reviving Traditions," I have used old, recycled sarees from people I know, adding a personal layer to the narrative. Families, our physical and mental connection to people, play a huge role in our well-being. I started to build thick long threads by sewing and stuffing found sarees, to then use them as yarn to knit large-scale sculptures. Working with sarees, I have been contemplating the traditional craft of Godhadi making in India, where old sarees are skillfully sewn together to create blankets. This craft speaks to the resourcefulness, creativity, and empathy embedded in everyday practices, transforming old sarees into functional and cherished items. In a world where isolation and disconnection are increasingly common, the practice of Godhadi-making serves as a reminder of the enduring importance of human connection, storytelling, and shared experiences. It is a celebration of women coming together, finding strength in each other, and creating beautiful works of art that carry the legacy of their culture and the warmth of their relationships.
By incorporating the tradition of Godhadi-making into my art, I evoke nostalgia not only for cultural legacies but also for the personal bonds that shape us. My work invites reflection on these enduring connections, encouraging viewers to walk into the installation, enclose themselves, reconnect with their inner worlds and embrace the importance of interconnectedness and human relationships.
I am intrigued by the process of knitting—how one tiny knit or purl stitch, multiplied over time, can create something substantial and enduring. Each stitch, a seemingly simple loop of yarn, is a building block that combines with countless others to form a strong, cohesive structure. This reminds me of the values rooted in my culture, where every individual contributes to a larger whole, just as each stitch contributes to a knitted piece.
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