Manya Art & Kraft Association is conducting ‘Chennai Santhe – a Handloom and Handicraft Bazaar’ till June 2 at the CERC campus, Kalakshetra Road.
Manya has been successfully holding many editions of this unique event that have showcased exquisite ethnic products. This time around, the event is bringing together weavers and craftsmen from all states of India.
With over 100 artisans participating in the ethnic fair, the event promises to be a one-stop destination that stocks rare Indian art and handicrafts; with more than 100 stalls. Various products will be traditional textiles like Kantha, Kasuti, Ikat, Phulkari, Uppada, Patola, Chikankari and hand-woven embroidery Urmul tops from Phalodi, exotic sarees from Kolkata and Banarasi, intricate candle stands, Lambani and Jaipur jewellery, bamboo art and craft, Tanjore paintings, Pattachitra, Madhubani, wrought iron and antique furniture, Batik and block print apparel, sea shell artefacts, grass baskets and artistic sculptures are on display. A unique range of handcrafted jewellery including exotic Orissa tribal ornaments, silver filigree, lacquerware from Jaipur and dazzling imitation jewellery are available.
“What sets apart Chennai Kala Santhe from other regular exhibitions is that this event is strictly dedicated to the promotion of art with handloom and handicraft being our mainstay. Artisans deal with customers directly. The very premise of our exhibition is to take the richness of rural art to the urban clientele and make them aware of the rare art forms of our country,” says Jayanth Nazre from Manya.
At CERC campus, Kalakshetra Road, Opp. Pamban Swamy Koil, Thiruvanmiyur. Ph : 98456 95922.
Pet adoption drive
Chennai Kala Santhe will also feature The “Sun, Sand & Paws” pet adoption drive and fundraiser, hosted by iAdopt, an animal adoption non-profit organisation. The pet adoption drive will be held on May 26, June 1 and 2. This family-friendly event offers an exciting opportunity for animal lovers to adopt cats and dogs. Visitors can get a free photoshoot with their pets, exclusive fundraiser food and merchandise stalls, and the chance to meet adorable cats and dogs looking for forever homes.To adopt, attendees are required to bring a valid government ID and a house video tour. For more information, visit the @iadopt.in on Instagram.
