Faculty of Design
Material Art & Design
Keerthi (Kiki) Devaguptapu
01 Lay
Textiles
2022
Cotton/linen fabric with cotton embroidery and mirror work
12in x 20in
I was inspired by the vibrant colours and joy of the holidays. Whenever we think of a festival we start thinking about decorations for our homes since they are an integral part of the celebration. Diwali has been my favorite festival since childhood, and I created this collection to recollect my childhood memories of India. The colours, materials and motifs used in this collection convey a sense of nostalgia. Each motif has a significant meaning and importance. Working on this project has been therapeutic in a sense, because it reminded me of all the good things I had growing up, and that is where the "joy" comes from.
“In Hindi, the word "lay" means rhythm. The zigzag lines connecting the motifs convey that. ”
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