Meet and Greet

[Elizabeth]

Hello, I’m Elizabeth, originally from the U.S. but now living in Italy. I’ve been drawn to and appreciative of Indian textiles for a quite a while and was very happy to see this course offered—not to mention the other rich resources and materials offered on the MAP website. I really enjoyed the course and would love to take a longer, more in-depth textile course if one is offered. I was particularly enthralled by the ways in which women engage with and produce textiles, using them as ways to tell their stories; in fact I’d love to learn more about this particular aspect. Overall really pleased and thankful to have had this opportunity for enrichment. Keep up the fine work!

[Krishna]

Hi Elizabeth, thank you for your kind words! It is encouraging to hear that the Course and resources offered by us have been insightful. We’re delighted to let you know that we do have a more in-depth Course on South Asian textiles that is in the works, which will look more closely at some of the thematics we’ve covered here — including the intersections of gender, labour and expression. We’ll be sharing more updates soon on our website. Until then, we also have a set of other exciting Courses lined up. Looking forward to having you as a part of our community!

[Urvi Mangesh]

Hi Amorette and everyone here,

I am Urvi Mangesh Gupte, an Indian writer and artist interested in South Asian art. I would like to explore and learn in-depth about textiles. I look forward to more such courses from MAP Academy.

Best,

Urvi

[Krishna]

Thank you for choosing to join our community, Urvi. We have a range of Courses on art, architecture, photography, and a more in-depth Textiles Course in the making. Looking forward to your enthusiastic participation!

[ASHIMA]

Hi Amorette and team

Thank you for giving me this opportunity to learn about textiles from the South Asian region. Growing up in India we wore cotton, silk, chiffons and woolen fabrics. The weaves, prints and fabrics were very traditional. I remember the first time my mother bought a mixed fabric saree and it was called ‘shamoo-satin.’

I have always been drawn to the rich heritage of Indian textiles and would like to learn about it. Hence I have just joined in. Looking forward to my journey…

Ashima

[Krishna]

Hello Ashima, welcome to the community. Researching on materials, prints and weaves were some of the most exciting parts of our journey and we’re excited to see you share a passion for textiles from South Asia! I hope the Course allows you to engage with the rich and fascinating history of Indian textiles even more deeply. Looking forward to hearing your feedback!

[Ganesh Kumar]

Hello Amorette. I am Ganesh Kumar. I am currently working as a content creator. My aim is to study and revive ancient textile crafts though I am new to this creative field. Whenever I browse something related to the traditional textile arts of India on the web, I came across quality posts from MAP Academy. So, I am here to expand my knowledge about timeless textile arts. I must thank MAP Academy once again for curating this wonderful course.

[Krishna]

Hi Ganesh! Thank you so much for your warm appreciation for our work. We’re pleased to hear that our digital resources have been of use to you. This Course covers a wide range of historic textile practices from the subcontinent and we hope that these aid you in exploring your interests a little further. Good luck with your work and happy learning!

[Rama]

Hello, Amorette!

My field of work is Telecommunications, but I am deeply interested in the history of arts and crafts and their usage in textiles. Therefore I am very happy to join this course.

Thanks,

Rama

[Krishna]

Hi Rama! We’re delighted to see your enthusiasm in learning about arts, crafts and textiles. In this Course we look at how these often interact or overlap in the Indian context to produce timeless fabrics nuanced by its rich historical and cultural underpinnings. We hope you find it meaningful and engaging. In case you have any questions or feedback for us at any point, please feel free to use this discussion thread to share them with us. Happy learning!

[DEEPAK]

Hello Amorette, I am working in Monte Carlo Home Textiles in product development team from last 20 years. I am very passionate in Indian history, culture, art & craft, Heritage and traditional textiles. As working in textile company, I also taken my chances to experiment some our traditional designs like Paisley, Kalamkari & Ikat designs on our blanket products. Some looks good and some didn’t. I always thought for deep study in textiles like about colour plates used in traditional textiles and particular designs or shapes that resemble that tradition. One day when I am searching some textile patterns on internet I saw your courses and I immediately enrol it. Today I complete the course and the hunger for more knowledge is increased. This course is extremely good and I am awaiting for next courses.

[Krishna]

Hello Deepak, congratulations on completing the Course! We’re glad you enjoyed it. As someone who works in textiles, you might be interested in knowing that we also have a longer Course on South Asian Textiles lined up for the future which will allow us to dive deeper into some of the topics we’ve touched upon here. We look forward to having you with us on this learning journey!

[Ximena Isabel]

Hi Amorette, I’m Ximena from Colombia, I’m a fashion designer but now more interested in organic fabric dying. My dream is learning more and more from India and your textiles. Thank you for receiving me to your academy.

[Krishna]

Hi Ximena, a warm welcome to you! We’re excited to have you join our learning community. In this Course we cover a range of textile practices from the Indian Subcontinent and look at how they’re rooted in the region’s history, geography and culture. I hope you find the lessons insightful and engaging! Feel free to reach out anytime you have questions or feedback.

[Shyamolie]

Hello everyone! I’m Shyamolie from Pune and I recently came across MAP in relation to job applications. I soon found this course and was interested to take it up and expand my knowledge of Indian textiles. Excited! Good luck y’all. Hope to be part of an inquisitive community.

[Krishna]

Hi Shyamolie, thank you for joining our Course and welcome to our community! I hope you have a rewarding experience, delving into the world of textiles. If you have any questions or feedback for us, don’t hesitate to reach out.

[Ashima]

Dear Amorette, pleasure to e-connect. Thank you for a warm welcome. So happy to discover this course. I was looking for something on these lines. Am a Fashion stylist and a visual communication consultant work at the intersection of fashion, art and textiles. I’m thrilled to learn and actively contribute to the evolution of artisanal crafts in this post-modern era. Excited about the course 🙂 Will circle back for questions /feedback.

[Krishna]

Hi Ashima, we’re delighted to see your interest in our Course! Your background and experience in fashion and textiles sounds quite exciting. We’re happy to have you as a part of our community, and look forward to your insights and perspectives on the subject. Do feel free to share them with us here on the forum!