Lokogatha - where artistic creativity follows passion

In its brief journey of six months, it has created a platform for artists of every forte to come together and enhance his expertise to create something unique out of the passion of art. Artisans and craftsmen who specialise in making objects using recycled earth, glass, ceramic, fabric, metal, tapestry or wood are directly sourced to get each of the unique products. All of the artworks are handmade and their specialty is that there is no second piece. 

The products incorporate cultural traditions by using rickshaw painting in various objects and use of the festive colours portray the rich embodiment of tradition. The catch is that every item is recycled to produce something new, and when the old is broken or damaged, art and creativity brings forth positivity and hopefulness.

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The artisans contribute without restrictions and limitations, and so there is a diverse range of products they have to offer. Some of their items are recycled and it is done with precision by artists and crafters.

Rickshaw painting
Paintings with rickshaw art comprising themes of landscape, film actors, birds and animals are made  by international award winning rickshaw art painter Hanif Pappu. The use of enamel colours on tin enveloped with a glass frame decorates the wall and displays the colour burst as an uncommon home décor.

Bottle rickshaw painting
Glass bottle with rickshaw art imprinted on them - the perfect showpiece to decorate your corner tables.

Swing
A beautiful swing with the seat of a rickshaw, hand-painted and does not look any less than a throne.

Wooden clock
Clocks of different shapes and sizes are available. A range of key-shaped wooden clocks are offered, and that is one of the attractions of Lokogatha.

Ornaments
Tiny abstract art masterpieces are made from recycled objects like broken plates and glasses, parts and pieces of anything that can be transformed into a piece of art. Earth, ceramic, wood or brass, anything can be moulded into a fine piece of jewellery for you to display. 

Workshops
Lokogatha not only sells but also teaches and inspires to create such crafts from the scratch. A workshop named Scrap 2 craft is arranged by Lokogatha on recycling art and ornaments. This two month-long course comprises of drawing, texture, recycling ornaments and recycling artwork. Give your weekends an artistic training with this fusion workshop on paintings and ornaments creation. So check out their website www.lokogatha.com or you can also view their Facebook page and order your desired product.

By Sonya Soheli
Photo courtesy: Lokogatha