artisans

artisans

A potter making a clay pot in Jashore. Photo: Syed Zakir Hossain

The artisans of Bengal

Bagerhat artisans torn between preserving ancient craft and economic realities

Bagerhat artisans torn between preserving ancient craft and economic realities

Artisans in Rajshahi use wool from sheep to make blankets. The photo was taken recently. Photo: TBS

Lack of artisans threatens a craft with extinction

Since the pandemic started the Pashe Achi Initiative has taken several projects to help local book-sellers and artisans. Photos:Courtesy.

Book-sellers, artisans find a friend in Pashe achi

Even though Durga puja is nearing, the usual busyness is absent among the artisans in Sylhet due to the lack of orders this year. The idol-making community fears huge financial losses because of it. Photo: TBS

Idol artisans with no work although it’s Durga Puja time