Profile
As a textile designer, I strive to create meaningful work through the development of sustainable systems of production and products. Throughout my experience, my understanding of art and design has transformed, leading me to discover a genuine passion for weaving, print design, natural and resist dyeing, as well as material exploration and craft research. The core of my design process is fueled by sensitivity and empathy, which are among my most prominent attributes.
Skills
Concept development, Weaving, Trend research and analysis, Material research, Craft research, Systems design, Experimental weaving
Education
Parsons School of Design, New York – MFA Textiles, 2024
National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad – Bachelor of Design, 2021
Experience
Part-Time Faculty, Parsons School of Design, New York, New York, August 2024- ongoing I teach weaving to masters students in the MFA Textiles program.
Studio Manager, Teacher, Loop of the Loom, New York, New York, Sept 2024- ongoing Conceptualized and made samples for the project ‘Colonial Tales’. Learnt saroi weaving techniques, conducted and taught weaving to all age groups.
Artist in Residence, Sakata Orimono, Fukuoka, Japan, July 2024 Experienced the Kurume Kasuri technique of ikat weaving to learn the technique in depth and create my own design.
Externship, ThreeAsFour, New Jersey, Jan 2024 - May 2024 Sourcing, upcycling denim to create woven sculptures.
Externship, Deborah Morris, New Jersey - August 2023- December 2023 Conceptualized and made samples for the project ‘Rivers of Waste’.
Design Intern, Thompson Street Studio, New York, New York, June 2023- August 2024 Designed and made patchwork pillows for The Future Perfect, developed patchwork samples for large scale artworks, created photography decks.
Design Intern, One432 LLC, New York, New York, June 2023- August 2024 Developed a system to upcycle discarded jackets. Developed dye solutions and other repairing systems for garments.
Intern, Loop of the Loom, New York, New York, January 2023- May 2024 Conceptualized and made samples for the project ‘Colonial Tales’. Learnt saroi weaving techniques, conducted and taught weaving to all age groups.
Student Assistant, Parsons Graduate Admissions, New York, New York, August 2022- May 2024, Assisted in in-person and online admission events at Parsons. Managed and responded to incoming student inquiries regarding academic programs, admissions, financial aid, and other relevant student-related matters.
Designer, Slow Threads, Chennai, India, October 2021- March 2022 Helped in setting up the start-up, developed strategies, researched sustainable materials and traditional Indian crafts for product development. Conducted workshops for natural dyeing.
Volunteer, Shelter Associates NGO, Pune, India, April 2022- June 2022 Designed gifting items for dignitaries and fundraising events. Developed the products from small scale businesses.
Intern, Researcher, Mercedes Benz Research and Development, India, February 2021- August 2021 Researched sustainable seat trim alternatives to replace traditional seats. Learnt seat trim process in depth to apply for patents for 100% sustainable seats.
Designer, Spun by Welspun India Limited, Mumbai, India, January 2020- August 2020 Designed and developed 5 collections of 100% sustainable fashion and lifestyle accessories from discarded bedding factory waste for the International Gifts and Handicrafts Fair, India. Created these products in collaboration with women from Kutch, India as a means to empower them with new skills and a steady income.
Design Intern, Tarcon Export Services Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai, India, May 2019- July 2019 Designed and developed 2 collections of a range of home textiles for Easter 2021.
Workshops
Threads on My Mind, New York, New York, September 2023 Conducted a sold-out tapestry weaving workshop at MAD Museum for New York Textile Month.
Slow Threads, Chennai, India, February 2022 Conducted natural dyeing and resist dyeing workshop to teach a skill they can learn from home using household ingredients and equipments.
Shakhambhari Weavers Society, Karnataka, India, March 2019
Publications and Conferences
Fukuoka daily newspaper article, July 2024
Interview published about the residency in Sakata Orimono, Japan.
Panelist, Koran College of Fashion Design, Fukuoka, July 2024 Did a panel talk at the school discussing the Kurume Kasuri residency, my art practice, and the convergence of both in my kasuri textile.
Bold Journey, 2024 Interview published about my thesis ‘Anthologies of Fashion Disposal’ in this digital magazine.
A Decolonized Decarbonized Dinner Party, New York, New York, 2023 Published the article ‘A Recipe to Conserve and Consume’, showcasing a self-made handspun, handwoven textile made from kala cotton, that speaks about the use and promotion of this rain-fed organic cotton variety from India.
Visual Philosophy, The New School, New York, March 2023 Organized an interdisciplinary conference across Parsons School of Design, Eugene Lang College of Liberal Arts and New School for Social Research, about the convergence of art and philosophy.