We are coming to Asuke, Toyota….!
Having a special guest, Vankar Shamji Valji from Kutch, Gujarat
The exhibition began on January 10th at the Manrin Bookstore Kura-no-Naka Gallery in Asuke, Toyota City.
On January 19th, I will be visiting Asuke with weaver Shamsie.
As previously announced, the application period has now closed. Thank you very much for your many applications.
When I spoke to him on the phone today, Shamsie was excited and said he was looking forward to the cold weather.
Kobayashi: Yes, it's really cold in Japan.
Shamsie: "We have plenty of wool so it's fine!"
Indeed, I myself have survived many winters wearing only Shamsie's wool items.
I know it's okay though.
I have a feeling that this will be an interesting journey again.
Please take care not to catch a cold.
We look forward to seeing you!
Photo by Yayoi Arimoto
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January 19, 2025 (Sunday) Vanker Shamji visits Japan to hold spinning workshop
Time: 10:00-15:00 Location: Sora no Uta MIUCHI @soranouta.miuchi
Address: 1 Takizawa, Onaicho, Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, 444-2411 Participation fee: 5,000 yen (meals included)
Cooperation: CALICO: the art of Indian village fabrics Application: 090-4248-0546 (to Fujisawa)
Capacity: 15 people (Registration is now full)
In January, Shamsie, a leading weaver known as Vanker, from Kutch, India, will be visiting Japan.
Kuranouchi Gallery, which has been introducing the world of Indian handmade fabrics, CALICO: the art of Indian village fabrics, will be holding a spinning workshop by Shamsie at Sora no Uta MIUCHI, a former elementary school in Onnai-cho, Toyota City, on Sunday, January 19th.
Weaver Shamsie is a rare individual who, together with her traditional Indian weaving techniques and wisdom, continues to take on new challenges by innovating in materials, dyeing and weaving designs using a variety of innovative ideas.
All of his textiles are stunningly beautiful, with the fundamental beauty of the material, the colors of the dyes, and the careful handwork of the weaving all perfectly harmonizing together.
In this workshop, you will be taught by Shamsie directly, and you will spin raw wool on a spindle to make thread. You will also experience the world of Indian handicrafts, such as simple weaving and spinning single charkha thread. This is a rare opportunity, so please join us!
*The event location is up the mountain from Asuke. For those with normal tires, we will provide transportation from Asuke.
Please consult us when applying.
The Kuranouchi Gallery will be open from Friday, January 10th in the new year.
CALICO: the art of Indian village fabrics "The work of weaver Shamsie" January 10th (Friday) - February 4th (Tuesday)
We will be introducing this autumn/winter's new products, focusing on Shamsie's beautiful weavings.
(Gallery seating requires one drink order) Look forward to it!
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