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Ramiben was born in Momai Mora. She never attended school, but learned embroidery from her family. She moved to Vandh after marriage, and became a founder member of Kala Raksha over thirteen years ago.

Through Kala Raksha, Rami embroidered samples for Ritu Kumar. Her bakhiya work was especially appreciated. In addition, Rami learned to read and write in Kala Raksha education classes. Ever eager to acquire new skills, Rami has enjoyed digital photography at Kala Raksha Vidhyalaya.

Rami is still known for her fine hand. “Our hand work finds a good market with Kala Raksha,” she says. “So we often use machine embroidery for ourselves today.” But, though traditional work may have a lower priority, it is still important. “We must wear it when we are in public, to express the varied aspects of our identity.” Rami explains.

In 2005, Ramiben attended Kala Raksha Vidhyalaya. Among the first women to study design, she learned ... Show more

Ramiben was born in Momai Mora. She never attended school, but learned embroidery from her family. She moved to Vandh after marriage, and became a founder member of Kala Raksha over thirteen years ago.

Through Kala Raksha, Rami embroidered samples for Ritu Kumar. Her bakhiya work was especially appreciated. In addition, Rami learned to read and write in Kala Raksha education classes. Ever eager to acquire new skills, Rami has enjoyed digital photography at Kala Raksha Vidhyalaya.

Rami is still known for her fine hand. “Our hand work finds a good market with Kala Raksha,” she says. “So we often use machine embroidery for ourselves today.” But, though traditional work may have a lower priority, it is still important. “We must wear it when we are in public, to express the varied aspects of our identity.” Rami explains.

In 2005, Ramiben attended Kala Raksha Vidhyalaya. Among the first women to study design, she learned and she questioned.

Ramiben’s final Sea Collection with beautifully articulated new motifs was highly appreciated. She earned the award for Best Presentation. Ramiben walked the fashion show ramp and graduated in 2006. She has served as mentor and design intern since then.
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Kala Raksha Trust, a grassroots social enterprise, is dedicated to preservation of traditional arts. We envision this broadly, as holistic encouraging of the creative capacity of the artist. Comprising artisans, community members, and experts in the fields of art, design and museums, Kala Raksha was founded on artisan initiative in 1993 in the desert region Kutch, in India. Uniquely committed to documenting existing traditions, the Trust maintains a collection of heirloom textiles housed as a local Museum. Artisans participated in establishing this Museum. Thus it embodies a simple but revolutionary concept: involve people in presenting their own cultures. Artisan initiative and participation continue to be the ... Show more

Kala Raksha Trust, a grassroots social enterprise, is dedicated to preservation of traditional arts. We envision this broadly, as holistic encouraging of the creative capacity of the artist. Comprising artisans, community members, and experts in the fields of art, design and museums, Kala Raksha was founded on artisan initiative in 1993 in the desert region Kutch, in India. Uniquely committed to documenting existing traditions, the Trust maintains a collection of heirloom textiles housed as a local Museum. Artisans participated in establishing this Museum. Thus it embodies a simple but revolutionary concept: involve people in presenting their own cultures. Artisan initiative and participation continue to be the pillars of Kala Raksha's work. Artisan Design Committees create exquisite contemporary work based in their traditions. Artisan Pricing Committees establish fair wages. Finally, artisans participate in sale of their work, linking them directly to their market. What Kala Raksha preserves is the essence of art. Traditions are preserved when they flourish. Show less