#MangalMurti - Making Ganpati Idols Out Of Clay | A workshop by Yash Gupte at Khaki Lab, Fort

#MangalMurti – Making Ganpati Idols Out Of Clay 
 A workshop by Yash Gupte at Khaki Lab, Fort

The traditional way of making Ganpati idols is by using Shadu maati (clay). Unfortunately, plaster of Paris, which is not eco-friendly unlike clay, has become more popular for idol-making in modern times. At the #MangalMurti workshop at Khaki Lab, Fort, artist and art educator Yash Gupte will teach beginners as well as experienced artists how to create their own eco-friendly Ganpati idol using natural Shadu clay. The workshop includes:

  - Step-by-step guidance throughout the process

  - Natural Shadu clay and all required materials

  - Base for the idol

  - Basic sculpting tools

About the presenter

Yash Gupte is a Mumbai-based artist, educator, and founder of Imageinwonder, a fine art studio and creative learning space. He is also a visiting faculty at Rachana Sansad and has conducted 200+ art workshops. His work focusses on art education, creative practice, and building communities through art.