Learn Ajrakh Block Printing with Sarfraz in India

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Spend your vacation in India and learn Ajrakh Block Printing from Sarfraz. Sarfraz Khatri is a sixth-generation ajrakh block printing artist, a thirteen-step printing technique that has roots in ancient Indian culture. Sarfraz’s studio was founded by his father and uses over 800 teak blocks designed by his great-grandfather, creating textile designs that span from traditional to contemporary. He uses natural vegetable dyes that are biodegradable and environmentally-friendly, reviving the lost traditional techniques. His textiles are versatile, often made into saris, scarves, shawls and more. Expect to hear the musical sounds of azaan and encounter a number of friendly goats while drying fabrics on the roof!
Sarfraz Khatri is a sixth-generation ajrakh block printing artist, a thirteen-step printing technique that has roots in ancient Indian culture. Sarfraz’s studio was founded by his father and uses over 800 teak blocks designed by his great-grandfather, creating textile designs that span from traditional to contemporary. He uses natural vegetable dyes that are biodegradable and environmentally-friendly, reviving the lost traditional techniques. His textiles are versatile, often made into saris, scarves, shawls and more. Expect to hear the musical sounds of azaan and encounter a number of friendly goats while drying fabrics on the roof!

The process of Ajrak block printing – The Phoenix Company

AJRAKH: The Ancient Craft of Block-Printing – The Registry of Sarees

Vacation With An Artist on Instagram: A break from your typical Wintery Christmas imagery ✨ Here's Barbara @islandweaverwaiheke who recently traveled from New Zealand 🇳🇿 to India 🇮🇳 to learn traditional Ajrakh