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ABID Interiors 2026
Walnut Wood Carving: Kashmir’s Living Sculptures in Timber

Walnut Wood Carving: Kashmir’s Living Sculptures in Timber

Kashmir’s walnut wood carving is one of the region’s most treasured art forms — a craft that transforms timber into timeless beauty. Made from the rich, dark wood of the walnut tree (Juglans regia), which grows abundantly in Kashmir’s cool climate, this artisanal practice has been nurtured over...

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Sozni Embroidery: A Needle’s Dance Across Kashmiri Threads

Sozni Embroidery: A Needle’s Dance Across Kashmiri Threads

Sozni embroidery is one of Kashmir’s most exquisite and intricate art forms — a craft that brings together precision, patience, and poetic tradition. Practiced by skilled artisans in the Kashmir Valley, Sozni involves delicate needlework done by hand on soft fabrics like Pashmina, silk, and...

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Pashmina Perfection: The Story Behind Kashmir’s Softest Art

Pashmina Perfection: The Story Behind Kashmir’s Softest Art

Pashmina, often referred to as the “soft gold” of Kashmir, is not just a fabric — it’s a centuries-old tradition, a labor of love, and a living legacy. Derived from the undercoat of Changthangi goats found in the high-altitude regions of Ladakh, this luxurious wool is hand-spun, hand-woven, and...

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Contemporary Socio‑Political & Feminist Art

Contemporary Socio‑Political & Feminist Art

In today’s Bangladesh, a bold wave of contemporary artists is using canvas, camera, and installation to question, challenge, and reshape society. These voices—many of them women—are part of a rising art movement that explores themes of gender, inequality, migration, identity, and environmental...

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Traditional Textile Arts Revived – Jamdani & Nakshi Kantha

Traditional Textile Arts Revived – Jamdani & Nakshi Kantha

Bangladesh’s cultural soul is stitched into its textiles. Among its most cherished traditions are Jamdani weaving and Nakshi Kantha embroidery—two timeless crafts that are experiencing a vibrant revival today. Rooted in history, sustained by skill, and now embraced by modern designers and...

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Rickshaw Painting – The Neo‑Romantic Folk Canvas

Rickshaw Painting – The Neo‑Romantic Folk Canvas

In the bustling cities and narrow alleys of Bangladesh, a unique form of art thrives not in galleries, but on three wheels. Rickshaw painting is a folk tradition that transforms everyday transportation into a moving work of art. These paintings are more than just decoration—they’re emotional,...

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Minimal Line Art: The Beauty of Less

Minimal Line Art: The Beauty of Less

One stroke. One curve. Infinite emotion. Minimal line art is winning hearts in 2025 with its elegant simplicity and expressive depth. This style relies on clean, uninterrupted lines—often monochrome—to convey emotion, form, and energy. Far from being basic, minimal line drawings are precise...

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AI-Assisted Sketching: A New Drawing Companion

AI-Assisted Sketching: A New Drawing Companion

In the evolving relationship between creativity and technology, AI is no longer just a tool—it’s a drawing partner. Artists today are experimenting with AI to assist in sketching, suggest forms, enhance concepts, or even complete artworks collaboratively. Tools like DALL·E, Stable Diffusion,...

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Cultural Revival Through Drawing: Folk Styles Reimagined

Cultural Revival Through Drawing: Folk Styles Reimagined

A new wave of artists is breathing life into ancestral art through the humble act of drawing. Across regions and borders, folk drawing traditions are being reinterpreted in exciting, contemporary ways. From India’s Warli and Gond to Mexico’s Otomi or Japan’s Sumi-e, young artists are...

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Drawing for Mindfulness: Sketching as a Mental Health Practice

Drawing for Mindfulness: Sketching as a Mental Health Practice

In today’s fast-paced world, drawing has emerged as more than just a creative outlet—it’s becoming a quiet rebellion against stress and overstimulation. Mindful sketching is gaining ground as a powerful practice for mental wellness. Unlike professional art, mindfulness drawing is not about...

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