Pondicherry: Kolam Art Workshop｜India

Learn about the traditional art of Kōlam, a ritualistic art form created by Tamil women throughout Tamil Nadu. Discover the history behind Kōlam and how it is practiced as a daily routine. Create some of the famous patterns used traditionally such as the dot design.

Meet our guide, who will introduce you to the history behind Kōlam and how she practices it as a daily routine. Learn about the significance of Kōlam and how it is used to protect homes and welcome visitors and all Gods.

Discover how the process involves concentration, memory, and a series of disciplined hand and body movements. Learn how the knowledge of Kōlam patterns is transferred orally through generations amongst women as they learn by observing this ritual daily.

We will guide you on a step-by-step practice to create some famous patterns traditionally used, such as the dot design. Use traditional white powder as well as colourful ones that are usually used for festivals.