These geometric patterns, religious symbols and floral designs are drawn on the floor of one’s home, often using chalk and colourful powders, as a way to ward off evil spirits and welcome the good ...

Diwali is a popular Hindu festival that is also referred to as the Festival of Lights. Diwali is one of the most awaited festivals in Hindu culture. The celebration of Diwali falls in either October ...

In India no celebration is complete without floor art, rangoli. It not only adds a dash of colour to the floor, rangoli is also considered auspicious. Of course, no Diwali celebration is complete ...

As a beginner, freehanded designs might not turn out well. Use stencils or pull off desi jugaad with everyday household items like bowls, bangles to create a perfect circle outline or a spoon for a ...

At some point in their lives, Hindus have all practiced the traditional art of Rangoli – colourful floor designs. In recent times, however, this Indian artform has become part of our local Hindu ...

Evanston artist and sculptor Indira Johnson offered Chicago Cultural Center visitors an opportunity to engage in an intricate community art project aiming to promote peace, unity and blessings on ...

As rangoli drawers (traditionally only women) have transformed, so have rangoli patterns and skills changed over the years. Traditionally, rangoli patterns have been largely inspired by nature.