A two-day workshop on “Fabric Artistry and Enrichment Techniques” was successfully organized at Footwear Design and Development Institute Kolkata Campus on 08 May and 11 May 2026 for students of Fashion Design and Foundation. The workshop was conducted by Bharat Das and Abir Chowdhury with the objective of providing students with practical exposure to fabric surface ornamentation and enrichment techniques, thereby enhancing their creative and technical understanding.
During the first day of the workshop, students were introduced to printmaking and experimental surface development techniques such as Linocut, Monoprint, and Collograph. The sessions emphasized hands-on exploration of textures, motifs, composition, and manual printing methods.
On the second day, students received practical training in Screen Printing and Batik techniques, including demonstrations on stencil preparation, colour application, wax-resist methods, and fabric surface enhancement processes.
The workshop proved to be highly interactive and enriching, providing students with valuable experiential learning and exposure to both traditional and contemporary textile art practices.
