Tue – Fri: 2-5.30

Sat: 10-12.30, 2-5.30

Guided visits on Saturdays at 10.30

Opening on Friday 7 February at 4.30

With his iconic playfulness and vibrant use of colours, Mario d’Souza aims at creating a sur mesure decor, transforming traditional Indian patterns and everyday objects into a graphic pop installation.

The motif no longer has a scale, at times nestling in an embroidery, invading space, limitless, it can be found at the bend of a piece of furniture, painted on a window, or sometimes, stripped to its essence, it becomes the source of inspiration from which emerges a vivid creation.

The installation – bridging the distinction between art and craftsmanship – is a celebration of a community made up of a variety of objects. The artist, with his talent for assembling and linking diverse worlds, is able to create harmony while illuminating differences.

The relationship between Mario d’Souza and Auroville started in 2019 through an art residency program at la Petite Maison Auroville. Centre d’Art is thrilled to have him back and host his new exhibition.

BIO

Mario d’Souza was born in 1973 in Bangalore. After obtaining a Master’s degree in Fine Arts, at the MSU in Baroda, Gujarat, at the age of 22, he left India to visit France, while on a scholarship from ‘École des Beaux-Arts’.
Mario since then lives between France and India, where, thanks to his talent, he has received numerous grants, has taken part in many artistic residencies as well as solo and group exhibitions in both countries.

We heard the community and made Makerspace more accessible!

What can you learn?
CUTTING BOARD/ LAMPS/ RENOVATION OF FURNITURE/ METAL & WOODWORK / WELDING/ ARTS & CRAFTS/ JEWELLERY/ UPCYCLING

Join us for our Maker Space at Youth Centre Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM and Saturday from 8:30 AM To 12:30 PM. Registration required for booking

https://forms.gle/MQsDztvJLXszPBTAA

Discover the endless possibilities of learning, creating, and innovating with wood, metal and more, in our collaborative Workspace.

A facilitator will be available to provide assistance in learning how to use the tools and technologies, as well as hands-on experience in bringing your ideas to life. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to be a part of our growing maker community

Join us for an immersive 2-day workshop where you’ll learn the intricate techniques of creating eco-friendly, sustainable bamboo furniture! Whether you’re a professional or a DIY enthusiast, this hands-on experience is perfect for deepening your craft.

Dates: 23rd and 24th October
Duration: 2 Days
Location: Auroville Bamboo Centre

What You’ll Learn:

Advanced bamboo furniture techniques

Crafting functional and aesthetic pieces

Hands-on experience with expert instructors

Workshop Highlights:

Expert guidance from skilled artisans

Sustainable and eco-friendly practices

Limited Slots Available!
Reserve your spot now and master the art of bamboo furniture!

For bookings: WhatsApp 8300949081

• When: 17 – 19 December, 2021
• Where: LiGHT-FiSH Design Studio, Aurelec, Auroville, Tamil Nadu – 605101
• Registrations: Limited seats, For more details contact Ravikian-+91 9974009995, email: ravikiran.23r@gmail.com

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Bamboo Construction Experience
15th to 17th of June (Split bamboo techniques)
Practical’s: opt1: hyperbolic bamboo dome (2 days) / opt2:
star dome (2days)

Bamboo & Wood Furniture Experience
21 to 24th of June Exposure visit; contemporary &classic
styles (AV)
Practicals: stools, chairs, tables (anyone)
Hands on Craft Creative Workshop:

Bamboo Jewelry: Every Thursday, Friday & Saturday of June-
9.30 am to 12.30 pm – Hands on experience on bamboo jewelry
Bamboo Toys: Every Thursday, Friday & Saturday of June -9.30
am to 12.30 pm – Hands on experience on bamboo toys

Bamboo Musical Instruments: Every Thursday, Friday &
Saturday of June -9.30 am to 12.30 pm – Hands on experience
on bamboo musical instruments

Flexible training dates offered to groups
Contact: 0413-2623806, 2623394 /
bambooworkshop@auroville.org.in /
www.aurovillebamboocentre.org
Contributions requested from guests/Volunteers, Volunteer
reduction by advance application only.

Aurorachana

Lightfish

Woodscapes

Prakrit

At Visitor’s Center

December 25, 26 & 27

10 am – 5 pm

Clemens, Samvit, Tejaswini, Torkil

The opening is on Saturday 15th Nov between 4.30 and 7 pm.

The show will run from the 15th Nov until Saturday 29th Nov.
Daily except Sundays from 2.30 – 5.30 pm.
The artist will be at the gallery on all these days.

We are excited to announce that your support has guaranteed that we will build our art center! We have already purchased and received the hubs (connecting points from the US) of our geodesic dome here in India, with all other materials being sourced locally.

We also know we can buy the art supplies we need for the first year and host regular community art events. However, we still need your support to build modular storage and furniture within the space, cover our startup office expenses, initiate a garden (including the intention trees at the $100 contribution level), and cover the overhead charges of our campaign. All contributions are tax-deductible with minimized fees through our partnership with Fractured Atlas.

Only 2 days left to contribute and share, please help us to reach our goal!
Link to campaign: igg.me/at/sankalpaart

The foundation of the geodesic dome will be a low mud-brick wall. This is inspired by research with children in remote Nepal who painted with color for the first time on their village homes, in our international programs starting in 2009. Your support to help us continue providing the arts as a path to healing, change and connection is appreciated!

Please contribute & share our campaign: igg.me/at/sankalpaart

from Krupa