CRAFT WORKSHOP

• ANSHIKA SAINI
• SHUBHAM RASTOGI
• VRINDA KALANI
• NABA
• ADITI
• DIVYA
• SONAM
BLACK POTTERY
NIZAMABAD
It’s a Type of clay pottery known for its dark
shiny body with engraved silver patterns.
Area: Nizamabad, Azamgarh
district, Uttar Pradesh
Country :India
Registered: December 2015
Material: black clay; zinc, tin
or lead amalgam
The Process of Black
Pottery
 STAGE 1:
The fine texture and high
mica content of the soil of
Nizamabad make it the
perfect choice for pottery.
The soil is the reason why
these pots attain the
desirable texture and
flawless quality that they
are known to possess.
 STAGE 2:
During the early months of
April-May, potters make sure
to initiate the process of
extracting clay from their local
ponds, they follow that up by
immediately storing it in their
houses for long periods.
 STAGE 3:
•Even though the pots are made,
the process of pottery is far from
over. Next, the potters leave their
pots out in the scorching sun to let
them dry out and retain moisture.
•After drying sufficiently, the
potter’s wheel is pulled back out
to scrape off any uneven or
unwanted layer.
 STAGE 4:
•Following this comes the part of
applying color to the otherwise dull
pots. The pots are left out in the sun
after applying a coat of mixed water
and clay to them. 
•This stage finally terminates after
applying mustard to the pots to make
them appear shinier
 STAGE 5:
•women use fine needles to
cautiously engrave delicate
designs and patterns on the
pots. They make use of
brilliant craftsmanship
practiced for many years to
achieve this level of precision.
 STAGE 6:
•The pots are then put in the
oven to bake. One important
factor that decides the fate of
the pot is oxygen. 
•Potters must ensure that the
level of oxygen in the pots must
remain low to none if they want
to achieve the black color that
these pots are so famous for. 
 STAGE 7:
The oven cools down after 10 to 12
hours and then pottery is removed.
A powdered mix of lead, mercury
and zinc in equal proportion is now
filled into the carved design, giving
it a silver finish. “Water is then
applied, rubbed and applied again
to ensure that the silvery powder
sticks permanently on the carved
design,”
 FINAL
PRODUCT!
(Terracotta bangles)
SOFT STONE
VARANSASI
 The process of
accomplishing the
sculptures is termed as
stone carving
tone carving is an activity where
pieces of soft stone are shaped by
the controlled removal of stone.
Owing to the permanence of the
material, stone work has survived
which was created during our
prehistory or past time.
Area: Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Country :India
Registered: March 2018
Material: soft stone, carving
tools and hammers, Stone
Cutting Machine, Stone Cutting
Machine, Drill Machine.
 The carvers make statues for temples. Some large sculptures are made as decorative
pieces for homes and public places. In recent times, some utilitarian articles are also
entering the market like ash trays, soap dishes, paper weights, bookracks, flower
pots, toothpick holders, card holders, etc. There are some pieces which are carved out
of a single stone, like the one on the left column which represents the summary of the
Ramayana and is enclosed in a shell. These are products which are different from the
traditional designs of gods and goddesses. These are tribal designs made of stone
other than soapstone
 Uprising Soft Stone Carving of Varanasi by
Government Support

Minority communities in India are known for their

traditional skills, arts and crafts. Government of India is
of the firm conviction that these arts/crafts are needed
to be preserved and continued. Therefore, the Ministry
of Minority Affairs launched a new scheme USTTAD
(Upgrading the Skills and Training in Traditional
Arts/Crafts for Development) as 100% Central Sector
Scheme. To support the craft there has been several soft
stone craftwork project commenced by documenting
the craft on Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, followed by
workshops. The workshops have aimed at scope
assessment, Skill development, product development,
focused on test production of the finalized products,
market testing of the developed products and
preparing artisans to train beginners.
Company’s Support
Shopping kart 24 is an online website
which sells intricate soft stone jali
work. The website consists of pictures
from various angles and also a
beautiful description of the auspicious
craft of Varanasi. Which helps the craft
reach a wider range of audience and
also spreads awareness about the
geographical indication, Soft stone
work of Varanasi.
Indiamart is another platform, which uprise the
prestigious craft of Varanasi.
MATERIAL AND TECHNIQUES
 The stone carving at Varanasi is very
unique comparing it with other states
in India. Carving is preferred on soft
stone. The soft stone is also addressed
as Gorara locally. Stones are brought
from mines of Chunar and Shivpuri –
Madhya Pradesh. The most
appreciating quality of this stone is
that it is available in a wide range of
colors and is easy to carve. Bowls,
plates and glasses are known
products.
 The basic tools that are required are pointed, flat chisels and a
hammer. These tools help the carvers attain the form which they
visualize
Following are the tools and raw materials
required for undercut Stone Carving:
Power Drill Bit: Drill bits help to smoothen,
give depth and drill holes.
The Drill Machine: The drill machine holds
the drilling bits.• The Stone Cutting Machine:
The stone is cut to desired shape with the help
of stone cutting machine.
Compass: Compass tool helps to measure and
mark on the stone to cut.• Sandpaper: The
stone is smoothened with the help of
sandpaper.
Stone: Soap stone is used to carve.
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