A visit to Odisha Textile Mills opened up a visual journey into the layered world of fabrics and production. Every loom, thread, and machine carried a rhythm that spoke of both history and modern industry, offering a lens into how textiles shape everyday life in Odisha.

This experience was not just about observing the process but about framing the connections—between tradition and technology, artisans and industry, heritage and innovation. The textures and patterns encountered here added a new dimension to the residency’s exploration, inspiring ways to see craft as both a cultural legacy and a living, evolving story.