Every craft holds a story shaped by generations of knowledge, practice, and lived experience. As Odisha Craft Odyssey prepares for the 3rd Edition of its Residency Programme, the focus turns to Dokra—one of the region's oldest and most distinctive craft traditions. Over the coming months, residents will engage with artisan communities, learn from traditional practices, and explore the cultural landscapes that have sustained this remarkable metal casting technique for centuries.
This journey is more than an introduction to a craft; it is an opportunity to understand the people, processes, and histories that continue to shape Dokra today. Through field visits, conversations, and immersive learning, the programme will uncover new perspectives on Odisha's living craft heritage while creating meaningful connections between tradition and contemporary practice.