Ganesha Staphana, Wedding of the Ants, & Kalamkari Painting Process on Cotton

Embroidered Square, Wayside Shrine, & Pink Shrine

This exhibit features a variety of visual artworks all inspired by India, a complex and fascinating country of tremendous diversity. While it is one of the oldest civilizations in the world, the juxtaposition of ancient traditions with contemporary life-style trends is amazing to witness.  It is at once confounding and exhilarating.
This exhibit was organized by Cindy Gould, Associate Professor of Art and Design at Iowa State University.  She traveled to India where she began collecting Indian textiles and was inspired to add aspects into her own artwork.
The exhibit features historic textiles creates by anonymous artists, contemporary fiber arts by Nita Thakore, and mixed-media art-works and photographs by Cindy Gould.

Ten Rupee Note, Mata-ni-pachedi Block Printer, & Vanity on Parade

A Young Man's Search - Humankind's Search, & Times of India Matrimonial Quilt

Reflections of Taj Mahal, Mermaid 3,4,5, & All Smiles! Children of Nirona