Padmini Govind’s mother established Tharangini, the oldest and last remaining hand block printing studio in Bangalore, India in 1977. Padmini has upheld this beautiful craft tradition as well as the ethical, organic, and sustainable practices that her mother heralded. Learn about the practices of hand block printing, block carving, natural dye techniques, embroidery, community outreach, and sustainable practices at Tharangini and enjoy an exclusive trunk show featuring block printed items crafted by the artisans of Tharangini Studios.
Organized in conjunction with Jessica Campbell: Heterodoxy
Padmini Govind runs a family-owned heritage hand block print studio, Tharangini Studio. Specializing in fine block printing for designers in India and around the globe—such as Anthropologie, Pollack, Starbucks, Trenery and Good Earth—Govind’s passion is to support handblock printing in a holistic way, with fair trade, eco-friendly and sustainable practices. She has also started several vocational training projects for Autism centers in Bangalore, providing vital employment options for youth in need. Tharangini has partnered with Karnataka State Women’s Welfare center and other non-profits that provide dignity in work for women who are otherwise marginalized.
