DakshinaChitra will host a Clay Ganesha Workshop on 12 September 2026, offering participants an opportunity to create their own eco-friendly Ganesha idol while engaging with South India’s craft traditions.
Designed as a hands-on learning experience, the workshop will be guided by skilled artisans associated with traditional clay and craft practices. Participants will work directly with clay and learn the process of shaping and modelling a Ganesha idol using simple techniques rooted in local craft knowledge.
Learning Through Craft Traditions
The workshop introduces participants to the cultural significance of clay craftsmanship and its connection to festival traditions. Through direct interaction with artisans, attendees will gain insight into techniques that continue to be practised across South India.
By creating a handmade idol, participants can explore the relationship between craft, sustainability, and community celebrations.
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What Participants Can Expect
Participants can expect to:
- Learn basic clay modelling techniques
- Create a handmade Ganesha idol
- Interact with artisans familiar with South Indian craft traditions
- Explore an eco-friendly approach to Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations
- Gain insight into living craft practices preserved through generations
Event Details
| Event | Details |
| Workshop Name | Clay Ganesha Workshop |
| Venue | DakshinaChitra, Tamil Nadu |
| Date | 12 September 2026 |
| Time | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM |
| Fee | ₹580 (materials included) |
| Organiser | DakshinaChitra |
| Registration | Call +91 9342189678 (Advance registration required) |
The participation fee is ₹580 per person, and all materials required for the session will be provided by the organisers.
Registration Information
Interested participants are encouraged to register in advance to secure a place in the workshop. The fee includes all materials needed to create and take home a completed clay Ganesha idol.
Takeaway
The Clay Ganesha Workshop at DakshinaChitra combines festival traditions, craft learning, and sustainable practices in a single session. By working alongside artisans and creating an eco-friendly idol, participants can engage directly with South India’s continuing craft heritage while preparing for Ganesh Chaturthi.
