Rena Mehta
Biographic Data
| ID | 8836066 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Rena Mehta |
| GIVEN NAMES | Rena |
| FAMILY NAME | Mehta |
| SIGNATURE | MEHTA R |
| AFFILIATIONS | Indian Institute of Crafts & Design |
| ORCID | 0000-0003-0615-699X |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 3 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| WORKS AS AUTHOR | 3 |
| WORKS AS EDITOR | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2024 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
Kathputli in Transition
The present study examines the socio-cultural and economic factors involved in the preservation of Kathputli traditional folk art in Rajasthan, India. Through comprehensive engagement with a community of artisans via immersive fieldwork and participatory observation, the research seeks to address the primary challenges faced by artists in maintaining their livelihoods amidst contemporary market demands. A series of discussions with artisans to un…
Threads of Identity
Traditional costume is intertwined with society’s political, religious, social, and ideological matrices. Costume emphasizes the distinctness and individuality of a community in comparison to neighboring communities. The most intriguing feature of Rajasthan is undeniably its folks. Every community within the geographical boundaries has its customs, homes, jobs, and attire. Communities stand for uniformity in the interactions between the socioecon…
Trends of Technological Advancement in Kathputli Art Form
The puppetry art form is inherently tied to the lives and traditions of India. One such art form Rajasthan Kathputli ensures cultural heritage is preserved, identity is fostered, and community pride is promoted for practitioners and audiences. In recent years social media platforms like YouTube, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Facebook have helped this art form to connect to new audiences and cultural exchange has opened new avenues for performances. In…
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Trends of Technological Advancement in Kathputli Art Form
The puppetry art form is inherently tied to the lives and traditions of India. One such art form Rajasthan Kathputli ensures cultural heritage is preserved, identity is fostered, and community pride is promoted for practitioners and audiences. In recent years social media platforms like YouTube, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Facebook have helped this art form to connect to new audiences and cultural exchange has opened new avenues for performances. In…
Kathputli in Transition
The present study examines the socio-cultural and economic factors involved in the preservation of Kathputli traditional folk art in Rajasthan, India. Through comprehensive engagement with a community of artisans via immersive fieldwork and participatory observation, the research seeks to address the primary challenges faced by artists in maintaining their livelihoods amidst contemporary market demands. A series of discussions with artisans to un…
Threads of Identity
Traditional costume is intertwined with society’s political, religious, social, and ideological matrices. Costume emphasizes the distinctness and individuality of a community in comparison to neighboring communities. The most intriguing feature of Rajasthan is undeniably its folks. Every community within the geographical boundaries has its customs, homes, jobs, and attire. Communities stand for uniformity in the interactions between the socioecon…
Art (1 work) · Clothing (1 work) · Crafts, Textile, and Design (1 work) · Digital Media and Visual Art (1 work) · Diversity and Impact of Dance (1 work) · Education, Innovation and Language Studies (1 work) · Ethnography (1 work) · Exhibition (1 work) · Fashion and Cultural Textiles (1 work) · Indian and Buddhist Studies (1 work)