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workshops and collaborate with     the same. The dedication and          Our visit to theTasara Centre
            one another. The opportunity       passion of these artistes, as      turned out to be an incredibly en-
            was enlightening and provided      well as the level of patience      riching experience. We were given
            an excellent chance to broaden     required to complete such in-      the opportunity to explore the
            our understanding of the art of    tricate work, is truly admirable   beauty of various art forms from
            weaving. We were also able to      and something we can all learn     different corners of the world.
            witness a variety of creative art-  from. We observed various types   We learned about the cultural
            works including weaving, pottery,   of paintings, drawings, scribble   significance behind each piece
            paintings, drawings, crocheting,   drawings, oil paintings and much   of art, and how it reflected the
            and more. We had the opportu-      more.                              values and traditions of its place
            nity to interact and socialize with
            artistes from different countries,
            including France and Russia.

                The most impressive aspect of
            the centre is its focus on promot-
            ing natural methods of dyeing
            and colouring instead of using
            artificial and harmful chemicals
            that can damage the environment.
            During our visit, we had the
            opportunity to observe individuals
            engaged in weaving activities at
            the designated weaving corner.
            The artistes demonstrated their
            mastery, showcasing their unique
            technique to create a masterpiece,
            and one of us attempted to draw



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