RANGOLI: A colour art

INTRICATELY-DESIGNED RANGOLIS AND FLORAL COLLAGES ADORNING ENTRANCES ARE GETTING INNOVATIVE THESE DAYS

Colourful rangolis and flowery renditions of festive glory are symbolic of Diwali. Diwali manages to kindle a sense of belonging in all those who are touched by the magic of festival. Petals of colourful flowers help in making the designs stand out.

Rangoli demands a lot of skill and even patience. Although there are ready rangoli stickers, which are permanent too, most womenprefer to go the whole route with the use of designer sieves which help create beautiful designs by simply pouring coloured powders into it.

Get creative
Experiment with food grains such as green gram, kidney beans, and different pulses. Use of chart papers, thermocol balls and acrylic colours makes this art all the more interesting. Water rangolis that have petals floating in water contained in clay and glassware is on the rise. To this use of coloured water and floating candles or wicks enhances appeal. Rangolis done on glass could be framed and showcased on walls. Conventionally done rangolis could be garnished with small mirrors, diyas, floating candles, sequins, tiklis, glitters and sea shells. Finely filtered sand as a medium for rangoli is another exciting option.

Rangoli, in a way, is a precursor to the fun that pervades the entire society. And for those who have made rangoli a part of their lives, the designs begin with simple dots. These marvellous intricacies powdered in bright colours lend not only an aesthetic aura to the house but also have a spiritual connect. Along with lit deepas rangolis are believed to draw in the spiritual energies that usher in wealth and prosperity.