Somaiya Kalavidya

Somaiya Kalavidya Somaiya Kala Vidya is an exciting new institute of education for traditional artisans of Kutch. Somaiya Kala Vidya, a division of K. J.

Somaiya Gujarat Trust, is an exciting new institute of education for traditional artisans of Kutch. Building the design education program developed by Founder Director Judy Frater into an institute, Somaiya Kala Vidya will be the first of a number of institutes integrated into a larger institution of higher education on an expansive site outside Adipur, near Mundra and Gandhidham hubs. Somaiya Kala Vidya is partially supported by Somaiya Vidyavihar, Mumbai.

BMA students spent the third module on Money Management with Sourodip Ghosh, Co-founder of Karghewale.Through various gr...
09/06/2026

BMA students spent the third module on Money Management with Sourodip Ghosh, Co-founder of Karghewale.

Through various group activities, students learned how to calculate product costs per unit, develop pricing strategies for different sales channels, and prepare one-year business and sales projections across B2C and B2B markets. They also worked on estimating direct and indirect costs, helping them better understand the financial realities of their enterprises.

As part of the BMA course, students are also building their computer skills. During this module, they used Excel to create costing sheets and explore how digital tools can support business planning and decision-making.

The jury panel included Purushottam Bhai and Adil Bhai, who shared valuable feedback and insights on the students' business plans and financial thinking.

Concept Development: A major module of the Design Course, led by Priyanka and supported by Prakash Bhai and mentor Moham...
05/06/2026

Concept Development: A major module of the Design Course, led by Priyanka and supported by Prakash Bhai and mentor Mohammad, this is the stage where students begin working on a theme of their own and learn how to translate inspiration into design through their craft practice.

Students explored a range of themes including nature, monuments, architecture, local culture and everyday life before choosing one that resonated with them. Site visits helped them observe and experience their chosen themes firsthand, gathering inspiration through direct engagement.

Based on these observations, students created theme boards, developed colour palettes, and designed motifs and layouts that reflected their individual interpretations.

The module concluded with presentations before a jury panel of experts, where students received valuable feedback and insights to further develop their concepts and collections.

Meet Our Interns & Volunteers 💫
03/06/2026

Meet Our Interns & Volunteers 💫

Meet Our Team 🌿
02/06/2026

Meet Our Team 🌿

Market Orientation: One of the key modules of the Design Course, was led by Amisha Bajpai, introducing students to marke...
18/05/2026

Market Orientation: One of the key modules of the Design Course, was led by Amisha Bajpai, introducing students to markets and customers.

A 3-day market visit to Mumbai exposed them to different market types and customer preferences through visits to designer studios, art galleries, museums, craft boutique stores, brands, individual craft enthusiasts, and local markets, helping them observe these spaces closely.

Through client boards, customer segment discussions, and activities around perceived value, students developed product layouts and products for both B2B and B2C markets based on their observations and visits.

A 3-day costing workshop led by Milee Parmar introduced students to costing, pricing, variable costs, overheads, and profit margins.

Market Orientation: One of the key modules of the Design Course, was led by Amisha Bajpai , introducing students to mar...
18/05/2026

Market Orientation: One of the key modules of the Design Course, was led by Amisha Bajpai , introducing students to markets and customers.

A 3-day market visit to Mumbai exposed them to designer studios, art galleries, museums, craft boutique stores, brands, individual craft enthusiasts, and local markets, helping them observe different market types and customer preferences.

The module also introduced students to concepts of perceived value, costing, and pricing through different activities.

Through client boards and customer segment discussions, students developed product layouts and products for both B2B and B2C markets based on their observations and visits.

Indoor sports evenings at the campus🏓A big thank you to Aazaz Khan , Director of Somaiya Sports Academy, for sending us...
12/05/2026

Indoor sports evenings at the campus🏓

A big thank you to Aazaz Khan , Director of Somaiya Sports Academy, for sending us table tennis tables and carrom board for the campus.

The students are really enjoying TT matches and carrom games after classes. These small moments of fun bring a lot of energy and happiness to campus life 💛

Glimpses from our recent Artisan-to-Artisan Outreach Workshop with a group of highly passionate phulkari women artisans ...
06/05/2026

Glimpses from our recent Artisan-to-Artisan Outreach Workshop with a group of highly passionate phulkari women artisans in Punjab, conducted in collaboration with our ground partner, The Nabha Foundation.
The workshop was held in Nabha and Bathinda, Punjab.

This 8-day design workshop was led by Laxmi ben , Suf embroidery artisan designer. It focused on introducing the elements and principles of design and their application in phulkari, along with collection development.

The process included concept development, field visits for inspiration, motif creation, and product layout development.

The workshop concluded with group presentations, where artisans shared their themes, design process, and final layouts.

BMA Class - Module 2: Production ManagementThis module felt extra special as it was taught by our director Nish*t .sango...
23/04/2026

BMA Class - Module 2: Production Management

This module felt extra special as it was taught by our director Nish*t .sangomla with permanent faculty Laxmi ben .

The class began with the Golden Circle and Business Model Canvas, and smoothly moved into production planning for this year’s exhibition and the coming year.

Through interactive activities, students understood the production process, raw material sourcing, lead time, MOQ, and maintaining quality as per client requirements. They also explored SKUs, inventory management, and cash flow.

The module concluded with jury presentations and thoughtful feedback from our BMA graduate artisan designer.

Basic Design: Sourcing from Heritage and Nature (Module 2)Led by Mr. Rajesh Banerjee along with our permanent faculty Pr...
28/03/2026

Basic Design: Sourcing from Heritage and Nature (Module 2)

Led by Mr. Rajesh Banerjee along with our permanent faculty Prakash Bhai, this module introduced students to the elements and principles of design, the core concepts that guide every design process.

As part of the module, students visited Bhuj’s iconic heritage sites such as Aina Mahal, Prag Mahal, Chhatedi, and Sharad Baug, observing design in both nature and historical architecture.
Through drawing, observation, and hands-on practice, they developed a deeper understanding of these concepts and their connection to their own crafts.

Students also experimented with abstraction from their drawings and translated them into practical craft samples.

The module concluded with a jury, where expert artisan designers shared their feedback and suggestions with the students.

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SDB 41/42 Opp. Hariom Trust Hospital, Adipur , Kutch
Gandhidham
370205

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+918950665616

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