Workshops & Collaborations
‘River Weaving’ Workshop Collaboration
Part of Totally Thames 2019, this workshop was led collaboratively by textile artist Rachna Garodia & installation artist and activist Camilla Brendon. A walk along the river with a focus on environmental issues faced by the Thames and water systems as a whole, followed by an introduction to weaving with yarns prepared from waste fabrics & plastics.
‘Grace’ Artist Collaboration with Kate Lowe
A collection of artwork in collaboration with artist Kate Lowe. This series of work has painted and photographed surfaces which are delicately embroidered with texts and motifs by Rachna Garodia. ‘Grace’ was part of the group show ‘Restless Elements’ opened by Rebecca Hossack at Re:centre, London, March 2020
Community Workshops
Rachna has been invited to conduct workshops for schools and general public as an introduction to the ancient craft of weaving. Participants are provided with a lot of prepared found materials to weave with during these fun and engaging sessions.
Re:Centre Artist Residency
A double six months art residency at the Re:centre studios has proven to be the most positive experience (March 2019 -March 2020). Interaction with other artists from diverse disciplines and observing other creative practices up close has had a profound effect on Rachna’s own textile art practice.
The Pollen Collective
Rachna was recently invited to join The Pollen Collective. Born from a need to connect and collaborate, this group is made up of professional and emerging artists and writers. Its 25 members have diverse practices and skills, which combined with curiosity and generosity, are the foundations of the collective.