PATA India Christ University Student Chapter: Pottery Workshop at Studio Raw Promotes Cultural Heritage and Economic Empowerment
Bangalore, Karnataka, India, 17th December 2023 – PATA India CHRIST University Student Chapter hosted a Pottery Workshop held at Studio Raw in Jayanagar, Bengaluru, offered participants a unique opportunity to learn traditional pottery techniques from skilled artisans. This event aimed to enhance the tourist experience, promote art tourism, and create sustainable economic opportunities for local artists. With over 20 attendees, the workshop fostered a closer connection between tourists and the local community while celebrating the rich cultural heritage of pottery making.
The workshop not only provided a platform for creative expression but also aimed to economically empower local artisans. By engaging tourists directly with the artisans, the event promoted community development and highlighted the importance of supporting local crafts. Participants gained hands-on experience in pottery making, creating a memorable and enriching experience that underscored the cultural significance of this traditional art form.
The Pottery Workshop successfully met its objectives of enhancing tourist engagement, promoting art tourism, and increasing visibility for local artisans. The positive outcome of the event demonstrated the potential for such initiatives to foster economic empowerment and community development, while also providing a unique and authentic experience for tourists.
About PATA India CHRIST University Student Chapter:
Founded in 2020, PATA India CHRIST University Student Chapter is India’s first PATA Student Chapter. The organization is run by students of the tourism discipline of CHRIST (Deemed to be University) to benefit more than 250 members spanning across undergraduate and postgraduate tourism programmes in the university. The members are encouraged to participate in activities hosted by the chapter, focusing on various industry concerns, including sustainability and industry development.
Reach out to PATA India CHRIST University Student Chapter:
Instagram: @pata_cu_
Facebook: @patachristuniversity
LinkedIn: @patachristuniversity
Email: patacustudentchapter@gmail.com
For more information, please contact:
Anokha Eloyza Satheesh, Chairperson
Email: anokha.satheesh@bba.christuniversity.in
