Ahead of Diwali, watch the art of making earthen 'diyas' and pots
As Hyderabad is getting ready to welcome the celebration of lights, Here are scenes from the workshop of the traditional craftsmen engaged in making the earthen lamps, an integral part of the Diwali celebrations.
Be it Ganesh puja, Dasara or Diwali, people are now prefering eco-friendly materials. Diwali too will be celebrated with clay diyas made by the local potters. The creation of these lamps and pots require great skill and utmost concentration. (EPS | Vinay
Though there has been not much craze for the clay decorative earlier, people now opt to these local products over foreign ones for Diwali. (EPS | Vinay Madapu)
Potters have introduced coloured designer pots to compete the Chinese rivals. Lamps painted in natural colours are also attracting many buyers. (EPS | Vinay Madapu)
The city roads are dotted with vends set up by local potters and a few from Rajasthan selling the same. (EPS | Vinay Madapu)
Making clay diyas are almost the same as making pots,but it demands a lot more or patience and precision. (EPS | Vinay Madapu)
The re-wetting and baking of clay are two strenuous steps involved in the art of pottery. (EPS | Vinay Madapu)
The wet clay as the pot gets its shape is a beautiful sight. (EPS | Vinay Madapu)
