About

Neera’s Work explores layering patterns and images using Indian woodblocks. The blocks hold a familiarity unlike other printmaking tools, she finds the process of mark making through these a meditative practice.

Traditionally applied in the textile industry, Neera focuses printing with these blocks beyond these uses. Her diverse work embraces a connection and respect to a traditional art form through unexpected compositions.

She designs her blocks which are then carved by skilled craftspeople in India, a collaboration between cultures and generations linking her past and present to her heritage. Her work is founded on a desire of sharing the beauty of this craft through time and across generations. 

Bio

Born in London, Neera’s interest in printmaking began in 2017, taking up a number of screenprinting courses. Printmaking allowed her to explore layering patterns and images, fundamental in her work.

Neera has facilitated blockprint workshops at venues including the V&A, London, Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery in Ealing, Gunnersbury Museum, Open Ealing & Open Southall. Alongside these Neera runs private sessions for smaller groups and printing sessions for corporate events & schools to further spread the accessibility of the craft.

Her work has been showcased in the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition 2024, Pressing Matters Magazine and she has exhibited her work in local art trails. Her recent Solo exhibition ‘Imprinted’, at the Nehru Centre, Mayfair, explored her connection between this craft & her heritage through her blockprinted stories, drawing on themes of family & her childhood home.

The Blocks

Designed in house by Neera, carved by the artsan communities in India.

Wood type - Sheesham, the Indian Rose Wood or a Teak Wood. Both are indigenous to the land.

Carver communities are based around India. the largest of which is in Jaipur. These carving and printmaking skills have been honed and passed down generations within the communities.