Sanjhi Paper Cutting Experience

About this experience

This experience opens into the world of Sanjhi, a craft where a single sheet of paper carries entire scenes through precise cuts. Inside the workspace of Shri Ram Soni the practice feels steady and focused. Patterns are first drawn with a quiet certainty. The blade moves slowly, lifting out shapes until the negative space becomes the artwork itself. The tradition is rooted in devotional imagery and temple rituals, yet its calm rhythm makes it feel timeless. A small Sanjhi motif is created during the session, guided by techniques that have travelled through Rajasthan for generations. The process is delicate and absorbing. By the end, the finished piece shows how something seemingly fragile can still hold remarkable clarity and detail. What It Covers: A clear introduction to Sanjhi paper cutting where designs emerge through controlled cutting and careful removal of shapes Guided practice in tracing and cutting motifs while learning how precision creates depth and pattern Insight into the devotional origins of Sanjhi art and its strong cultural presence in Rajasthan A closer look at the artist’s approach to handling tools, paper strength and fine detailing A take home paper cut artwork created using traditional Sanjhi methods