I was working on an Indian wedding concept. I really liked the idea. But somehow as I imagined the scene 20 faces in my mind, that was not reflecting in my sketches. I liked sketches individually but it seemed unsuccessful idea. My imagination did not came out in a good way. Therefore I decided to change my concept for 20 faces scene. But I really liked my sketch of foodie man having always all the food items in his brain. I am a foodie person too. I reflected my emotions through this character. Instead of showing any wedding scene I will show only one foodie person. After coming London I observed food is really expensive here. Many times it happened with me that I check the rates and cancel the food I ordered although I am super hungry. I decided to represent this thought for my big A1 single face.
Since only 10 days are remaining to submit the project and I am taking the risk by changing my
concept on the eleventh hour. But I am pretty sure that if my sketches will work as per my imagination for new concept, I will manage to complete it by hook or crook.
For 20 faces 'Solah shringar of Indian bride' this concept came in my mind. Being an Indian I was known of what are 'solah Shringar'. Literally, ‘Solah’ means Sixteen (16) and ‘Shringar’ means makeup or adornments. ‘Solah Shringar’ encompasses sixteen basic steps of beautification of a woman from head to toe. I read an article which gave me detail information. http://weddings.iloveindia.com/indian-weddings/hindu-marriage/solah-shringar.html
For an Indian bride, the wedding day is the most important day of her life. Most of the girls in our country have lots of dreams for this day, since it marks the beginning of their journey into womanhood. Different kinds of beauty rituals are associated with the wedding day, as her female friends and relatives gather together to prepare her for the most special occasion of her life. Almost all the girls wish to look their best and epitomize beauty on their wedding day. In India, the beautification of the bride consists of sixteen parts and covers almost every part of the body, right from the head to the toe. Those sixteen shringar are as follows:
1. Bindi- The first shringar of the bride, bindi has a strong religious implication and is a sacred symbol of a married woman. Many people decorate it with red and white dots around it and along the eyebrows.
2. Sindoor- A sacred symbol of suhaag, sindoor or vermillion is applied on the center parting of the hair and is a part of the shringar of a married woman.
3. Maangteeka- A hair accessory, Maangtika is worn on the central parting of the hair of the bride. It is mostly made out of gold.
4. Anjana- Kajal or kohl is one of the most popular solah shringar. It is basically applied on the edges of the upper and lower eyelids, enhancing the bride's eyes and making it attractive and appealing.
5. Nath- Nath or the nose ring completes the look of the bride, making her look traditional and ethnic. Made of gold, it is generally worn on the left nostril and is supported by a gold chain, which extends just behind left ear.
6. Haar- After the face, next comes the neck of the bride. It is adored with beautiful haar or necklace, which is usually made of gold and embellished with diamonds, pearls or stones.
7. Karn Phool- Ear rings or karn phool adorn the ear of the bride. Mostly, the ear ring flaunted by the bride is made out of gold and is extremely beautiful and heavy.
8. Mehendi- Mehndi signifies the essence of love in wedlock and is essentially applied on the hands and feet of the bride, to strengthen that bond of love. It is one of the most special pre-wedding rituals in India.
9. Choodiyan- Bangles or choodiyan adore the wrist of the bride and are usally made of glass, laakh or gold. Conventionally, brides adore their wrist with red bangles.
10. Baajuband- Baajuband or more popularly known as armlets are worn on the upper arms of the bride and are similar to bangles in their appearance.
11. Aarsi- The fingers of the bride are adored with exotic rings. Aarsi is the thumb ring which the bride wears. It mostly has mirror embedded on it and enable the bride to have a glimpse of herself as well as her life-partner.
12. Keshapasharachana- Apart from the make-up, hair style plays an imperative role in determining the look of the bride. Mostly, the hair is tied in the braid style, with hair accessories and flowers accentuating the look.
13. Kamarband- Kamarband is a waist band that is tied on the waist line of the bride. Made up of gold, it is embellished with stones, diamonds and precious gems and is beautifully designed.
14. Payal - Made up of silver, it is a thick chain that is tied on the ankle and is adored with tiny bells that make enticing sound. Bichuas or toe rings are similar to rings worn in the fingers of the hand, but are worn in the fingers of each foot.
15. Itar Itar is a special fragrance that is applied on to the bride. It emits a special aroma and that helps the bride stay fresh despite the long elaborate rituals performed.
16. Bridal Dress- Made in bright bridal colors, such as red, maroon, gold or green, bridal dress comprises of saree, lehenga and salwar kurta. It truly brings out the eternal beauty of the bride.
This detail information really made me excited and as me too like traditional things, it brought me more closer to the subject. Being a girl I thought I can represent this subject with proper mood and feelings.
Since only 10 days are remaining to submit the project and I am taking the risk by changing my
concept on the eleventh hour. But I am pretty sure that if my sketches will work as per my imagination for new concept, I will manage to complete it by hook or crook.
For 20 faces 'Solah shringar of Indian bride' this concept came in my mind. Being an Indian I was known of what are 'solah Shringar'. Literally, ‘Solah’ means Sixteen (16) and ‘Shringar’ means makeup or adornments. ‘Solah Shringar’ encompasses sixteen basic steps of beautification of a woman from head to toe. I read an article which gave me detail information. http://weddings.iloveindia.com/indian-weddings/hindu-marriage/solah-shringar.html
For an Indian bride, the wedding day is the most important day of her life. Most of the girls in our country have lots of dreams for this day, since it marks the beginning of their journey into womanhood. Different kinds of beauty rituals are associated with the wedding day, as her female friends and relatives gather together to prepare her for the most special occasion of her life. Almost all the girls wish to look their best and epitomize beauty on their wedding day. In India, the beautification of the bride consists of sixteen parts and covers almost every part of the body, right from the head to the toe. Those sixteen shringar are as follows:
1. Bindi- The first shringar of the bride, bindi has a strong religious implication and is a sacred symbol of a married woman. Many people decorate it with red and white dots around it and along the eyebrows.
2. Sindoor- A sacred symbol of suhaag, sindoor or vermillion is applied on the center parting of the hair and is a part of the shringar of a married woman.
3. Maangteeka- A hair accessory, Maangtika is worn on the central parting of the hair of the bride. It is mostly made out of gold.
4. Anjana- Kajal or kohl is one of the most popular solah shringar. It is basically applied on the edges of the upper and lower eyelids, enhancing the bride's eyes and making it attractive and appealing.
5. Nath- Nath or the nose ring completes the look of the bride, making her look traditional and ethnic. Made of gold, it is generally worn on the left nostril and is supported by a gold chain, which extends just behind left ear.
6. Haar- After the face, next comes the neck of the bride. It is adored with beautiful haar or necklace, which is usually made of gold and embellished with diamonds, pearls or stones.
7. Karn Phool- Ear rings or karn phool adorn the ear of the bride. Mostly, the ear ring flaunted by the bride is made out of gold and is extremely beautiful and heavy.
8. Mehendi- Mehndi signifies the essence of love in wedlock and is essentially applied on the hands and feet of the bride, to strengthen that bond of love. It is one of the most special pre-wedding rituals in India.
9. Choodiyan- Bangles or choodiyan adore the wrist of the bride and are usally made of glass, laakh or gold. Conventionally, brides adore their wrist with red bangles.
10. Baajuband- Baajuband or more popularly known as armlets are worn on the upper arms of the bride and are similar to bangles in their appearance.
11. Aarsi- The fingers of the bride are adored with exotic rings. Aarsi is the thumb ring which the bride wears. It mostly has mirror embedded on it and enable the bride to have a glimpse of herself as well as her life-partner.
12. Keshapasharachana- Apart from the make-up, hair style plays an imperative role in determining the look of the bride. Mostly, the hair is tied in the braid style, with hair accessories and flowers accentuating the look.
13. Kamarband- Kamarband is a waist band that is tied on the waist line of the bride. Made up of gold, it is embellished with stones, diamonds and precious gems and is beautifully designed.
14. Payal - Made up of silver, it is a thick chain that is tied on the ankle and is adored with tiny bells that make enticing sound. Bichuas or toe rings are similar to rings worn in the fingers of the hand, but are worn in the fingers of each foot.
15. Itar Itar is a special fragrance that is applied on to the bride. It emits a special aroma and that helps the bride stay fresh despite the long elaborate rituals performed.
16. Bridal Dress- Made in bright bridal colors, such as red, maroon, gold or green, bridal dress comprises of saree, lehenga and salwar kurta. It truly brings out the eternal beauty of the bride.
This detail information really made me excited and as me too like traditional things, it brought me more closer to the subject. Being a girl I thought I can represent this subject with proper mood and feelings.
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