We hope to bring in new design ideas and expand the scope of work and the kind of market artisans can access,” he said. Mr. Babu said with 3D printing, artisans can get Intellectual Property rights for their creations. Poompuhar is also toying with the idea of 3D printing of miniature models of idols. But the modalities will have to be worked out as getting IP rights is expensive”. “Most artisans make idols based on Agama Shastra and what has been passed on to them from earlier generations.

Source: The Hindu June 28, 2016 00:00 UTC