ABOUT THIS EPISODE
This episode features Dr. Yumnam Sapha Wangam Apanthoi, an award-winning artist, researcher, printmaker, and Assistant Professor of Fine Arts at Manipur University. His work explores folklore, mythology, material culture, and indigenous knowledge while bridging traditional practices with contemporary art.
Dr. Sapha shares his journey from a small village in Manipur to becoming a nationally recognized artist and researcher. We discuss the role of art in preserving cultural memory, the stories embedded in traditional knowledge, the revival of the endangered Subika painting tradition, and how artists can draw from history and heritage to create meaningful work that resonates today.
Guest: Dr. Sapha Yumnam
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