Before taking this path, a young woman from India working in international trade and traveling the world. “I realized that this activity was no longer suitable for me. I want to open another door. » Four years ago, she moved with her husband to Cognac and launched sustainable art. “We are all trying to do something on our scale for the environment. He acted with his work for his 3 year old daughter, Holly.

Indian technique in his art

To create a masterpiece, it takes about ten days. This painter was inspired by the techniques of his ancestors. Sometimes mixing French and English, he recounts his creative process. “First, we soak the silk in buffalo milk, then dry it for a day. After this step, Parmeet Kaur uses flowers and food to create color. These combine to give texture to the art. “I used marigolds (an Indian carnation that can be found in Cognac) for yellow, hibiscus for pink and indigo flowers for blue. »

In India, it is easier to find local fabric manufacturers

He mixed the color with vinegar and gum arabic, gum, to fix the paint on the fabric. The entire process takes place in his studio, rue de Boston in Cognac. The main challenge is to use local materials at least in French. The indigo flower comes from the south of France, and instantly recovers the ingredients at the local restaurant Arty Show. For silk from Germany, have not found a French supplier. “In India, it’s easier to find a local fabric manufacturer, even if it’s starting to develop in France,” the artist said.

Between nature and terroir

Parmeet Kaur grew up in Punjab, India. His mother, a surgeon, practiced yoga and “organic farming”. An ecological farm with compost that inspires the artist’s ethic. “I lost my mother eight years ago. He is always with me in my art,” he said, nostalgic but with a friendly smile. In his work, he seeks to represent the local fauna and flora.