20 Rangoli with dots kolam designs by Priya Nanthakumar

Priya Nanthakumar's kolam designs can be literally seen in every household in India. Kolams are an integral part of Indian culture, especially in Southern India. Waking up to carnatic music bhajan, watering the tulsi plants, decorating the front porch with beautiful kolam art is part of the culture. Priya's kolam designs range from simple to complex detailed designs. First the dots are created on the floor with rice flour and lines are connected to make knotted designs which then create the beautiful rangolis. The twists and turns in her kolam designs remind us of a women's braids.