Insights

Studio notes & reflections

Research, observations, field experiences and reflections from the workspace of Satyabhama Majhi.

Traditional Knowledge and the Living Landscape

ResearchJun 20, 2026

Traditional Knowledge and the Living Landscape

Field notes on the natural pigments used in the Niyamgiri hills — chalk stone, charcoal, turmeric, geru soil and brown stone.

What Does Unurbanisation Mean?

UnurbanisationMay 12, 2026

What Does Unurbanisation Mean?

A philosophical inquiry into concrete expansion set against ecological preservation.

The Triangle: A Motif from Niyamgiri

SymbolsFeb 08, 2026

The Triangle: A Motif from Niyamgiri

Why a simple triangle recurs across the Dongaria Kondh paintings, and what it carries.