Insights

Studio notes & reflections

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

Traditional Knowledge and the Living Landscape

Research — Jun 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?

Unurbanisation — May 12, 2026

What Does Unurbanisation Mean?

A philosophical inquiry into concrete expansion set against ecological preservation.

The Triangle: A Motif from Niyamgiri

Symbols — Feb 08, 2026

The Triangle: A Motif from Niyamgiri

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