My relationship with the Lalwani family goes back decades. Mona and her daughters are all avid collectors of my art works.  As our relationship developed over the years, I became familiar with their inspirational embroideries and creative line of work. It gave me great joy that a family so closely affiliated with art and fashion enjoyed and appreciated my artistic journey.  It has been a wonderful relationship with a deep connection that has developed meaningfully from clients to collaborators. 
 

In 2020 Marsil envisioned this project to support their Karigars at the start of the Covid pandemic. As an Indian-born artist, my roots and inspiration have always been deeply embedded in India, the cause immediately resonated and I am so proud of this collaboration. The series entitled “Vishvakarta“ was a limited edition series of 25 embroidered works with a beautiful and unique balance of colors and texture. It encompasses the essence of both French and Indian art in its composition, a reflection of my life and cultural influences. The money raised helped many karigars and their families tide through difficult times during the pandemic and I am proud to have been part of this project that well served the community in my beloved India, my motherland.
 

- Sujata Bajaj