He has always been an admirer of the tall, magnificent coconut trees. And the nature lover in him wanted to make better use of the coconut shells that were burnt in his backyard. So, G.S. Chandu Nair ...

For Ananda Perumal, the best thing about working with coconut shells is that, he does not “disturb anyone” in the process. “Like the rain, my material comes from above,” says the artisan, adding, “I ...

CHENNAI: A re you a nature enthusiast-cum-eco-friendly art lover? Have you ever wondered how coconut shells can be put to use? Anandaperumal, a coconut shell artist from Tirunelvelli gives the best of ...

Having worked with coconut shells for over two decades, artist Shalily Sajad has transitioned to a new medium – three-dimensional sculptural painting. The 52-year-old from Lenggeng, Negeri Sembilan ...

Mohd Zuki Ramli uses natural materials such as coconut shells and fibres to create handicraft in the shape of animals and insects, among others. (Bernama pic) A homestay worker in Kampung Kijang here ...

Panaji: Ten years after its initial rejection, the state’s handicraftsmen are hopeful of receiving the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) tag for their iconic coconut carving and shell items.

With the pandemic affecting jobs, the Lagos State Coconut Development Agency (LASCODA) is training about 100 youths, retirees and women to use coconut shells in art and craft to earn income. The ...