Story of the Month - July 2022
Federation of Asian Storytellers
Celebrating Asian Storytelling and Storytellers
The Wishing Tree is a traditional story from Rajasthan, a state in northwest India which, like the story, has its own desert.
The story is about a man who loves to travel but is always in a hurry, he forgets to pack essentials for travelling. One day he was visiting his friend in a far-off village and as usual, he forgets to carry enough food n water to last for his entire journey.?In the middle of the desert, he wishes he could have some food and water - and from somewhere a pot filled with cold water pops up and then juicy fresh fruits. His wishes come true, one after the other. Strange isn't?it? How is it possible? Watch this colourful Kamishibai story to know what happens next!'
I heard this story a long?time back as a child. But while looking for a story for FEAST FEST last year, I chanced upon this one and immediately froze as I saw the immense possibility to represent it in a colorful traditional?Indian way in Kamishibai. I am among the very few Kamilshibai storytellers in India. Putting words into images and pictures is what Kamishibai?is for?me. I visualized elements in a peek-a-boo form and added them to suit the story. I hope I did justice to it.?
To find out more about Archana and her work as a storyteller: Archana Chandel : bio
I am glad to share we have?IKA- Indian Kamishibai Association?which was launched last year. We welcome all to join us on this beautiful journey. Link to Indian Kamishibai Association
Professional Storyteller. Spoken word, narrative, community, wonder.
2 年Bernadette Russell this makes me think of you