Like every form of art, tattoo making has evolved over the years. Traditionally tattoos were known for their bold outlook and discreet outlines. However, with the advent of watercolor tattoos, this art has been given a new definition and a new look. Its abstract designs and ambiguous shapes have added a new dimension to the tattoo making industry and the customers now have a wider variety to choose from. Also, watercolor tattoos definitely give artists more freedom to explore their creativity. The Week’s Swasti Gautam spoke to Shree Tisi and Mik Lepcha, tattoo artists at Mohan’s Tattoo Inn in Thamel, to know more about this exciting version of tattoo making.

Tewa is a self-funded organization that was established to work for women empowerment. But, in the last decade, it realized the need to invest in children as well and have been conducting children’s program every Saturday. Sarada Gurung and Tara Thapa joined Tewa as volunteers in 2003 and 2005 respectively. When the children’s program began in 2007, they both jumped on the bandwagon and have been taking care of the project. The children lovingly refer to them as “guruama”. Isha Upadhyay talked to them to find out how their decade-long journey has been and what challenges they have had to overcome along the way.