Design Resource
Ganesha Idol Making
Pen, Maharashtra
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Making Process
Process of Making PoP Idols
Casting
When the clay was used for idol making, it was environmentally less harmful than PoP. It is a white powder used for casting idols. A proper mixture of PoP is prepared and poured in mould to shape the idol, and natural fiber (Katha) is used for adding strength to the substance. The body of the mould is rubber which is kept inside the original mould. Once set, the idol is removed from mould, and is painted with white primer to paint.
Painting
Once the mould has been opened, the hands that are made separately are attached to the idol's body. The painting process begins with the coat of primer, after which the Ganesha is painted in skin color with a fairer tone. The clothes and other designs are also painted on or embellished. At last, the eyes are painted, sometimes by women or girls, giving it a feminine touch.
