Couple in India help traditional artisans get back to business

An Indian artist Sanjay Chitara works at his residence in Ahmedabad, India. Photo: AP

"Sanjhi," the ancient Indian art of paper-cutting using nature-inspired motifs, is how Ram Soni puts food on the table. It's also a carefully preserved skill passed down through generations in his family.

Using special scissors given to him by his parents, who taught him the craft at an early age, he patiently carves out intricate pieces from folded paper to create complex stencils that stand out against contrasting coloured paper.