K Padmaja  has studied at NIFT, New Delhi and her work now ranges from research, documentation and design development to fashion and textiles. Her last assignment included showcasing a range of clothes for women created out of MUGA and Eri silks of Assam at a special Assam textiles evening held at and organized by Taj Mahal Mumbai. She ahs participated in many international symposia such as ” International Symposium on Natural Dyes” under the aegis of UNESCO and the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts) and “Sui Dhaga: Crossing Borders through Needle and Thread” in collaboration with the India International Centre and Crafts Council of India. Currently, she resides in Kolkata, where she has her own studio and works closely with crafts people.