Hello
I'm Anjana Bhardwaj — an artist and woodworker who tells quiet stories through handmade wooden art, furniture, and everyday objects.
I grew up in Bombay and have been living in Istanbul for over a decade, where my work is shaped by a mix of Indian roots, Turkish influences, and a deep love for nature.
With a background in interior architecture and yacht design, I bring a designer’s sense of form and detail to everything I make — but it’s my love for painting and storytelling that truly guides me.
I started small, working from the balcony of my apartment, and now I have a studio in Moda, where I create each piece by hand (often in the company of my two very opinionated workshop cats).
I love working with natural wood — letting the grain guide the composition, and blending colour, texture, and form in a way that feels both personal and peaceful.
Whether it’s a cosmic beetle painted on a tray, or a set of coasters inspired by folk art and ancient motifs, every piece I make is meant to be used, loved, and lived with.
My process is slow, my materials are honest, and my goal is simple: to create work that carries meaning, and feels like home.
What I do
I like to think of myself as a modern-day woodworker.
I work almost exclusively with wood, creating unique handmade pieces using a blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern tools. Most of my pieces are one of a kind — unless specially requested, I don’t repeat designs. Every object is something I’ve imagined, drawn, and brought to life myself.
All materials are sourced locally, and when collaboration is needed, I work with local artisans. Nothing is mass-produced, and I don’t use suppliers who mass produce.
My growing portfolio includes paintings, furniture, jewellery boxes, trays of all kinds, purses, quirky portraits, games, toys, and lamps.
I also work with clients to create custom pieces tailored to their space, stories, and needs.
Above all, I aim to keep learning, keep experimenting, and continue making work that is both functional and unique — pieces that carry character, care, and a little bit of joy.
From quiet sketches to finished forms, every piece begins with an idea — and ends with a story you can hold.
