Traditionally, the Gadwas, Gonds, and Dhurwas tribes of Chhattisgarh practice Dhokra art using the lost wax technique or hollow casting. This process involves intricately patterning a clay core with wax ribbons and then carefully coating it with a mixture of clay and hay. The wax is subsequently melted off, and the cavity formed is filled with molten metal—an alloy of copper and tin. Once this solidifies, the craftsman reveals the beauty of his creation by cautiously breaking open the outer clay shell. Inspiration for casting these unique pieces of art comes from the abundant natural environment—be it the village ghotul, the myriad trees, birds, and animals, mythology, or rituals.