Srinagar, Jan 22, Jan. 23 -- At his workshop in Lal Bazar, 70-year-old Abdul Aziz Bazaz is transforming walnut wood into intricate works of art that showcase Kashmir's rich cultural heritage. A nationally acclaimed artisan, Bazaz has recreated elaborate Sozni shawl patterns on wood-an unprecedented innovation in Kashmiri woodcarving. With nearly 40 years of experience, Bazaz meticulously reproduces floral motifs, traditional designs, and Arabic calligraphy using hand-made tools of his own creation. His standout work includes a detailed wooden depiction of Dal Lake and its surroundings, attracting collectors and tourists from across India and abroad.Despite never attending formal school, Bazaz's skill has earned him national and internatio...