Touching the earth, meeting new people, gathering thoughts and material for her shows is always a thrill.

Vrikma at the machine sewing the dress. She used a foot operated machine, her keen eye, and instincts.

The generosity and warmth of the Gadi people was beautiful.

On her very first day in the Himalayas Katherine was struck by the incredibly strong men and women that would carry straw and slate up and down the mountainside.

Photographed here with Vrikma- the seamstress who created the amazing Gadi wedding dress for the show.

Much time was spent with Gadi children as new material was gathered for the story.