Divine Posture of Shreenath Ji in Pichwai

About the Workshop

Create this stunning and intricate Pichwai painting of "Divine Posture of Shreenath Ji in Pichwai " with native artist Mr. Rajnish Nimbark. Learn this ancient art form's motifs, techniques, and history under close Rajnishji's guidance.

Pichwai painting: Pichwai painting traces its origins back over 400 years to Nathdwara, near Udaipur in Rajasthan, India. These exquisite artworks, crafted on cloth, are renowned for their intricate details and captivating beauty. Pichwai paintings primarily depict various episodes from the life of Lord Krishna, showcasing scenes from his divine journey and mythological narratives.

"Divine Posture of Shreenath Ji in Pichwai ": The divine sitting posture of Shreenath Ji in this Pichwai painting radiates an aura of supreme calm and grace. His serene expression and folded hands symbolize a profound state of meditation and spiritual surrender. The composition balances vibrant colors and subtle nuances, emphasizing the sacredness of Shreenath Ji's presence. This portrayal not only serves as a visual feast but also as a spiritual beacon, inspiring reverence and introspection among its beholders.

In this 2-week workshop create your masterpiece learning the techniques and history of this beautiful art form. You can attend live Zoom sessions where you interact with the master artist and other participants, learning not only the art form in depth but also more about the region's culture. A structured classroom with step-wise instructions, pictures, and recorded videos will be available after the session on Google Classroom

This is a great opportunity to learn this ancient art form's motifs, techniques, and history. Sign up for the workshop today!

Theme: Divine Posture of Shreenath Ji in Pichwai

Date: 14th to 24th April 2025 (Mon to Thurs)

Time: 8 PM to 9 PM IST

Duration: 8 sessions (8 Hours Approx.)

Original Price: ₹ 1999

Learning Objectives and Modules

Learn the intricate design and techniques of Pichwai painting along with live artist interaction. Also, learn the importance and the folk stories behind the paintings, and their relevance in modern times.

What we will learn :

To learn the importance of Shrrnath Ji in Pichwai Painting.
To learn the intricate detailing of the Pichwai painting
To learn the technique of shading used in Pichwai Painting
To learn how to make jewelry in Pichwai painting
Learn intricate colouring and how to use complementary colours

Module Details

Module 1: Preparing the sketch

Module 2: How to do base colour

Module 3: How to give base colour to Shreenath ji's body and the face

Module 4: How to do the detailing of the background

Module 5: How to do the shading of the clothes of Shreenath Ji

Module 6: How to do shading of the body and face of Shreenath Ji

Module 7: How to do shading of the flowers and detailing of jewelry

Module 8: Adding Finishing Touches

Materials Needed

• 16 * 20 inches Chart papers / Canvas
• Pencils / Eraser / Sharpener
• Black colour Pen / Thin marker
• Colors: Crimson Red, White, Black, Cadmium Yellow, Sap Green, Yellow ochre, Prussian blue, Cobalt blue, Metallic Golden, Burnt Sienna, Scarlet red, Ultramarine blue, chrome yellow, light green
• Brushes (000, 00, 0, 1 2 4 8 10 12 14 16 18 number)

(Basic sketch would be provided as pre-work for tracing/sketching)

About the Master Artist

Mr. Rajnish Nimbark ji is a State Award-winning artist from Jaipur, Rajasthan in India. He comes from a family of artists who have practiced traditional Pichwai painting for generations.

Image Source and Disclaimers

Disclaimer for the art workshop:

The artist will make the painting in the standard size, and it is recommended to use the same size. However, participants may choose other sizes as per their convenience and seek artist guidance in live sessions to manage the artwork in their chosen size of canvas.
Artist typically the brushes at their convenience as they have years of experience. Participants may choose the brush size as per their convenience and level of expertise, and seek artist guidance in the live sessions.
Artists use the sample image as a reference image for teaching purposes only. They typically provide their interpretation and variations to make a unique artwork. Sample image is not copied as it is and Catterfly provides the due credit to the original artist (wherever available) in our marketing communications.

**Displayed image is a representational image from the net**

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