About the Workshop
Create this stunning and intricate traditional Pichwai painting of Holy Cow Near Darwar in Pichwai with native artist Mr. Rajnish Nimbark. Learn the motifs, techniques, and history of this ancient art form 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.
Holy Cow Near Darwar in Pichwai: Cows are an important part of Hindu mythology and play a significant role in the story of Krishna. In the Pichwai painting tradition as well, cows play an important role as lord Krishna was a cowherd in the formative years of his life, Pichwai in particular focuses on the events in Shri Krishna’s life as a seven-year-old. In Nathdwara, people generally worship cows in gratitude for all that they provide, by bathing and decorating them and performing rituals for them. Cow is associated with Aditi, which means the mother of all Gods. The cow is also considered a representative of divine and natural beneficence. It is also known for wealth, strength, and abundance
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 culture of the region. 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 the motifs, techniques, and history of this ancient art form. Sign up for the workshop today!