Kamal Talai in Pichwai

About the Workshop

Create this stunning and intricate traditional Pichwai painting of Kamal Talai 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.

Kamal Talai in Pichwai: Kamal Talai, often depicted in Pichwai paintings, represents the lotus pond. It is a sacred setting, symbolizing purity and divine presence in Hindu mythology. The lotus, emerging from murky waters, signifies spiritual enlightenment and transcendence. In Pichwai art, Kamal Talai is adorned with vibrant lotus blossoms, reflecting the artist's reverence for the divine. Through intricate brushwork and vivid colors, Pichwai painters bring Kamal Talai to life, inviting viewers into a realm of spiritual significance and artistic beauty.

In this 1-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!

Theme: Kamal Talai in Pichwai

Date: 10th to 15th June 2024 (Mon to Sat)

Time: 8 to 9 pm IST

Duration: 6 sessions (6 Hours Approx.)

Price: INR 1400

Materials Needed

• 16 * 20 inches Chart papers / Canvas
• Pencils / Eraser / Sharpener
• Black colour Pen / Thin marker
• Colors : Crimson Red, White, Black, Cadmium Yellow, Permanent Orange, Sap Green, Yellow ochre, Prussian blue, Cobalt blue, Metallic Golden, Burnt Sienna
• 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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