Shreenathji In Cosmic Night

About the Workshop

Create this stunning and intricate traditional Pichwai painting of "Shreenathji In Cosmic Night" 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.

"Shreenathji In Cosmic Night": "Shreenathji in Cosmic Night" refers to a manifestation of Lord Krishna, set against the backdrop of a cosmic night. This portrayal captures the divine presence of Shreenathji, who is often seen adorned in vibrant garments and intricate jewelry, symbolizing his regal and divine nature. The cosmic night setting represents the vast universe, filled with stars and celestial bodies, signifying the omnipresence of the divine. The artwork or concept emphasizes the deep spiritual connection between the deity and the cosmos, inviting devotees to reflect on the infinite and universal aspects of the divine. The Kamal Talai refers to a lotus pond, which is sometimes depicted in the background or as part of the surroundings, symbolizing purity and spiritual enlightenment. The combination of Shreenathji, cow and Kamal Talai in art evokes a sense of peace, devotion, and divine grace, inviting devotees into a contemplative and worshipful mood.

In this 3-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!

Materials Needed

• 16 * 24 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, 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.