Theyyam: The Living Gods of North Malabar Blog Table of Contents Historical Background and Significance The Gods of the Dance Gulikan Bhairavan Paradevatha Kuttichathan The Theyyam Performance: A Sacred Journey The Role of the Kolakaran Attire and Ornamentation... By Neeyati Rometra
Vahanas and Their Meaning: Divine Mounts in Indian Art Forms Blog Table of Contents Mushaka Garuda Cow Nandi Lion or Tiger Swan Peacock Owl Crocodile Rooster Goat Dog In Indian mythology and art, the concept of vahana (vehicle or mount) holds... By Zeel Sundhani
How to authenticate a Madhubani painting? Blog Table of Contents Know the origin and history of the art form Know the styles - the five Schools of Madhubani art Understand the Mediums: Wall, Cloth, Paper or Canvas... By Zeel Sundhani
Krishna in Colour and Craft: Art Forms That Bring the Krishna Leelas to Life Blog Table of Contents The Birth and Childhood of Krishna Govardhan Leela Kaliya Mardan Dahi handi Krishna and cows Krishna with Gopis Raas Leela Radha Krishna Krishna, the king and charioteer... By Zeel Sundhani
Hands That Speak: Understanding Mudras in Indian art Blog Table of Contents Abhaya Mudra Varada Mudra Anjali Mudra Dhyana Mudra Gyan Mudra Kataka Mudra Musti Mudra Bhumisparshana Mudra Vitarka Mudra Dharmachakra Mudra In Indian art and iconography, hands are... By Zeel Sundhani
Onam and Kerala’s Art Traditions Blog Table of Contents Onam: The Legend of Asura King Mahabali Art and Cultural Traditions of Onam Pookalam: The Traditional Floral Carpets with Intricate Designs Popular Pookalam Designs Making of a... By Salini Vineeth
PARSI GARA EMBROIDERY Blog Table of Contents History of Parsi Gara Technique of Parsi Gara Embroidery Motifs of Parsa Gara Embroidery Later Developments in the Parsa Gara Embroidery Parsi Gara is an exquisite traditional... By Neeyati Rometra
Krishna: The Stories of Devotion Blog Table of Contents A Night of Birth and Celebration Krishna on Canvas, Cloth, and Wall Pichwai: Nathdwara’s Painted Curtains of Faith Kerala Murals: The Southern Glow of the Divine Gond... By Vanirathi Nathani
Blossoming Across Traditions: Flowers in Indian Art Blog Table of Contents The Lotus Lotus in Pichwai Painting Lotus in Madhubani Painting Lotus in Kalamkari Paintin Lotus in Kalighat Painting The Jasmine Jasmine in Krishna Art Jasmine in Mughal... By Vanirathi Nathani
Ganesh Chaturthi: The Art & Evolution of Ganesh Murti Making Blog “Vakra Tunda Mahakaaya Koti Surya Samaprabha Nirvignam Kurume Deva Sarva Kaaryeshu Sarvataa” Meaning: I worship the Lord with a curved trunk and huge body with the effulgence of a core... By Zeel sundhani
Nature, myths and meaning in Indian tribal art Blog Table of Contents Gond Saura Bhil Warli Mandana Mata ni Pachedi Kutchi embroidery and applique work References India is a land of diverse cultures and communities, rooted in their specific... By Zeel Sundhani
How to Authenticate a Pichwai Painting? Blog Table of Contents Check the Materials: Cloth, pigments and brushes Observe the technique and layers Inspect iconography and motifs Look for physical and provenance clues Handmade vs Print: How to... By Zeel Sundhani
