Time: 11:00 - 12:30 PM IST

Duration: 8 Days

19th - 20th September Aipan

26th - 27th September Pichwai

3rd - 4th October Kerala Mural

10th - 11th October Bengali Mural

Language: Hindi

Fee: 2400 INR (Per Participant)

Tutor : Mrs. Vineeta

Introduction: India is known its diverse cultures as every region has its unique chronicle that has been carefully articulated in its own artform. Art was always considered an activity to indulge in from time to time and eventually those legacies stand through today to speak the stories of the history. This folk month we will be focusing on Aipan, Pichwai, Kerala Mural and Bengali Mural. Through the workshop you will get to learn some basic historic details of the art style and what really makes that artform unique in its own. 

Things you will require during the course:

Laptop / Desktop / Phone / Tablet access along with good internet connection.

The link to the class will be shared once you enrol for the course.

Basic material : Pencils along with Eraser and Sharpeners.

Aipan : Red Thick Sheet A3 Size, White Marker, White pen 

Pichwai : Watercolor Artist Quality, Brushes - Number: 0,3,5 , Brush Pens, Good Quality Watercolor Sheet. 

Kerela Mural: Watercolor Artist Quality, Brushes - Number: 0,3,5 , Brush Pens, Good Quality Watercolor Sheet, Fine Line Black Pen : 0.3. 

Bengali Mural: Cartridge sheet Sheet A3 Size, Fine Line Black pen:0.3 , Black Sketch Pen

What will you learn during the Workshop:

For Aipan:

Learn the history of the art form as you get a hands-on understanding about the aspects associated with the art style.

The importance of themes, motifs, patterns and techniques that come handy when creating Aipan Art.

We will experiment on drawing artistic compositions during the workshop.

Get your own Aipan Art painting at the end of the workshop.

For Pichwai:

Learn the history of the art form as you get a hands-on understanding about the aspects associated with the art style.

The importance of themes, motifs, patterns and techniques that come handy when creating Pichwai Art.

We will experiment on drawing artistic compositions during the workshop.

Get your own Pichwai Art painting at the end of the workshop.

For Kerala Mural:

A brief history on Kerala Mural Painting and how the art form has evolved over time.

The usage of mythology to paint this art style.

How the patterns, shapes, motifs, lines and textures are creatively used.

How to convey the story through the Kerala Mural art form.

For Bengali Mural:

Learn the history of the art form as you get a hands-on understanding about the aspects associated with the art style.

The importance of themes, motifs, patterns and techniques that come handy when creating Bengali Mural Art.

We will experiment on drawing artistic compositions during the workshop.

Get your own Bengali Mural Art painting at the end of the workshop.

Who this course is for:

This workshop is ideal for anyone (10 years and above) who wishes to learn the traditional art forms at beginner level.

This course is intended for people looking to enhance their art skills and children looking to learn new art techniques.

About BAFA : BAFA is an art community curated by profound artists from all around the globe who are looking to spread the knowledge and passion for art amongst everybody. BAFA conducts online and offline workshops teaching over 30 different art forms with a fantastic blend of in-house artists who have spent decades in mastering the skill that the art form demands. We also have our own online store and personalized portrait section which allows the artist’s work to reach a wider audience and help them sell their artwork. Keen to know different art forms, join BAFA and you can engage with the renowned artists and learn new art forms from time to time.

About Artist: With 30 years of experience in art and design, Mrs Vineeta is a very popular folk artist from Jaipur. She believes in keeping the legacy of the traditional art forms alive and thus has dedicated her career towards learning and preaching about them to those who have been keen on learning art. She is proud to be associated with BAFA to pass down her knowledge of Kalamkari art style.