Known as Talapatrachitras, (tala – palm, patra – leaf, chitra – illustration) these palm leaf paintings hold a world of tales and secrets, beautifully depicted by the artists of Orissa.

Palm leaf painting may have begun with decoration of manuscripts with illustrative depictions of the stories or events, and took over to become an art form of its own. With engraving and use of colour, this art form evolved to bring a multitude of ideas, fables and tales to life.

In the zigzag folds of crisp yellow-green leaves, delicately strung together with thread, are needle-sharp fine drawings carefully etched and cut out, telling stories from great mythological epics.

List of material included

1. 1 Zigzag folded Plam Leaf panel

2. Paper, Pencil, Eraser (to sketch)

3. Etching needle - this is only for use during the workshop

4. Special black colour

5. Cutter

6. And references

No prior experience required. You get to take back the painting you make, all other material for use during workshop.

Fees: 1990/- inclusive of all material.

For any queries call us or email us.

Date and Time: 1st September 2019, 11.00 am to 3.00 pm

Duration of the event: 4 hours

Note: No certificate is provided for the workshop.