Top Jaipur Painting Classes

Pichwai is called the art of god. The artists depict the moods of god himself on the canvas. Pichwai - the name means ‘backdrop’, literally were decorations placed as the backdrop for the Lord Shrinathji (a form of Lord Krishna) idol. Today art lovers from around the world take joy in re creating this heritage art which so beautifully defines Rajasthani culture.

Miniature paintings show the incredibly detailed visual narratives of royalty in Rajasthan. Workshop artist Asharam Meghwal won the National Award in 2001 for his significant contribution and also has 45 years of experience and was trained by great teachers, such as Kripal Singh, Nathulalji and Durgeshji. This experience offers to learn the arts from the roots and thus helps to better connect to the history and reasons behind the emergence of the arts.

In this personalized live experience of Marble painting, the participants will learn under the mentor Prof Bhawani Shankar Sharma, an artist whose work has not only been exhibited throughout India in several galleries and shows but also been presented in several international exhibitions. While giving special and personalized attention to everyone, he makes sure that no one misses out on any information or learnings. The workshop is held at his studio only, so the participants also get to see the maestro's personal exhibits. Traces of wall paintings are found on Shekhawati structures erected by Muslim Nawabs, Rajputs, and Banias dating back to the 17th century. The wall painting of Ajanta, Bagh, and Cochin are some examples of the same. The art piece created at the end of the workshop can be taken back as a souvenir along with a certificate.

In this personalised live experience of miniature painting, the participants will learn under the mentor Padam Shri S. Shakir Ali, a renowned miniature painter who specialises in the Mughal style of painting. He has been painting from the age of fifteen guidance of renowned painters, Ram Gopal Vijayvargiya and Ved Pal Sharma. While giving special and personalised attention to everyone, he makes sure that no one misses out on any information or learnings. The workshop is held at his studio only, so the participants also get to see the maestro's personal exhibits. Originated in the 16th century, this art form is known for its incredibly detailed and elaborate style of images created on a highly minute canvas to bring out enchanting visuals. The art form was first commissioned by Rajput kings to preserve the royal festivities in a narrative format The art piece created at the end of the workshop can be taken back as a souvenir along with a certificate.

Visit Sanganer, a small town near Jaipur that is known the world over for its colorful textiles and handmade block printing designs. The colorful freshly dyed fabrics that are put out in the sun to dry, walls splashed with color and the smell of dyes are part of a unique and memorable experience. Visit a local factory and watch the artisans at work. You can even try your hand at block printing.

Learn about its story, grammar, colors, motifs, and special characteristics. You will be learning Madhubani patterns and then make an art form in the workshop. The paintings are traditionally based on mythological stories and pastoral symbols. Even though this art is centuries old, it has preserved its original style and contents in its native land of Mithila. The painting style is well known for its vibrant colors, unique borders, symbolism and mythological stories.