This is a very special type of wood carving and the products are manufactured in Jammu and Kashmir, India. Walnut trees grow at an altitude of 5500-7500 feet above sea level. Kashmir is one of the few places in the world where walnuts are still available. This wood is very dense and durable. This texture…

Pichhwai are intricate paintings which portray Lord Krishna. They exist in the holy town of Nathdwara in the Rajasthan state of India. The temple of Shrinathji In Nathdwara is believed to have provided a boost to the art activities in the town. It is recorded that to avoid the oppression of the iconoclast Mughals and…

Wood Craft Work Bihar has a history of amazing wood craftwork from time immemorial. It reached its zenith during the Mauryan Dynasty under Emperor Ashoka’s rule. Till date many artistic pieces are created in Bihar which shows the unique creativity and durability at a very good price. During Ashok’s reign, the Royal Throne, Palace gates…

This distinct form of painting evolved from the paintings of the Vijayanagar Empire (1336-1565 AD). Over the years, they kept absorbing the local artistic traditions and customs and the Vijayanagar School of Painting gradually evolved into many styles of painting in South India, including the Mysore and Tanjore schools of painting. After the death of Tipu…

Navarathri celebrates the triumph of good over evil. It is celebrated in various traditions all over India. This festival is celebrated with zest and festivities for many days. This also marks the beginning of the Winter Season. Most of North celebrates it with lots of dance, music and special foods. On the 10th day, effigies…

Warli Paintings is a beautiful folk art of Maharashtra, traditionally created by the women of the Warli and Malkhar koli tribes. Warli Painting is the traditional and cultural intellectual property preserved across generations by the Warli Tribe. This tribe is found on the northern outskirts of Mumbai, in Western India. They do not have a…

This type of paintings is done on textiles using pen or blocks. The literal meaning to this name is “Kalam” which means pen and “Kari” which means craftmenship. This art is practised only in Andhra Pradesh, India and in some parts of Persia. Natural dyes are used in this painting which includes Wax, Buffalo milk,…

Kuchupudi is the classical dance of Andhra Pradesh. It is named after the village Kuchelapuram or Kuchilapuri in Krishna District of Andhra Pradesh where it was developed. The name of the village is itself derived from Sanskrit Kusilava-puram, which means “the village of actors.” Kuchipudi, like other classical dance forms in India, traces its roots…

Traditional architecture is very beautiful. The houses were built using the local materials accessible around the area to suit the climate of the area and the traditions of the owner. Each Indian state had its own distinct method of constructing homes based on their cultural and financial status. This week is about the traditional homes…

India has some of the oldest and finest sculptures in the world, alongside its rich history, culture and heritage. The sculptures of the Indus Valley Civilization (200 -2500 BC) are mainly based on stone, terra cotta and bronze. India’s prehistoric sculptures are found in stone, clay, ivory, copper and gold. The Indian sculptures reflect contemporary…