folk art

Gond Art comes with a rich history and nature-inspired themes. Now commonly used, it embodies the culture of the Gond tribe of Madhya Pradesh.

The coastal region of Tulu Nadu, stretching beyond Mangalore, has a lot of cultural value imbibed in its traditional beliefs and rituals. Among these the most significant ritual is the Bhoota Kola.

The Pichwai Paintings are believed to have originated about four centuries ago. It is said to have arisen from the state of Rajasthan, more precisely from the Nathdwara town in the state. The word “Pichh” means back, and the word “wai” translates to textile hanging.

Theyyam traditional folk Art form of Kerala, a thousand-year-old ritual since the folklore has it that these Human Gods solve all the problems who pray to them.  

Mandana is the oldest forms of tribal art that has survived economically in India till ages. It is done in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh by one of the ancientest tribal communities, the Meenas.

The Warli painting, created by the Warli tribe, residing in the north Sahyadri Range is one such priceless art form that though carried on for years by the tribe has found fame, appreciation and usability in today’s modern times.

Some artists break all these barriers to become truly celebrated and their work becomes world renowned. Jamini Roy also belongs to this league.

The best known folk art forms of India that are flourishing with a well-established market for their artefacts are featured here

How to be creative using ready do-it-yourself kit of Indian art and craft. Whenever we want to do some artwork, our choices are confined to few things available in the marketplace – fabric design, oil painting, water colours, paper and gum, etc.