Folk Paintings of India

Indian folk paintings represent a rich tapestry of diverse regional art forms, each with its distinct style, technique, and cultural significance. These paintings, rooted in tradition, showcase a spectrum of themes—mythology, daily life, rituals, and religious motifs. From Warli paintings in Maharashtra to Madhubani in Bihar and Patachitra in Odisha, these art forms reflect the essence of indigenous cultures and heritage across the country.

Kalamkari

  • Kalamkari, an art form from Machilipatnam in Andhra Pradesh, means "painting produced with a pen."
  • It involves a pointed bamboo pen, the Kalam, to control color flow on cloth.
  • The pen, soaked in a mix of water ....
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