Mangala Darshan: Graceful Majesty of Shreenathji

About the Workshop

Create this stunning and intricate Pichwai painting of "Mangala Darshan Graceful Majesty of Shreenathji" with native artist Mr. Rajnish Nimbark. Learn this ancient art form's motifs, techniques, and history under close Rajnishji's guidance.

Pichwai painting: Pichwai painting traces its origins back over 400 years to Nathdwara, near Udaipur in Rajasthan, India. These exquisite artworks, crafted on cloth, are renowned for their intricate details and captivating beauty. Pichwai paintings primarily depict various episodes from the life of Lord Krishna, showcasing scenes from his divine journey and mythological narratives.

"Mangala Darshan: Graceful Majesty of Shreenathji ": This Pichwai painting represents the Mangala Swaroop form of Lord Shreenathji, symbolizing auspiciousness, grace, and divine charm. The deity is beautifully adorned in a radiant pink garment, known as Gulabi Vastra, signifying purity, joy, and devotion. The intricate gold detailing on the attire enhances the spiritual grandeur and temple-like richness of the composition. The black face of Shreenathji with gentle, expressive features conveys deep serenity and divine presence. The surrounding floral border, filled with blooming lotus motifs, adds to the sacred and celebratory aura of the artwork. Every element—from color to ornamentation—reflects the early morning Mangala Darshan, a ritual of reverence in Nathdwara tradition. This Pichwai embodies devotion through meticulous artistry, capturing the divine beauty and spiritual harmony of Shreenathji’s Mangala Swaroop.

In this 2-week workshop, create your masterpiec,e learning the techniques and history of this beautiful art form. You can attend live Zoom sessions where you interact with the master artist and other participants, learning not only the art form in depth but also more about the culture of the region. A structured classroom with step-wise instructions, pictures, and recorded videos will be available after the session on Google Classroom

This is a great opportunity to learn the motifs, techniques, and history of this ancient art form. Sign up for the workshop today!

Theme: Mangala Darshan: Graceful Majesty of Shreenathji

Date: 24th March to 4th April 2026 (Tues, Thurs, Fri & Sat.)

Time: 8 PM to 9:15 PM IST

Duration: 8 sessions (10 Hours Approx.)

Original Price: ₹ 2800

Learning Objectives and Modules

Learn the intricate design and techniques of Pichwai painting along with live artist interaction. Also, learn the importance and the folk stories behind the paintings, and their relevance in modern times.

What we will learn :

To understand the religious and cultural significance of Shreenathji in Pichwai painting, explore its symbolism, artistic techniques, and devotional context.
To learn the intricate detailing of the Pichwai painting
To learn the technique of shading used in Pichwai Painting
To learn how to make jewelry in Pichwai painting
Learn intricate colouring and how to use complementary colours

Module Details

Module 1: Preparing the sketch & base colour of the background

Module 2: How to do the base colour of the Face

Module 3: How to give base colour to the Dress

Module 4: How to do the shading & detailing of the face

Module 5: How to do the shading & detailing of the dress

Module 6: How to do the shading & detailing of the lower part & border

Module 7: How to do the shading & detailing of the jewelry

Module 8: Adding Finishing Touches

Materials Needed

• 16 * 24 inches Chart papers / Canvas
• Pencils / Eraser / Sharpener
• Black colour Pen / Thin marker
• Colors: Crimson Red, White, Black, Cadmium Yellow, Permanent Orange, Sap Green, Yellow ochre, Prussian blue, Cobalt blue, Metallic Golden, Burnt Sienna, Scarlet red, Ultramarine blue, chrome yellow, light green
• Brushes (000, 00, 0, 1 2 4 8 10 12 14 16 18 number)

(Basic sketch would be provided as pre-work for tracing/sketching)

About the Master Artist

Mr. Rajnish Nimbark ji is a State Award-winning artist from Jaipur, Rajasthan in India. He comes from a family of artists who have practiced traditional Pichwai painting for generations.

Know more - About the Artist

Image Source and Disclaimers

Disclaimer for the art workshop:

The artist will make the painting in the standard size, and it is recommended to use the same size. However, participants may choose other sizes as per their convenience and seek artist guidance in live sessions to manage the artwork in their chosen size of canvas.
Artist typically the brushes at their convenience as they have years of experience. Participants may choose the brush size as per their convenience and level of expertise, and seek artist guidance in the live sessions.
Artists use the sample image as a reference image for teaching purposes only. They typically provide their interpretation and variations to make a unique artwork. Sample image is not copied as it is and Catterfly provides the due credit to the original artist (wherever available) in our marketing communications.

**Displayed image is a representational image from the net**

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Contact details to Learn More

E-Mail: info@catterfly.art

Phone: +916393897910

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Duration

10 Hrs

Price

$ 36

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