Nauka Vihar Radha Krishna

About the workshop

Enjoy the learning of Pattachitra painting "Nauka Vihar Radha Krishna " using traditional motifs and techniques with national awardee artist Mr. Bhaskar Mohapatra

Pattachitra is an ancient art form from Odisha, India, dating back to the 12th century. Artists, called Chitrakars, use 100% natural colors from conch shells and minerals to create intricate paintings on various surfaces like cloth, palm leaves, wood, and jewelry. The art depicts Hindu mythological stories, particularly around Lord Jagannath, Vaishnavism, and local folk tales, reflecting Odia tradition. Evolving, Pattachitra adapted to British and European tastes in the 19th century, preserving its rich legacy with vibrant colors and intricate details, offering a captivating visual representation of Odia culture.

Yamuna and Krishna share their bluish dark complexion, and she is a silent witness to the rasa-vilasa of Krishna. She assists him by providing charming nikunjas or arbours and sets the scenes for many of Krishna's escapades and adventures. Bhaskar Mohapatra and soak in the beauty of divine love through this painting. In this workshop, we are going to make a scene of Nauka Vihar wherein Lord Krishna and Radha, along with Gopis, are enjoying a trip down the river Yamuna.

This Pattachitra painting illustrates a graceful Krishna Leela scene, where Lord Krishna is shown boating with the gopis, symbolizing love, devotion, and divine playfulness. Krishna is depicted in his characteristic blue form, holding a pole, while the gopis sit beside him adorned with traditional jewelry and expressive postures. The calm river, lotuses, and swans enhance the sense of serenity and spiritual harmony. Fine, rhythmic lines and intricate detailing are hallmarks of the Pattachitra style seen throughout the figures and borders. The earthy yet vibrant color palette, using natural tones, gives the painting a timeless and devotional quality. Decorative floral borders frame the narrative, guiding the viewer’s eye across the scene.

In this 3-week workshop, create your masterpiece, 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. The recorded videos will be available after the sessions as well.

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

Learning Objectives and Modules

Learn the intricate design and techniques of Pattachitra paintings along with live artist interaction. Also, learn the importance of Ram Rajyabhishe scene, the folk stories behind the paintings, their relevance in modern times, and the peculiar features of Pattachitra painting, from base coloring to detailing.

What we will learn :

To understand the significance of Radha Krishna in Hindu mythology.
Detailed knowledge about the process of making canvas and natural colors.
To develop foundational skills in Pattachitra painting techniques, including line work, color application, and composition.
To understand and value the cultural and artistic importance of Pattachitra art.

Module Details

Module 1: Sketch preparation
Module 2: Base color to Radha Krishna and gopis.
Module 3: Background color
Module 4: Patterns on costumes
Module 5: Ornaments design

Module 6: Black outline on motifs

Module 7: Black outline on motifs continues day 2

Module 8: Inner border and outer border

Module 9: Patterns on the boat.

Module 10: Finishing touch

Materials Needed

Chart papers / Canvas - 18 by 24 inches
Pencils / Eraser / Sharpener
Black colour Pen / Thin marker
Acrylic colors
Long Hair Brushes: 0/1/2/3

(Basic Sketch Would Be Provided As Pre-Work For Tracing / Sketching)

About the Master Artist

Bhaskar Mohapatra is an award-winning Pattachitra artist from Odisha, India, known for vibrant scroll paintings without pencil or charcoal sketches. He continues a family tradition of hereditary chitrakars, emphasizing cultural and familial importance. Using traditional methods for colors and canvases adds authenticity, preserving Pattachitra's cultural heritage. Bhaskar's diverse themes and award-winning work contribute to the versatility and significance of Pattachitra art nationally, aiding its continuation and revitalization.

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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 at their convenience and seek artist guidance in live sessions to manage the artwork in their chosen canvas size.
The artist typically uses 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.

Contact Information

E-Mail: info@catterfly.art

Phone: +916393897910

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Terms And Conditions

1. Payment: 100% advance before the video access.
2. No part of the session or the performance can be recorded and electronically reproduced and distributed
3. Copyrights of the artwork done in Catterfly Workshops remains with Catterfly and Artists. Any commercial reproduction of the same/similar painting infringes on the copyrights and is subject to royalty.
4. Video access would be available for 3 weeks from the time of purchase.

5. Catterfly Travel Pvt. Ltd is based in India and is governed by local regulations and bylaws.

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