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Radha Krishna with Cow and peacocks
Radha Krishna with Cow and peacocks
IRadha and Krishna's story is the epitome of eternal love, which transcends eras and emotions. In this workshop, we will make a painting(motif) based on the vibrant theme of “Radha Krishna with Cow and peacocks” in Kalighat art form. Peacocks and cows have been an irreplaceable part of Shri Krishna.
This artwork is finished in 8 sessions of 1.15 hours. You can pace yourself depending on your skill and experience in sketching, detailing and coloring. Enjoy the making of the artwork and indulge in bringing your personal creations and customization to the artwork.
This artwork is finished in 8 sessions of 1.15 hours. You can pace yourself depending on your skill and experience in sketching, detailing and coloring. Enjoy the making of the artwork and indulge in bringing your personal creations and customization to the artwork.
ORIGINAL PRICE: ₹2000
About the Art &Workshop
Kalighat painting is a vibrant folk art tradition that originated in 19th-century Kolkata, near the Kalighat Kali Temple. Known for its bold outlines, expressive faces, flat yet striking colors, and minimal backgrounds, Kalighat art tells stories from mythology, social life, and everyday human emotions. Figures are stylized with flowing forms, dramatic gestures, and a strong sense of movement, making the artwork visually powerful and narrative-driven.
This painting depicts Radha and Krishna in Vrindavan, expressing divine love, joy, and spiritual harmony. Krishna, playing the flute, symbolizes the call of the divine that draws all beings toward love and devotion, while Radha represents pure bhakti, grace, and emotional balance. Their flowing postures and expressive faces convey a deep, timeless bond.
The cow signifies purity, compassion, and abundance, closely associated with Krishna as the nurturer and protector. The peacocks, resting on the tree branches, symbolize beauty, celebration, and the awakening of nature in the presence of the divine. The lush trees, lotus base, and rhythmic patterns create a sacred landscape where humans, animals, and nature exist in perfect unity.
Rendered in a vibrant folk-art style with bold lines and rich colors, the painting celebrates love, devotion, and harmony with nature, central to Indian mythological and traditional art.
The cow signifies purity, compassion, and abundance, closely associated with Krishna as the nurturer and protector. The peacocks, resting on the tree branches, symbolize beauty, celebration, and the awakening of nature in the presence of the divine. The lush trees, lotus base, and rhythmic patterns create a sacred landscape where humans, animals, and nature exist in perfect unity.
Rendered in a vibrant folk-art style with bold lines and rich colors, the painting celebrates love, devotion, and harmony with nature, central to Indian mythological and traditional art.
Learning Objectives and Modules of the Workshop
Learning Objectives – Kalighat Painting
Beginner Level
Beginner Level
- Understand the history and origin of Kalighat painting.
- Identify key features such as bold outlines, flat colors, and simplified forms.
- Learn basic figure structure and facial proportions in Kalighat style
Intermediate Level
- Practice drawing expressive faces and body postures of Radha–Krishna.
- Learn the traditional color palette and flat color application.
- Develop control over brush strokes and outlining techniques
Advanced Level
- Apply symbolism through elements like cow, peacock, lotus, and trees.
- Create a balanced composition combining figures and nature.
- Complete a finished Kalighat painting reflecting narrative, rhythm, and folk aesthetics.
Module details:
Module 1: Preparing the Sketch
Module 2:Giving the base coloring
Module 3: Continuing the bace color
Module4: How to do shading with Red & black
Module 5:How to do outlines.
Module 6 : How to do the Background
Module 7 : detailing with white
Module 8:Detailing and adding finishing touches
Module 2:Giving the base coloring
Module 3: Continuing the bace color
Module4: How to do shading with Red & black
Module 5:How to do outlines.
Module 6 : How to do the Background
Module 7 : detailing with white
Module 8:Detailing and adding finishing touches
Materials Required
Materials required for this workshop are listed below:
- Paper/Canvas - A3 size
- Pencils / Eraser / Sharpener
- Black color Pen / Thin marker
- Acrylic colors or Watercolors (Artist will use Natural Colors). Shades similar in acrylic set are:
- Scarlet lake/ Cadmium Red
- Sap Green
- Prussian Blue
- Permanent Blue Light
- Titanium White
- Burnt Sienna
- Permanent Orange
- Long Hair Brushes : 000, 1, 2, 3, 5, 7
About the Master Artist
Samir Chitrakar: Kalighat & Santhal Art-https://www.catterfly.art/expert/samir-chitrakar-kalighat-santhal-art
Contact Information
Phone/WhatsApp : +91 6393897910
Mail : info@catterfly.travel
Mail : info@catterfly.travel
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.
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.
Duration
10 Hrs
Price
₹ 2000
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