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Scenes from the Ramayana in Madhubani Art
Scenes from the Ramayana in Madhubani Art
About the workshop
Create a beautiful "Scenes from the Ramayana in Madhubani Art " in Madhubani painting. Learn from our native master artist, Ms. Hema Devi, a national award-winning artist from Bihar. She will teach the techniques and motifs of the art form and help you create a beautiful painting characterized by its bold colours and intricate designs.
Madhubani Painting - Madhubani painting, originating from Bihar, India, is a traditional folk art known for its vibrant colors and intricate patterns. Artists use natural dyes and depict Hindu mythology, nature, and daily life scenes. The paintings often feature bold outlines and geometric shapes, creating a unique and visually striking style. Madhubani art has gained international recognition for its cultural richness and storytelling through vivid visuals.
Scenes from the Ramayana in Madhubani Art : This Madhubani painting shows different scenes from the epic Ramayana in one long composition. The story is about Lord Rama, his wife Sita, and his loyal brother Lakshmana. It also shows the devotion of Hanuman and the battle with Ravana. The painting is made in traditional Madhubani style with bright colors, bold outlines, and detailed borders. Each section is divided into small panels to tell different parts of the story step by step. Floral designs, animals, and decorative patterns fill the empty spaces beautifully. This artwork reflects Indian culture, devotion, and the rich storytelling tradition of Madhubani art.
In this 15-day workshop, create your masterpiece while 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: Scenes from the Ramayana in Madhubani Art
Dates: 30th March to 18th April 2026(Mon to Sat.)
Time: 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm IST
Duration: 18 sessions (18 Hours Approx.)
Original Price: ₹ 4500
Dates: 30th March to 18th April 2026(Mon to Sat.)
Time: 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm IST
Duration: 18 sessions (18 Hours Approx.)
Original Price: ₹ 4500
Learning Objectives and Modules
Learn the intricate design and techniques of Madhubani paintings along with live artist interaction. Also, learn the importance and relevance of the Madhubani painting, the folk stories behind the paintings, and their relevance in modern times.
What we will learn :
- To learn the importance of Ram Ji and his activities in Madhubani Painting.
- To learn how to do Bharni Painting.
- How to retain proportion and symmetry in a freehand.
- Learn intricate colouring and how to use complementary colours
Module Details
Module 1: Drawing borders and customising them to the theme.
Module 2: Create the rows
Module 3: Create the central motif of Ram ji with a freehand drawing
Module 4: Create motifs of the first row
Module 5: Create motifs of the first row, continue
Module 6: Create motifs of the second row
Module 7: Create motifs of the second row, continue
Module 8: Create motifs of the third row
Module 9: Create motifs of the third row, continue
Module 10 to 15: Fill vibrant colours around the central motifs
Materials Needed
- Drawing Sheets / Chart Papers / Handmade paper 18*30 inches
- Pencils / Eraser / Sharpener
- Medium for cloth
- Colors (Fabric / Acrylic, etc.) and Brushes (0 / 1 / 2 / 3 Number)
- Rough Cloth
- Water
About the Master Artist
Catterfly National Awardee artist for Madhubani Art, Mrs. Hema Devi comes from a family of Madhubani artists. Her mother Leela Devi and mother-in-law Subhadhra Devi are also national award winners. Apart from practicing the craft, she also teaches students the techniques of paper mache and Madhubani Art.
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 due credit to the original artist (wherever available) in our marketing communications.
Duration
18 Hrs
Price
₹ 4500
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