Sharad Purnima Maha Raas of Krishna

About the Workshop

Create this stunning and intricate Pichwai painting of "Sharad Purnima Maha Raas of Krishna " 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.

"Sharad Purnima Maha Raas of Krishna ": This Pichwai painting depicts the divine Maha Raas performed by Krishna on the sacred night of Sharad Purnima. The full moon shining brightly in the sky represents the special night believed to be filled with spiritual energy and divine love. Krishna is shown in multiple forms, dancing with each of the Gopis, symbolizing his presence with every soul. The circular arrangement of figures expresses unity, devotion, and the rhythm of the Maha Raas. The lush forest setting represents the divine groves of Vrindavan, where this celestial dance took place. The elegant costumes in bright red, yellow, and blue create visual harmony and festive joy. Krishna holding the flute signifies the divine call that attracts devotees toward spiritual bliss. The peacocks and flowering trees enhance the beauty and serenity of the Sharad night. The intricate border and fine detailing reflect the traditional craftsmanship of Pichwai painting. The artwork celebrates divine love, devotion, and the spiritual significance of Sharad Purnima Maha Raas.

In this 6-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. 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: Sharad Purnima Maha Raas of Krishna

Date: 1st Sep. to 10th Oct. 2026 (Tues, Thurs, Fri & Sat.)

Time: 8 PM to 9:15 PM IST

Duration: 24 sessions (30 Hours Approx.)

Original Price: ₹ 9750

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 learn the importance of trees in Pichwai Painting.
To learn the intricate detailing of the Pichwai painting
To learn the technique of shading used in Pichwai Painting
Learn intricate colouring and how to use complementary colours

Module Details

Module 1: Preparing the sketch

Module 2: Preparing the sketch

Module 3: How to do base colour on the background

Module 4: How to give base colour to trees

Module 5: How to do base colour on trees

Module 6: How to do the detailing of the trees

Module 7:How to do detailing of the trees

Module 8: How to do the detailing of the sky

Module 9: How to do the base colour of clothes

Module 10: How to do the base colour of clothes

Module 11: How to do the shading of the clothes

Module 12: How to do the shading of the clothes

Module 13: How to do the detailing of the clothes

Module 14: How to do the detailing of the clothes

Module 15: How to do the detailing of clothes

Module 16: How to do the base colour of the body

Module 17: How to do the base colour of the body continues

Module 18: How to do the shading of the body

Module 19: How to do the shading of the body continues

Module 20: How to do the detailing of the jewellery

Module 21: How to do the detailing of the jewellery

Module 23: How to do the detailing of the border

Module 24: Adding Finishing Touches

Materials Needed

• 18 * 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.

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.

**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

30 Hrs

Price

₹ 9750

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