Nayakar Art Project

Darpana Sundari (the "Lady with the Mirror") is a timeless symbol of beauty, self-reflection, and inner awareness in Indian art. More than an image of adornment, she represents the balance between outer grace and the journey of self-discovery, reminding us to look within as much as we look outward. A set of art supplies is required to successfully complete the workshop. Scroll down for the list of materials you’ll need to obtain.

About the course

Discover the vibrant world of Nayakar Art, a traditional South Indian folk painting style known for its bold colors, intricate patterns, and storytelling elements. In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn the history, symbolism, and characteristic techniques of Nayakar Art while creating their own beautiful artwork. Suitable for beginners and experienced artists alike, this session offers a fun and engaging way to explore India's rich artistic heritage.

Traditional Maharashtrian Art

Learn the unique fusion of Paithani-inspired motifs and Chitrakathi storytelling traditions rooted in Maharashtra's cultural heritage.

Storytelling Through Art

Discover how narratives, folklore, and symbolism are woven into visual compositions, bringing stories to life through painting.

Hands-On Learning

Create your own Paithani Chitrakathi artwork while learning authentic techniques, patterns, color palettes, and design principles from experienced instructor.

Supplies List

- Paper - size A3 (Arches or Canson 300 gsm smooth surface) - Tracing paper: size A3 - Pencil - Eraser - Sharpener - Scale(1 feet) - Brushes No: 0, 000, 2, 4, 6, 8 - Optional - Black Pen - Sakura Graphic pen - 0.2, 0.4mm - Gauche Paints - Chrome & Ochre Yellow, Scarlet Red, Olive & Deep Green, Prussian Blue, Brown, Black & White * USA - https://www.amazon.com/stores/page/D5D05DF1-8924-48F9-9EF3-035CF0313CFD?ingress=2&visitId=2653a06f-2d41-4bbc-abc8-1beea85ba335&linkCode=sl2&tag=deeptidesigns-20&linkId=12a5c42bd1a4432e576e7f5f8572e2d4&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl * India - https://thooviarts.com/collections/gouache-jelly-cup-basic-sets

Shanmugha Priya - Instructor

Shanmughapriya is a Chennai-based traditional artist with over 18 years of experience in Indian heritage art forms. Trained under renowned masters K. Thirugnanam and Balaji Srinivasan, she specializes in Chitrakathi, Pattachitra, Pichwai, and other traditional painting styles. Passionate about preserving endangered art forms, her work combines deep research, storytelling, and cultural authenticity while making traditional arts accessible to contemporary audiences through workshops, exhibitions, and educational programs.

Don’t just dream about art: create it with us!

Whether you're a beginner or pro, our workshop will help you create art you’re proud of building ground up

$40.00

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