Indian Traditional Art

A date with a sixth-generation pattachitra artist from Raghurajpur
Village Square spends the day with a local pattachitra artist from Odisha’s famous art village, Raghurajpur, to understand more about the craft and the village that was home to three Padmashree winners.

The legacy of storytelling by mystical shadows of Tholpaavokothu puppets
The ancient art form of Tholpaavokothu shadow puppetry is a cultural ritual steeped in tradition, spirituality, and artistic craftsmanship. It is unique in more ways than one.

Indian Traditional Art in Weddings
Every region in India has its own unique art style which is an integral part of the wedding festivities to usher in fertility, prosperity, and auspiciousness. Their stories, rooted in folklore, make for a riveting read.