Indian & Folk Art Workshops for Kids and Adults
Explore the vibrant world of Indian modernists and traditional folk styles. We guide you through the techniques of Jamini Roy, Madhvi Parekh, and more with hands-on, creative projects.
A video from our Indian Artists series during a summer camp. Here, we are discussing different artists and techniques before students begin their own projects, including painting and collage.
Students explore the folk-tale-inspired world of contemporary artist Madhvi Parekh. This video shows them creating their own narrative artworks using oil pastels and collage.
A wrap-up of our Indian Art module. This video showcases students proudly displaying their finished pieces inspired by various iconic Indian artists, from folk painting to modernism.
Unravelling the mysterious underwater world of modernist painter Devyani Krishna. In this video, students are creating intaglio prints inspired by her textured and layered artworks.
Inspired by the living legend A. Ramachandran, students paint fantastical landscapes filled with lotus ponds and nature. This video shows them learning about his use of color and form.
Day one of our Indian art module. This video shows students exploring the bold lines and folk motifs of Bengal's master artist, Jamini Roy.
About Discovering Indian & Folk Art
Our Indian art module isn't just about looking at history books. We break down the narrative elements in Jamini Roy’s bold folk-style paintings or the intricate storytelling in Madhvi Parekh’s work. You learn by doing, using oil pastels, collage, and printmaking to interpret these classics. By the end of a session, you walk away with a piece that isn't a copy, but your own unique perspective on these master artists.
How We Approach Indian & Folk Art
Art history becomes a living practice when you recreate the process, not just the result. In our studio, we strip away the intimidation factor often associated with traditional art. Whether you are a parent looking for a creative outlet for your child or an adult seeking a technical challenge, we meet you where you are.
What You Will Explore
- Modernist Masters: We study the heavy lines of Jamini Roy, the textured, fantastical worlds of A. Ramachandran, and the layered depth in Devyani Krishna’s work.
- Technique Development: It is more than just painting. We use mixed media, collage, and printmaking to capture the textures and moods of Indian folk art.
- Portfolio Building: For our teen and adult students, these modules are excellent for developing a diverse portfolio that demonstrates an understanding of Indian aesthetics and composition.
The Studio Experience
We operate out of our dedicated studio in Nirvana, Sector 50, Gurugram. This is an industrial-chic space, not a home tuition setup. You get access to professional-grade supplies, from stretched canvases and printmaking inks to quality paper and brushes. Because we limit our class sizes to 6-10 students, you get individual guidance on your strokes and composition.
We provide everything—all you need to bring is a bit of curiosity and a willingness to get some paint on your hands. If you have been hesitant about starting, know that our instructors focus on style development rather than rigid adherence to a curriculum. You learn the rules of the masters so you can eventually break them.
The Art Room
We built The Art Room to be a space for creative chaos, not boring, copy-paste art. Whether you are a shy doodler or looking to build a serious portfolio, we are here to help you get your hands dirty and find your own style.
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