Indian Art Forms: The Complete Rooftop Art Wiki
Explore 80+ Indian art forms on the Rooftop Art Wiki. In-depth guides to traditional Indian art including Madhubani, Pichwai, Gond, Warli, Bhil, Cheriyal and many more.
Explore India's Art Map
See where art forms originate across India
Phad Painting: Rajasthan's Ancient Scroll Narrative Art
Explore the 700-year-old scroll painting tradition of Rajasthan.
Pichwai Painting: Nathdwara’s Sacred Temple Art Tradition
Explore the intricacies of the traditional folk art of Nathdwara - Pichwai
Pipli Applique
Explore Pipli Applique, the handicraft tradition of Odisha, and learn about its origins, techniques, cultural significance, and artistic heritage.
Pithora Painting: The Sacred Tribal Art of the Rathwa People
Let's learn about Pithora paintings!
Poikkal Kuthirai Aattam
Explore Poikkal Kuthirai Aattam also called Dummy Horse Dance, a traditional folk dance of Tamil Nadu
Ras Lila
Delve into Ras Lila, the devotional dance drama from braj, enacting Krishna's interaction with Radha and the gopis of Vrindavan.
Rogan Art: Gujarat's Extraordinarily Rare Folk Art Tradition
Let's learn about Rogan art!
Rouf
Familiarize yourself with the Rouf, traditional women's folk dance of Kashmir Valley, performed by the Muslim communities during Eid and Ramzan...
Sambalpuri Dance
An exploration of the Sambalpuri Dance, one of Odisha's most celebrated folk dance traditions.
Sankirtana (Manipur)
Discover Sankirtana or Sankirtan, a ritual and performance tradition of Manipur encompassing devotional singing, drumming, and dance associated with the Vaishnava communities of the Meitei people...
Santhal Painting: Folk Art of India's Santhal Community
Let's learn about the art form of the Santhals!
Sattriya Nritya
Explore Sattriya Nritya, the handicraft tradition of Assam, and learn about its origins, techniques, cultural significance, and artistic heritage.
Saura Art: Odisha's Ancient Tribal Painting Tradition
Let's explore the art of Indian tribes-Saura Art ##
Shola Craft/ Sholapith Shilpa
Explore Shola Craft or Sholapith Shilpa, the handicraft tradition of West Bengal, and learn about its origins, techniques, cultural significance, and artistic heritage.
Sikki Grass Craft
Explore Sikki Grass Craft, the handicraft tradition of Bihar, and learn about its origins, techniques, cultural significance, and artistic heritage.
Sitalpati
Explore Sitalpati, the handicraft tradition of Assam, and learn about its origins, techniques, cultural significance, and artistic heritage.
Sohrai Art: Jharkhand's Harvest Celebration Folk Painting
Let's learn about Sohrai art form!
Sufi Qawwali
Dive deep into Sufi Qawwali, Indian melodic and textual traditions presented into a devotional musical form....
Tamasha
Explore the vibrant world of Tamasha, where folk music, dance, theatre, and humor come together to celebrate Maharashtra's cultural identity.
Tanjore Dolls
Explore Tanjore Dolls, the handicraft tradition of Tamil Nadu, and learn about its origins, techniques, cultural significance, and artistic heritage.