Indian Art Heritage And Its Importance College life is filled with new and exciting experiences. Kartik Gaggar, CEO and Founder of Rooftop and Rajasthan Studio, delivered one such experience to the students of CEPT University, Ahmedabad. He spoke about his journey in the preservation of Indian art heritage and how it culminated in the establishment of
Indian students may learn about contemporary art, but how often are they exposed to traditional art forms? On Monday, July 24, Rooftop collaborated with R.N. Podar School, Santacruz West, Mumbai, to organise a fun-filled workshop on the sacred textile art of Mata ni Pachedi. It was held in two batches to ensure that each student
A mandala is the visual display of a symbol which represents a man’s view of the world. One can create a version of their Mandala and it should show who the character is and what is important to him and her. The inner circle of the Mandala represents the heart and soul of the character
Creative minds birth a number of arts and art forms inspired and influenced by numerous life aspects. These art forms allow practitioners to channelise their inner thoughts or conflicts for a better motive. One such source to practice and is worthy to achieve mastery over is Finger Painting. It is an excellent way to fight
Water-based acrylic paint is made of pigment particles dispersed in an acrylic polymer emulsion. Acrylic paint is a fast-drying paint that is made of pigment suspended in acrylic polymer emulsion and plasticizers and silicon oils. A finished acrylic painting can look like a watercolor, a gouache, an oil painting, and has its own unique characteristics.
The art of paper designs has evolved from traditional Chinese patterns to a variety of other patterns. Different cultures have adopted and inserted their own designs that have broadened the reach of this art form. To learn more about this craft, the Rooftop Community conducted a paper cutting workshop with Pratima Chavan. About The Artist
Thanjavur painting, a classical form of artform also known as Tanjore painting – is a celebration of the region’s rich artistic tradition, named after the town of Thanjavur in Tamil Nadu, India. The paintings are known to have extravagant depictions of deities and vibrant colours, and gaudy embellishments, especially with gold foil. The art form
Abstract Art depicts visual reality with indefinite patterns using the power of the colours. Abstract painting is a technique favourable for any surface or medium. This form of art transcends us beyond physical reality. Abstract art is a free-flowing art requiring negligible precision. The Rooftop team brings together Abstract Art Workshop with Virit Gandhi. About
Art is a great stress booster. It is an important element that allows you to connect and evolve with your soul. The more engrossed you are into it the more creative and unique the outcome becomes. One such unique art form is Mandala art. Mandala art is an inclusion of minute detailings of designs that
About the Artform The word Mandala means circle in Sanskrit. Mandala art became popular art therapy in the tough times of the pandemic. The Mandala drawing process requires immense patience and concentration. Mandala workshops are trending because of their simplicity and therapeutic nature. The symmetry in the geometric designs represents an aligned universe. Watercolour Mandala
