Indian Art Blog: Artist Interviews and Folk Art Guides
Read the Rooftop Indian art blog for in-depth stories, artist interviews, folk art guides and festive gifting ideas. Explore traditional Indian art through the artists who practise it.
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Can Traditional Art Survive on Instagram?
Explore how Instagram is changing the way traditional Indian art is discovered, the challenges artists face beyond viral reels, and why visibility must translate into fair pay and lasting support.
Best Indian Art Books for Kids & Curious Adults
Discover the best Indian art books for kids and curious adults, featuring traditional art forms like Pichwai, Gond, Warli and Madhubani through engaging workbooks for every skill level.
A First Timer's Guide to the Art Mumbai 2026
Explore Art Mumbai 2026 with this first-timer’s guide to the art fair, including what to see, how to plan your visit, and tips for enjoying the experience.
The Madhubani Revival: Why Young Indian Buyers Are Finally Collecting What Their Grandmothers Made
Discover Madhubani painting, its origins in Bihar’s Mithila region, traditional styles, celebrated women artists, and how this vibrant folk art continues to evolve today.
Explore these 10 Phad paintings on Rooftop
These 10 phad paintings on Rooftop will give you the full experience of devotion wrapped in pure art. Choose what's best for you!
Virendra Bannu on his father's ghazals, the Deogarh masters and what detail cannot do
The seventh-generation Jaipur miniature painter Virendra Banu talks candidly about how art can achieve what even masters cannot, in a heartfelt conversation with Rooftop.
Cheriyal Painting of Telangana and the Story Behind Its Traditional Scroll Art
Discover Cheriyal painting of Telangana, from its vibrant red scrolls and traditional techniques to the Nakashi artists preserving this unique Indian folk art.
Kalamkari for Beginners: Why Your First Lesson Has Nothing to Do With Painting
Learn how to get started with Kalamkari as a beginner, from using a traditional bamboo pen and drawing simple motifs to experimenting with natural dyes and creating your first textile artwork.
GI Tag is a Disaster for the Usta Community, Says Javed Usta
The renowned artist Javed Usta considers the GI tag a disaster for the Usta community and says it has done more harm to the art and the artists than good.
The Death That Changed Gond Art Forever
The Gond art was never the same after Jangarh Singh Shyam died by taking his own life. Explore the impact of his death and the legacy he left behind.
The Pichwai Moment: Why India's Most Serious Art Buyers Have Moved from Contemporary to Devotional
Discover the beauty and spiritual significance of Pichwai paintings, their growing appeal among art collectors, and why supporting the artists behind this centuries-old Nathdwara tradition matters.
Pattachitra Paintings Are Made on Cloth Treated with Chalk and Tamarind: Here Is Why That Changes Everything
Discover the sacred stories behind Pattachitra, Odisha’s intricate cloth painting tradition, and learn how its artists prepare canvases, create natural pigments, and preserve centuries-old techniques.
Madhubani Symbolism: The Fish, the Lotus, and the Cosmic Order Hidden in Every Painting
Explore the meaning behind Madhubani painting motifs, from fish and lotuses to the Sun, Moon, and Kohbar designs, and discover the stories and traditions of Mithila.
3 South Indian Painting Traditions and the Stories Behind Them
South Indian painting traditions offer more than visual beauty. Beneath their striking imagery lie stories that connect humanity, divinity, and the generations of artists who have kept these traditions alive.
Explore these 10 Pichwai paintings on Rooftop
Explore 10 original Pichwai paintings by Mukut Joshi on Rooftop, with the festival each one belongs to, sizes, prices and how to care for painted cloth at home.
Madhubani Art is a UNESCO Heritage Craft. The Women Who Paint It Are Still Earning Below Minimum Wage.
Explore the struggles of Madhubani artists in Mithila, the fight for fair recognition, and how preserving this traditional art begins with valuing its creators.
Kalamkari Art: The 3,000-Year-Old Painting Tradition That Uses a Bamboo Pen Dipped in Fermented Jaggery
Kalamkari art evokes a distinct feeling when you gaze at it. The 3,000-Year-Old painting tradition uses bamboo to create elusive art not seen elsewhere.
Which Hindu God Paintings Belong in Your Home According to Vastu
Wondering which Hindu god painting belongs in your home? Explore the symbols, meanings and Vastu traditions behind popular deity artworks.
Best Miniature Gifts for Diwali in 2026
Make the vibrant festival of lights extra sparkling with these cute yet memorable miniature gifts for Diwali.
Meet Venkat Raman Singh Shyam: The Gond Artist Carrying His Family's Vision from Bhopal to the World
Venkat Raman Singh Shyam has taken Gond art to heights unheard of, and he is not the first person in his family to do so.