Chapter 1: Artist Introduction

1. Introducing Sadashiv Mhase

Having learnt the art from his father, Sadashiv Ji brings out new concepts and modern stories through the charm of traditional techniques.

2. Introducing Vijay Sadashiv Mhase – Part 1

Meet Vijay Sadashiv Mhase and learn the significance of the art form for him and his family.

3. Introducing Vijay Sadashiv Mhase – Part 2

The artist tells us how he sees Warli and elaborates on its significance to their community.

4. Introducing Vijay Sadashiv Mhase – Part 3

The artist describes how Warli art forms a crucial part of the community’s practices.

5. Introducing Pravin Mhase

Get to know about another experienced young artist from the clan who is one of the leading artists in Indian tribal art.

6. Pravin Mhase explains the traditions in Warli Art

With a history of more than a hundred years, the simple yet fascinating art of Warli art carries the beauty of minimalism and deep storytelling.

7. Contemporary trends in Warli Art

In his lesson, learn how contemporary influences have shaped the traditional fabric of Warli art.

8. Pravin Mhase reflects on his journey of Warli Art traditions

Listen to the young master artist talk about his endeavours as a torchbearer of this artistic tradition.

 

Chapter 2: Understanding the Warli Art

1. Understanding the Warli Art

In this module, learn about the Warli tradition, the materials used, the composition, and how the art form differs from other folk arts.

2. Changes in Warli

Apart from the traditional materials and themes that are visible in Warli Art, master artist Sadashiv Mashe tells us about newer themes he has explored.

3. Jivya Soma Mashe

Master artist Sadashiv Mhase shares tales about his father, Padma Shri Jivya Soma Mashe.

4. New Trends in Warli Art

The artist dives into how he and the world see Warli art and discuss the changes it has gone through over time.

5. Tips from Jivya Mashe

The artist shares with us anecdotes from his father Jivya Soma Mhase’s life.

6. Warli for the community

The master artist explains what Warli art means for the community that practices it.

7. The Art of Storytelling

The master artist goes into depth about the art of storytelling in Warli art and the meaning that the art form holds for the community.

8. The Art of Storytelling

Learn all about the relevance and importance Warli art holds for the Warli community that practices it.

9. What do the Warli artists do?

In this module, Vijay Mhase talks about the increasing popularity of the Warli art form in India and around the world.

10. Contemporary Trends in Warli Art

In this lesson, we will delve into examine how contemporary trends in Warli art reflect the adaptability of traditional art forms to contemporary contexts.

11. Pravin Mhase Reflects on his Journey of Warli Art Traditions

Listen to Pravin Mhase reflect on his journey of Warli Art traditions with a deep sense of pride and passion.

 

Chapter 3: History of Art

1. History Behind the Art of Warlis

In this module, you shall get to learn about the history and evolutions of Warli Art.

2. How did the art get its name

Here, artist Sadashiv Mhase tells us about his father, Padma Shri Jivya Soma Mhase, and his early beginnings with Bhaskar Vinayak Kulkarni.

3. How did the art get its name – 2

Listen as the artist goes into further detail about the history of the art form.

4. Jivya Mashe History

Witness Master artist Sadashiv Jivya Mashe dive into more stories about his father.

5. Jivya and the awards

Get a gist of the awards and recognitions received by the renowned Jivya Soma Mhase.

6. Challenges Faced

In this module, the master artist discusses challenges faced by Warli artists in passing down their art to future generations and how they cope with them.

 

Chapter 4: The Making of Warli art

1. Base materials

In this module, you will learn about the materials used to create the ground for Warli paintings.

2. Rice paste

In this module, you will learn about the material used for creating the white pigment, and the tools used to put them on the canvas.

3. Bamboo Sticks

Here, the artist shows you how a traditional Warli art tool is prepared.

4. Other materials

Watch as the artist briefly takes you on a tour exploring some more tools used in Warli art.

5. How to make these drawing tools

In this module, the artist shows the process of making the necessary tools for Warli art.

6. Colours – White is Right

To begin with, the artist explains the importance of white colour in the Warli community and its art form.

7. How to make the colour white

In this lesson, the artist briefly goes over the whole process of making white paint for Warli art.

8. The process – Step 1 Grinding

In this module, the artist begins the process of creating the white paint by grinding the soaked and dry rice.

9. The process – Step 2 Sieving

Now, the artist goes through the second step, to obtain the very fine particles of the rice flour.

10. The process – Step 3 Adding Water

In this module, the artist shows the final step towards the preparation of the white paint used in Warli paintings.

 

Chapter 5: Fundamentals of Warli Art Figures

1. Basic human figures

In this module, the artist starts teaching the basic motif of Warli art – human figures in several positions such as standing, walking, running etc.

2. Figures in advanced stages of movement

In this module, the artist shows how to draw the motif of the human figure amid an activity such as playing an instrument or dancing.

3. Drawing Animals

In this module, the artist teaches how to draw various animal figures that are a regular part of the Warli lifestyle and Warli art.

4. Drawing Trees

In this module, the artist teaches how to draw various trees that constitute an important part of the Warli community’s environment.

5. Sun & Moon

In this module, the artist goes on to draw the sun and moon – important motifs for the farming community.

 

Chapter 6: Fundamentals of Warli Art (Borders)

1. Fundamentals of Warli Art (Borders)

In this module, the artist paints the lines of artistic borders used in Warli paintings while explaining the traditional and cultural significance of each border.

Chapter 7: Themes & Motifs

1. Themes & Motifs

In this module, Pravin Mhase explains the motifs and themes prevalent in Wali paintings and the occasions when Warli art is practised.

 

Chapter 8: Basic Course

1. Introducing the theme

In this module, you shall be guided through the Basic Course on the Warli art form, beginning with an explanation of the theme you will be dealing with.

2. Step 1 – Draw the primary figures

First, the artist will guide you to draw the primary figures.

3. Step 2 – Draw the tree

Next, the artist will start adding elements like a tree.

4. Step 3 – Other elements to complete the painting 8

In this last module of the Basic Course, we shall learn to add other smaller objects and figures.

 

Chapter 9: Intermediate Course

1. Introducing the theme

Welcome! You shall be guided through the Intermediate Course on the Warli art form in this module.

2. Step 1- Imagine and measure your theme on the canvas

The artist explains the importance of composing the artwork and placing the objects according to space and proportions.

3. Step 2 – Draw the primary figures

In this module, the artist begins by drawing the central figures of the painting.

4. Step 3 – Draw the tree

Here, the artist draws the trees along with their intricate details.

5. Step 4 – Add details – Part 1

The artist continues drawing, adding more figures to the painting.

6. Step 5 – Add details – Part 2

The artist continues further to add more figures to the painting.

7. Step 6 – Add details – Part 3

In this module, the artist starts adding more details to the artwork.

8. Step 7 – Add details – Part 4

Here, the artist adds more figures and objects in the background of this artwork.

9. Step 8 – Fill in the gaps

The artist fills in the gaps in the artwork, along with more details.

10. Final touches

In this last module of the Intermediate Course, the artist adds the final touches.

 

Chapter 10: Introducing the theme

1. The Advanced Course

In this module, you shall be guided through the Advanced Course on the Warli art form.

2. Introducing the theme

The artist begins by explaining the theme of the artwork to be drawn.

3. Step 1- Create a border on your canvas

In this module, the artist starts by creating borders on the canvas.

4. Step 2 – Add geru to your canvas

In this module, the artist applies the ground layers to the canvas.

5. Step 3 – Let’s begin

First, the artist paints the central figure of this artwork and explains the importance of carefully composing and positioning the figures.

6. Step 4 – Add the supporting elements

Watch as the artist continues to add more objects to the painting.

7. Step 5 – Completing the main scene

Watch and learn as the artist starts adding details to the main scene.

8. Step 6 – Add other details

In this module, more figures and details are added to the painting.

9. Step 7- Add details

In this module, further detailing is carried out by the master artist.

10. Step 8 – Fill in the gaps

In this last module of the Advanced Course, the artist adds finishing touches to the painting.

 

Chapter 11: Bonus Content Planter Piggy Bank

1. Step 1 – Coat the Pot in Geru

In this module, you will be guided through the Bonus Course on how to use the traditional Warli art to decorate terracotta planters.

2. Step 2 – Paint!

In this module, the artist will paint the Warli motifs on the terracotta planter.

3. Terracotta Gullak Piggy bank

In this module, you shall be guided through the Bonus Course on how to use the traditional Warli art to decorate terracotta Gulaks/Piggy banks.

 

Chapter 12: Bonus Content Plate and Bottle

1. Bottle

In this module, you shall be guided through the Bonus Course on how to use the traditional Warli art to decorate terracotta bottles.

2. Plate

In this module, you shall be guided through the Bonus Course on how to use the traditional Warli art to decorate terracotta plates.

 

Chapter 13: Bonus Content Handi & Kulhad

1. Handi

In this module, you shall be guided through the Bonus Course on how to use the traditional Warli art to decorate terracotta handis.

 

Chapter 14: Relation

1. Generational and Community traditions of the Warli people

In this module, the master artist goes into depth about the traditions, beliefs and surroundings of the Warli community and how they are picturised in their art.