Kota Bundi Miniature

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Embark on a journey to master the intricate world of miniature painting with expert guidance from a renowned artist. Discover the art of brush strokes and refine your skills.

Delve into creating Wasali paper with the insightful guidance of Master Artist Asharam Meghwal. Learn the intricate process from a true expert in this instructional video.

The artist talks about his journey in his art practice - the nuanced ways of him learning the ropes of this heritage artform. Getting an understanding of a legendary artist journey, is the first step to starting your own.

The maestro shares his insights about how different schools and artists practice the same art style with their very own flair. He talks about how even minute things like the way an artist uses brushstrokes, or holds the brush, is influenced by the school they belong to.

Our artist, Ramu Ramdev talks about how Indian art and western art differ from each other, he shares the concept of the ‘inward eye’ or ‘mann ki aankh’ and how Indian art requires one to reflect inward to be able to grasp it.

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Ramu Ramdev talks about the early beginnings of miniature art in Rajasthan, and how the art style was used as a narrative tool for visual storytelling.

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The artist talks about factors that influence his personal art style, what sets his art apart, and what makes him a maestro. Understanding the stories and learnings of a maestro artist, you get a deeper perspective of creating your own art.

Master artist, Ramu Ramdev describes one of his legendary works - Purush aur Prakriti in detail. Enjoy this exclusive conversation with our master artist.

The artist describes one of his works - Lakshmi aur Narayan in detail. What better way to complete your art course in Miniature history than taking inspiration from artworks of a legendary artist and teacher.

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Samadar Singh Shekhawat explains his journey as an artist, his legacy, and personal anecdotes to help you better understand this art form. Are you interested? Well? So dive in, what are you waiting for?

Sheikh Luqmaan introduces himself and the long family tradition of Kota–Bundi miniature painting he carries forward. He shares stories of his lineage, the guidance he received from his father and mentors, and how he found his own path within this centuries-old art form. As he reflects on themes like nature, devotion, and royal life, Luqmaan also speaks about the values that shape his practice, discipline, patience, and integrity. He touches upon the challenges of keeping the style alive in today’s world, while stressing the importance of preserving it for future generations. To prepare you for your own journey, he also explains the basic elements—proportions, details, and colours- that form the foundation of every Kota–Bundi painting.

Shifting to Kota, Luqmaan highlights how this style developed a bolder, more dynamic character. He describes the rich reds, greens, and blues that dominate the paintings, and the subjects that made Kota famous—royal hunts, powerful rulers, and detailed depictions of daily life. While Bundi celebrates subtlety, Kota embodies strength and grandeur, making the two styles distinct yet deeply connected branches of the same tradition.

Luqmaan introduces the world of Bundi painting, known for its lyrical quality and love for nature. He explains how Bundi artists drew inspiration from poetry, festivals, and the beauty of flora and fauna. With delicate figures, soft colour palettes, and themes of devotion and courtly life, Bundi miniatures carry a sense of intimacy and grace that reflect the cultural heart of Rajasthan.

Sketching lays the foundation for everything that follows. Here, Luqmaan introduces the process by starting with the Nayika figure, refining proportions, and making corrections along the way. He explains how the background is added to frame the central subject, giving the composition depth and context. By the end of this lesson, you’ll understand how careful sketching sets the rhythm for detailing, colour, and finishing in Kota–Bundi miniature art.

Outlining is where the painting begins to take shape. In this chapter, Luqmaan demonstrates how each figure is carefully drawn in segments, starting from the upper body and attire to details like the veena, deer, and surrounding elements. He shows how steady brushwork brings clarity to forms, and how borders and background outlines create balance in the composition. With every line, the painting slowly transforms from a rough sketch into a structured work of art.

The lesson begins with the basics of colour theory, where Luqmaan shows how to build the atmosphere of a painting layer by layer. From the open sky and land to lakes and horizons, you’ll see how multiple coats create depth and balance. He also demonstrates how attire, instruments, and figures take on vibrancy through carefully chosen pigments and traditional techniques.

Once the base is set, the focus shifts to refining the work. Luqmaan guides you through detailing the sky, clothing, and background elements, paying special attention to the deer, the veena, and delicate floral motifs. These small but precise touches transform the painting from flat shapes into a living scene.

In this part, Luqmaan introduces the Nayika figure of Todi Ragini. He outlines the form, then slowly shades the face and figure with patience and control. You’ll learn how to bring expressions to life, how gold finishing adds richness, and how the attire. From blouse to lehenga… comes together with final flourishes. The lesson ends with the ghagara and veena receiving their finishing details, leaving the Nayika radiant and complete.

In this session, Luqmaan takes you deeper into the art of refinement, showing how every stroke adds life to the painting. He begins with intricate detailing of the face, hair, and veena before moving on to borders, colour corrections, and fine polishing. You’ll watch how gold colouring and outlines enrich the surface, while delicate work on the dupatta, jewellery, and gemstones brings grace and vibrancy to the Nayika. The lesson also covers the natural elements such as trees, lotuses, and garden leaves, making the backdrop come alive with texture and depth. Finally, Luqmaan demonstrates the last layers of border detailing and minor finishes, giving you a glimpse of how patience and precision turn a painting into a complete masterpiece.