Mata Ni Pachedi
The Mata ni Pachedi Maestro Course.
Course Curriculum
Mata Ni Pachedi Maestro Course
Introduction to Shri Chandrakant Bhulabhai Chitara
Meet master artist, Shri Chandrakant Bhulabhai Chitara, a National Awardee who is the son of another National Awardee!
The structure of Mata ni Pachedi
In this module, Kirit Chitara ji goes into detail about the structure of quintessential Mata ni Pachedi paintings!
Process of creating Mata ni Pachedi
In this module, Kiran Chitara ji shall guide you through the traditional method of creating Mata ni Pachedi!
Motif 1: Toran or Borders
The master artist tells you about the need for a torana or border in a Mata ni Pachedi painting, and the various ways you can make it.
Motif 2: Sun
The master artist teaches you how to go about making the sun motif.
Motif 3: Figures surrounding the Goddess
The master artist shows how to depict a priest praying around the Goddess in Mata ni Pachedi Painting.
Basic Course
Intermediate Course
Advanced Course
Bonus Course
Materials Required
Brushes
Quantity: 4
A4 Size Paper
Quantity: 5
Colours
Quantity: 5
Meet the Maestro
Chitara Brothers
Chandrakant Chitara, is one of the leading names in the Indian folk art industry. Along with his brother Kiran Chitara and nephew Kirit Chitara, Chandrakant ji has been actively involved in creating the traditional art form Mata Ni Pachedi. Chandrakant Chitara has been awarded Shilp Guru for his commendable work in the promotion of Mata Ni Pachedi through his paintings. Kiran ji and Chandrakant ji are the carriers of spiritual art forms which were once considered to be a tribal art form of the Wagheri community. Kirit ji has learnt this art under the patronage of his uncle Chandrakant ji.
Chandrakant Chitara Years of experience: 30+ years Awards
- National Merit Award, 1997 and 2001
- National Award, 2003
- State award, 2001
- Shilp guru award
- Honoured by London Museum
Kiran Chitara Years of experience: 30+ years Awards
- Government National Award, 2005
