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Phad Course
Phad Art Course with National Award Winner Kalyan Joshi
Course Description
In this Phad painting course by Rooftop, you learn about the intricacies of a traditional form of scroll painting from Bhilwara in Rajasthan. Typically used as a medium of worship, entertainment and spreading awareness, this art is synonymous with visual storytelling.
If you have a keen interest in Indian culture or want to explore your creative side with a joyful masterclass in Phad painting,our guided course is ideal for both. Add a bit of art to your life, with this step-by-step, comprehensive and detailed course about Phad art with the National Award-winning artist Shri Kalyan Joshi ji.
Course Curriculum
Phad Painting Maestro Course
Introduction to the Phad Painting
Phad art, the 700-year-old tradition of scroll painting is one of the richest folk art forms in India. The vibrant colours, intricate borders and simplified characters form the very foundation of this art. In this section you will understand the history, process and origins of this art form.
Pre-requisites of Phad Painting
A basic understanding of human figures, elements, and motifs are ideal to start creating your own Phad art. This chapter helps you get a fair idea of what Phad painting really is.
Borders Designs of Phad Painting
As a first step, here is a short video - a creative warm-up to gear you for the upcoming exciting sessions. The video talks about some simple border designs and colour combinations that you can explore and practice with.
Phad Painting Basic Course Introduction
Once you have a brief understaning of the theory and culture behind the art, you can start your journey of creating your own Phad paintings. This chapter is the first step in that direction.
Phad Painting Colour-making Process
Yes, traditional folk artists create artworks make with handmade. Painting for them is not just an occupation, but a festival in itself. Each mineral and stone is meticulously ground to obtain a smooth consistency and desired colour. In this video you will know how.
Phad Painting Canvas-making Process
Unlike a regular canvas, Phad canvas-making needs more attention to detail. Even though you might not need to create an actual canvas, understanding this process definitely helps understand the art better.
History of Phad Painting
Here's a time travel portal that will take you back to the days when Phad paintings originated. Enjoy a fun lesson in the history of this beautiful artform by our master artist Kalyan Joshi.
Practical implementation of Phad Painting
Age-old art traditions and practices often pose many questions for modern learning. Spend some time understanding the process and ideology behind the art of Phad.
Artist Introduction - National Awardee Kalyan Joshi
Master artist Kalyan Joshi started learning art at the tender age of 13, and steadily developed his skills to become one of the leading names in the folk art industry. Having mastered the Phad painting from his father Padma Shree artist Shree Lal Joshi, Kalyan Ji has taken this legacy forward and introduced many contemporary themes in the art form. Enjoy a master class with him!
Phad Painting Basic Course
Phad Painting Intermediate Course
Phad Painting Advance Course
Course Curriculum
Phad Painting Maestro Course
Introduction to the Phad Painting
Phad art, the 700-year-old tradition of scroll painting is one of the richest folk art forms in India. The vibrant colours, intricate borders and simplified characters form the very foundation of this art. In this section you will understand the history, process and origins of this art form.
Pre-requisites of Phad Painting
A basic understanding of human figures, elements, and motifs are ideal to start creating your own Phad art. This chapter helps you get a fair idea of what Phad painting really is.
Borders Designs of Phad Painting
As a first step, here is a short video - a creative warm-up to gear you for the upcoming exciting sessions. The video talks about some simple border designs and colour combinations that you can explore and practice with.
Phad Painting Basic Course Introduction
Once you have a brief understaning of the theory and culture behind the art, you can start your journey of creating your own Phad paintings. This chapter is the first step in that direction.
Phad Painting Colour-making Process
Yes, traditional folk artists create artworks make with handmade. Painting for them is not just an occupation, but a festival in itself. Each mineral and stone is meticulously ground to obtain a smooth consistency and desired colour. In this video you will know how.
Phad Painting Canvas-making Process
Unlike a regular canvas, Phad canvas-making needs more attention to detail. Even though you might not need to create an actual canvas, understanding this process definitely helps understand the art better.
History of Phad Painting
Here's a time travel portal that will take you back to the days when Phad paintings originated. Enjoy a fun lesson in the history of this beautiful artform by our master artist Kalyan Joshi.
Practical implementation of Phad Painting
Age-old art traditions and practices often pose many questions for modern learning. Spend some time understanding the process and ideology behind the art of Phad.
Artist Introduction - National Awardee Kalyan Joshi
Master artist Kalyan Joshi started learning art at the tender age of 13, and steadily developed his skills to become one of the leading names in the folk art industry. Having mastered the Phad painting from his father Padma Shree artist Shree Lal Joshi, Kalyan Ji has taken this legacy forward and introduced many contemporary themes in the art form. Enjoy a master class with him!