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Phad Course

Phad Art Course with National Award Winner Kalyan Joshi

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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

1.
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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.

2 mins
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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.

10 mins
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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.

12 mins
4.
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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.

-3 mins
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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.

10 mins
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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.

2 mins
7.
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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.

4 mins
8.
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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.

2 mins
9.
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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!

7 mins

Course Curriculum

1.

Introduction to the Phad Painting

Lesson thumbnail

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.

2 mins
2.

Pre-requisites of Phad Painting

Lesson thumbnail

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.

10 mins
3.

Borders Designs of Phad Painting

Lesson thumbnail

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.

12 mins
4.

Phad Painting Basic Course Introduction

Lesson thumbnail

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.

-3 mins
5.

Phad Painting Colour-making Process

Lesson thumbnail

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.

10 mins
6.

Phad Painting Canvas-making Process

Lesson thumbnail

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.

2 mins
7.

History of Phad Painting

Lesson thumbnail

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.

4 mins
8.

Practical implementation of Phad Painting

Lesson thumbnail

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.

2 mins
9.

Artist Introduction - National Awardee Kalyan Joshi

Lesson thumbnail

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!

7 mins

Meet the Maestro

Kalyan Joshi

Kalyan Joshi

Phad Artist Epic Storyteller Scroll Illustrator

Born into a family of artists in 1969 in Bhilwara, Rajasthan, Kalyan Joshi carries a 700+ year old lineage of Phad art on his shoulders. Under the aegis of his father and guru Shrilal Joshi, Kalyan ji started painting at the age of 8. The Joshi family were part of the very few artist communities who were the preservers of the Indian tradition of Phad art.

A commerce graduate by education, it was the passion for the art that drove Joshiji to keep practicing this art and ensure it is embraced by younger generations as well. His work features bold and vibrant colours true to the artform and depictions which range from the traditional composition of the epic of Pabuji and Devnarayan to stories that are not traditionally depicted as well such as those from Ramayana and Mahabharata. He even began making smaller paintings to make Phad more accessible to modern-day appreciators of art and experimented with line drawing,montage, collage etc. Some of his non-traditional compositions include the entire illustrated text of Hanuman Chalisa; Panchatantra stories and even a Phad style illustration of the COVID-19 pandemic. While his compositions bear modern and contemporary themes, the essence of Phad remains intact in the storytelling, character design and vibrant shades of yellow, red and white.

Joshi is not just a practitioner but also plays the lead in the preservation and expansion of the artform. As the founder of the Ankan Kala Sansthan he taught children the art of Phad and organized numerous exhibitions in his hometown. Currently, he heads the Chitrashala studio established by his father. Here he teaches students, many of whom have now begun practicing professionally.

With recognition from far and wide Joshi remains one of the pioneers of traditional arts of India and has also exhibited in various programmes and organizations across the globe

50
50Years of Experience
3
3Awards
$ 169.99
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  • Duration 6.0h
  • Chapters 4
  • Certificate Included

Materials Required

  • Brushes
  • Primary Colours
  • Palette
  • Basic Stationery
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