Indian Art Courses

With Rooftop’s online Pattachitra Course, you can take a leap into the world of Pattachitra, a traditional Indian art form that brings mythology to life. Originating in the culturally rich regions of Odisha and West Bengal, Pattachitra literally means “cloth painting.” These artworks are known for their intricate detailing, bold lines, and vibrant colours, often illustrating epic tales from Hindu mythology, especially stories of Lord Jagannath and the Vaishnava tradition. In this course, you’ll learn how Pattachitra art turns a simple piece of fabric into a canvas of stories, using natural colours and traditional techniques and guides you through every step of the Pattachitra process. Led by Bijay Kumar Parida, a master artist with 52 years of experience, this workshop is perfect for anyone curious about heritage art, storytelling, and hands-on creativity. By the end of the session, you’ll walk away with a deep understanding of Pattachitra Art and a whole lot of artistic inspiration. Whether it’s your first time holding a brush or you’re looking to dive deeper into Indian folk art, this experience is as enriching as it is enjoyable.

The pride of Gujarat and an ode to culture, faith and tradition, Mata ni Pachedi is more than just an artform and with our maestro course you will understand just why! The traditional art form of Mata ni Pachedi emerged about 400 years ago when the Vaghari community of Gujarat, been denied entry in temples, began painting their mother goddess with exquisite designs on cotton cloth and praying to these paintings with great reverence. The rest as they say is history! In this online course on Mata ni Pachedi, you can learn the nuances of this art with step-by-step instructions by the Chitara brothers, pioneers of the art. Shri Chandrakant Bhulabhai Chitara with his brothers, Shri Kiran Chitara and Shri Kirit Chitara shall take you through the historical background of the art form, their community, and their creative process, along with a step-by-step guide to making a beautiful Mata ni Pachedi artwork. With Rooftop’s curated online course you can watch, listen and learn at your own pace, time and convenience to create your own masterpiece.

This one-of-a-kind experience offers exclusive insights into the rich cultural history of Bhil art by none other than India’s Bhil master artist, Lado Bai. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, this course will help you get a better understanding of the art. You'll explore traditional techniques like the signature dot-painting method and symbolic storytelling through motifs inspired by animals, trees, and tribal life. Through the duration of this art course, you get a deep insight into the life and career of the master artist, followed by detailed instructions to create a variety of motifs and understand the nuances of Bhil, one of India’s most soulful art forms.

A traditional art form from Kerala, these mural paintings are known for their vibrant and detailed fresco paintings adorning temple walls. Kerala murals often depict stories from mythology, and date back to the 8th century CE. In this exclusive course led by renowned muralist P.K.Sadanandan, you’ll discover the philosophy, discipline, and techniques that define this time-honoured art. Sadanandan sir, known for reviving and innovating within the mural tradition, will guide you through every step of creating the bold strokes, bright colours and rich symbolism of Kerala Mural art. If you want to learn more about this traditional Indian art form, the Kerala Mural art course by Rooftop is just what you need. By the end of the course, you’ll not only complete your own mural-inspired artwork, but also gain insight into the discipline and legacy that makes Kerala Murals truly timeless.

Learn Thangka art with a course that's curated to make you understand and love this beautiful artform from Sikkim, India. With its roots in Tibet, Thangka painting is a traditional Buddhist art form that exudes serenity. In the form of scrolls typically made on cotton and silk fabrics, these paintings depict mandalas, deities, or scenes from Buddhist scriptures and teachings. This course on Thangka art teaches you to paint the beautiful motifs, but will also have you mystified with this highly detailed Buddhist art form. Thangka paintings are usually made with the purpose of being used in rituals or for visual storytelling. Our master artist Khandu Wangchuk Bhutia, a Padma Shree Awardee, shares his insightful journey with Thangka art in this detailed art course. So come indulge your creativity with this meditative experience and sacred tradition that has been passed down through generations. Whether you're an art lover, a spiritual seeker, or someone looking for a mindful creative pursuit, you will surely benefit from this online art course by Rooftop.

Getting its name from the Kalighat temple in Kolkata, where most of the artists of this form were located, this art form depicts mythology, Hindu deities, and scenes from everyday life. Developed by artists called “patuas”, Kalighat painting emerged in the 19th century in Kolkata, West Bengal. In this art course by Rooftop, you’ll explore and learn this traditional Indian folk art under the guidance of master artist Anwar Chitrakar. In addition to an insight into his life, he teaches you the details of Kalighat style painting—from sketching dynamic forms and selecting colours to creating dramatic contrasts and expressions. No previous art experience? No problem. This course is designed for beginners and art lovers alike who want to dive into India’s rich visual heritage and explore their artistic talents.

Cheriyal painting is a traditional style of Indian scroll painting that originated in the village of Cheriyal in Telangana, India. It is known for its bright colors and bold lines, often depicting mythological and folk stories. The paintings are made using natural dyes and pigments, and typically feature a central figure surrounded by smaller scenes and decorative elements. Cheriyal painting is usually done on cloth, which is then coated with a mixture of tamarind seed powder and glue to create a smooth surface for painting. The art form has been practiced for over 400 years and is considered an important part of Telangana's cultural heritage.

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.

The paintings hanging behind the idol of Shrinathji in the Nathdwara temple are traditional Pichwai art. This art form emerged in the 17th century and emerged at the aforementioned Nathdwara temple in Rajasthan. These intricate hand-painted artworks are dedicated to Shrinathji, traditionally painted on a hand-spun cloth with much precision, capture different moods and expressions of Krishna, and mostly depict temple rituals of Shrinath ji temple such as adornment, and festivals like Janmashtami. Motifs like cows and lotus, are very prominent in the paintings. Pichwai art tradition has been passed through generations in quite a sacred manner. The painting is not taught in an educational institution but is learned under the guidance of a master artist. Rooftop brings you a comprehensive and detailed course about Pichwai art with an award-winning artist Shri Rajaram Sharma ji.

Characterised by mythical and folklore motifs, Gond Art hails from Madhya Pradesh and is practised by the Pardhan Gonds. Rooftop’s online art course helps you understand this Indian tribal art form with clear step by step instructions from a master artist. Learn this vibrant art form with the insights of our master artist Venkat Raman Singh Shyam, who has been practicing Gond art for over 4 decades and has harnessed an incredible amount of experience in the traditional art industry. With indepth knowledge and years of experience from one of India’s best Gond artists, you are sure to learn so much more than just paint on a canvas.