Rupokotha Pattachitra Karmoshala (Bangladeshi Folk Art) with Living Legend Nikhil Chandra Das; 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM

Description:  

Dive into the vibrant world of Pattachitra, a traditional folk art celebrated for its intricate storytelling and vivid use of natural colors. In this workshop, participants will explore the history and cultural significance of Pattachitra, learn the art of mixing natural colors, and create their own Pattachitra.

Facilitated by: Nikhil Chandra Das

Facilitator’s Profile:  

Nikhil Chandra Das is a prominent Pattachitra artist with extensive experience conducting workshops across Bangladesh. His work includes collaborations with esteemed institutions such as the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, Bangla Academy, Dhaka University, Khulna University, and Jahangirnagar University.

Details:

Date:  31st January, 2025

Time:  3:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Duration:  2 Hours

Age Group:  15+

Participant Capacity:  40

Workshop Outline:  

- Introduction to Patachitra: Learn the history, cultural significance, and traditional techniques.

- Color Mixing: Hands-on guidance to create and mix natural colors for the palette.

- Creating Patachitra: Design and paint your own Patachitra artwork under expert guidance.

Participants will be provided with all workshop supplies (colors, paper, brushes and necessary tools)