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PATACHITRA: The Art of making Picture on Cloth
Introduction
Introduction
Patachitra:
Patachitra, the intricate and artistic folk art, literally meaning ‘Picture on cloth canvas’ is a traditional treasure that has mesmerized the common man and the art connoisseur alike. Its deliberate characterization, dexterous play of lines and colours and mélange of aesthetic themes stand it apart from the other miniature art and paint- ing styles.
Earlier done only on a cloth canvas and traditionally known to depict only religious and cultural aspects, today Patachitra artists are seen experimenting new mediums and themes. Seen as a significant cultural memorabilia in the temples, a rare collectable in the form of Ganjappa cards or as an object of pure home décor, Patachitra is an art to live and flourish.
The plethora of colours adds an effervescent appeal to the Patachitra painting.
Scissors are used for cutting the desired size of the canvas
Rubbing Stones: - There are two types of stones which are used:
Khaddar stone is used for smoothening.
Chikna stone is used for shine.
Treated cotton cloth canvas (Patas). Mainly practiced on treated cotton cloth, the patachitras are also done on tussar silk, wood and other substrates. A tedious time consuming process, known as ‘NiryasKalpa’, the prepara- tion of the painting canvas can take up to 5 days. The steps followed:
Tools and Materials
Making Process
Patachitra Painting Process:
Making Process
Themes and Styles
The bold lines, the bright colours and the fine pictorial conceptions distinguish this art form from the rest. Its uniqueness lies in its overall finesse and rhythmic juxtaposition of elements. A typical feature being the intricate borders embellishing the central theme of every Pata painting, usually in red and involving floral motives. There is an interesting mix of folk as well as classical elements.
Themes and Styles-A
Themes and Styles
The themes are primarily inspired from the mythologi-
cal tales and figures.
The repetition of motif and pattern render a geometric appearance to the paintings.
Artistic Manifestations
Artistic Manifestations
Chitra Pothi
Palm leaves have long been used as writing materials. It was introduced in the Cuttack district of Orissa and traditionally was practiced by the Chitrakar families of Raghurajpur. An exclusively indigenous tradition of Orissa, the craft of palm leaf manuscripts dates back to the medieval period. Usually the legends of Ramayana and Ma- habharata, images of gods and goddesses, the nature and wildlife themes are presented. Vibrant visual vegetable and mineral colors are used. Romantic figures drawn on small leaves now serve as bookmarks in today’s times.
Palm leaf engraving, also called Talapatrachitra, is an ancient form of folk art originated in the Indian State of Orissa. Colors are muted and have a minor role to play. The themes used are mythological, spiritual and erotic.
Manifestations of the Craft-A
Transformation of The Art
Changes over the Years
Technology: - The technology of the painting is still the same as it used to be. The only difference being that
they use mouse haired brushes for more detailed work.
Design: - Patachitra started with religious paintings of Lord Jagannath and other mythological stories. Now the
Patachitras are minutely detailed and intricate.
Market: - Paintings were made only for religious purposes and were painted on a canvas. New market is now
demanding Patachitra on Tussar silk as wall hangings
Transformation-A
Transformation of The Art
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