The Simplest Ways to Make the Best of The Aboriginal Art-Attack, Visiting Naya Pingla, Where the Colour Speaks
Pat (pronounced pot) depicts a canvas on which illustrations are made. |
How to Reach Pingla?
Winding through the initial busy state highway, then turning to the village road, snaking through lush green meadows; the greenery was disrupted only by the transmission towers in between. |
Getting into the Village Locality
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What is Patachitra and Its Significance- The Scroll Which Speaks
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The History
The Evolution into Modernism
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They have widened the form of canvases too- which literally varied from the clothed scrolls to the daily wearable clothes, usable umbrellas, pieces of jewelry. |
A Hidden Message in Itself- Unity in Diversity
Deeply absorbed in their work, painting an illustration on the paper |
Where to Stay
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21 comments
Beautiful paintings! The colours are so vibrant. I didn't know there existed this place so near Kharagpur where they made patachitras. It's a village full of art! I'd love to visit when I'm home!
ReplyDeleteSure. This is indeed a hidden gem in the West Midnapore district.
DeleteInspiration for me... #destination for next road trip
ReplyDeleteYup.... a must from KGP
DeleteIt's really amazing how they make their own paints from the plants and herbs that they grow!
ReplyDeleteThey are so very creative really. We have art designs simpler in here to cover some graffiti but if they will be like these.. it will be awesome-r lol
ReplyDeleteVery, very artistic. These are the type of people who should be rich, because of their talents and that they preserve the culture of a nation.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! I love that you showcased the artisan at work, it provides readers of your blog with so much appreciation for what they actually do!
ReplyDeleteThis art is absolutely breath-taking! I love the vibrant colours and attention to detail exhibited in these works.
ReplyDeleteThat sounds like a great place to visit especially if you love art and is seeking inspiration. They are quite talented and I love seeing people doing amazing artworks.
ReplyDeleteI love the posts about culture and travel and explanation of things that are not in an everyday newspaper. This place is magical. The people are sharing their gift with the others through their art creation. What an expedition for your to make and see it all!
ReplyDeleteYou can find art all over the village. Every house is Instagram worthy. They meticulously prepare every color from natural ingredients and take time in perfecting their paintings, amazing.
ReplyDeleteWell I will add the place to my overflowing messy bucket list and try to tik it off very soon
ReplyDeleteWow, this was full of surprises. I never considered this area, but it honestly sounds like the perfect place for every artist. It’s so beautiful.
ReplyDeleteWow, beautiful art that have different yet deep meanings painted in them! I would love to buy one, I wish they could ship overseas!
ReplyDeleteI have never visited the area, but the pictures are really tempting.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the wonderful post.
What a fun trip and just love all the artwork—so much meaning! Loved this!
ReplyDeleteThese paintings are so beautiful..! Such a great trip you had..! Thanks for sharing..
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful and fun art work. I really like the bold colors used x
ReplyDeleteLaura
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Color is therapeutic! And you did spend your day so well, experiencing color. Those pieces of art as so good, I'd buy them as souvenirs.
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful paintings..aboriginal tribes have a very rich culture and traditions such that it shows in their paintings.
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