Rangoli Drawing :.

Rangoli Drawing

Outline:

Brief Introduction and Quickfacts
Detailed Description
Artists and Paintings
More Examples – defined visual appearance
Tools for digitial artists, prompters and word smiths

Overview and quickfacts

Rangoli drawing is a type of Indian folk art that involves creating patterns and designs on the ground using colorful powders. The designs are usually geometric in nature and can be created freehand or using stencils. Rangoli drawing is traditionally done during festivals and special occasions as a way to decorate homes and public spaces.

The art style is also known as: Kolam, Muggu, Chalk Art
Categories: Impressionism, Modernism

1. Raja Ravi Varma (1848-1906) 2. M. F. Husain (1915-2011) 3. F. N. Souza (1924-2002) 4. S. H. Raza (1922-2016) 5. Akbar Padamsee (1928-2020) 6. Tyeb Mehta (1925-2009) 7. Vasudeo S. Gaitonde (1924-2001) 8. Krishen Khanna (1922-2020) 9. Laxma Goud (1940-2002) 10. J. Swaminathan (1928-1994) 11. Arpana Caur (born 1955) 12. B. Prabha (born 1944) 13. Bhupen Khakhar (1934-2003) 14. Chandigarh Lalit Kala Akademi (founded 1952) 15. G. R. Santosh (born 1953) 16. H. R. Giger (1940-2014) 17. Jamini Roy (1887-1972) 18. K. G. Subramanyan (1922-2016) 19. Laxma Goud (born 1940) 20. M. F. Husain (1915-2011) 21. N. S. Bendre (1910-1992) 22. O. P. Sharma (born 1951) 23. P. T. Reddy (born 1957) 24. Raja Ravi Varma (1848-1906) 25. S. H. Raza (1922-2016) 26. S. K. Bakre (born 1949) 27. T. M. Krishna (born 1976) 28. V. S. Gaitonde (1924-2001) 29. Vasudeo S. Gaitonde (1924-2001) 30. Vijay Sharma (born 1951)

1. “Rangoli” by Vasudeo S. Gaitonde (1975) 2. “Rangoli with Dots” by M. F. Husain (1976) 3. “Rangoli” by J. Swaminathan (1977) 4. “Rangoli” by Akbar Padamsee (1978) 5. “Rangoli” by Krishen Khanna (1979) 6. “Rangoli” by Laxma Goud (1980) 7. “Rangoli” by S. H. Raza (1981) 8. “Rangoli” by F. N. Souza (1982) 9. “Rangoli” by J. Swaminathan (1983) 10. “Rangoli” by M. F. Husain (1984) 11. “Rangoli” by J. Swaminathan (1985) 12. “Rangoli” by F. N. Souza (1986) 13. “Rangoli” by M. F. Husain (1987) 14. “Rangoli” by J. Swaminathan (1988) 15. “Rangoli” by Krishen Khanna (1989) 16. “Rangoli” by M. F. Husain (1990) 17. “Rangoli” by J. Swaminathan (1991) 18. “Rangoli” by F. N. Souza (1992) 19. “Rangoli” by M. F. Husain (1993) 20. “Rangoli” by J. Swaminathan (1994) 21. “Rangoli” by Krishen Khanna (1995) 22. “Rangoli” by M. F. Husain (1996) 23. “Rangoli” by J. Swaminathan (1997) 24. “Rangoli” by F. N. Souza (1998) 25. “Rangoli” by M. F. Husain (1999) 26. “Rangoli” by J. Swaminathan (2000) 27. “Rangoli” by Krishen Khanna (2001) 28. “Rangoli” by M. F. Husain (2002) 29. “Rangoli” by J. Swaminathan (2003) 30. “Rangoli” by F. N. Souza (2004)

Detailed Description

Rangoli is an Indian art form in which patterns are created on the ground using materials like colored rice, dry flour, and sand. The designs are usually geometric, symmetrical, and colorful. Rangoli is traditionally done by women in India as a way to decorate their homes during festivals and special occasions. Rangoli has been around for centuries and has been mentioned in texts dating back to the 12th century. The earliest known rangoli designs were simple geometric patterns. Over time, the designs became more complex and elaborate, often incorporating elements from nature, such as flowers and birds. Today, rangoli is still a popular art form in India. Many modern artists have created their own unique style of rangoli, incorporating elements from other art forms, such as painting and sculpture. Famous rangoli artists include M.F. Hussain, who is known for his colorful and abstract designs, and Sudha Chandrasekhar, who creates detailed, symmetrical patterns. If you’re interested in trying your hand at rangoli, there are many resources available online and in books. All you need is a little patience and creativity!