Astamangala Courses By Lok Chitrakar

Aṣṭamaṅgala: Crash Course on Traditional Newari Paintings ( Paubha Art )

March 17,2023 – April 1,2023/ Patan Dhoka, Lalitpur
Join us for a captivating 7-day workshop on traditional Newari Paubha painting, focusing on the Asta Mangal symbols, under the expert guidance of the renowned artist Lok Chitrakar. This immersive course is designed for enthusiasts and aspiring artists who wish to delve into the rich world of Newari art, a significant part of Nepal’s cultural
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Beginners Traditional Nepali Painting Course: Exploring Paubha Art

  • Learning Asta Mangal Symbols: Explore the eight auspicious symbols (Asta Mangal) in Buddhist and Hindu traditions, each rich in symbolic meaning and artistic complexity.
  • Drawing Techniques: Develop skills in traditional Paubha drawing methods, focusing on the precise and meditative line work that characterizes these paintings.
  • Painting Techniques: Learn the art of color application, blending, and shading using natural pigments and traditional tools, as practiced by Newari artisans.
  • Symbolic Significance and Philosophy: Delve into the deeper spiritual and philosophical meanings behind the Asta Mangal symbols, enhancing your understanding and appreciation of the art.

Class Details

Day 1: Introduction to Newari Paubha Art

Day 2-7: Drawing Symbols and Other Elements

Day 8:Basics of Coloring – Flat Coloring

Day 9: Shading and Detailing with Color

Day 10: Closing Session and Next Steps

  • Recapitulate the key learnings and experiences from the course.
  • Receive guidance on furthering your practice of Paubha painting beyond the course.

Day 1: Introduction to Newari Paubha Art

Day 2-7: Drawing Symbols and Other Elements

Day 8:Basics of Coloring – Flat Coloring

Day 9: Shading and Detailing with Color

  • Explore advanced coloring techniques such as shading and detailing.
  • Enhance your Paubha compositions with depth and dimension through the use of color.

Day 10: Closing Session and Next Steps

Day 1: Introduction to Newari Paubha Art

Day 2-7: Drawing Symbols and Other Elements

Day 8: Basics of Coloring – Flat Coloring

  • Gain an understanding of basic coloring techniques in Paubha painting.
  • Learn how to apply flat colors to your drawings to bring them to life.

Day 9: Shading and Detailing with Color

Day 10: Closing Session and Next Steps

Day 1: Introduction to Newari Paubha Art

Day 2-7: Drawing Symbols and Other Elements

  • Learn to draw various Paubha symbols, including Srivatsa, Sankha, Padma, Dhvaja, Matsya, Dharmachakra, Chatra, Kalasa, Purna Kalasa, Charma, and Wind Chime.
  • Understand the symbolism and significance of each symbol.
  • Develop skills in accurately depicting these symbols using both pencil and brush techniques.

Day 8: Basics of Coloring – Flat Coloring

Day 9: Shading and Detailing with Color

Day 10: Closing Session and Next Steps

Day 1: Introduction to Newari Paubha Art

  • Understand the distinctions between Paubha and Thangka art.
  • Explore the symbolism of the Ashtamangala and its relevance in Nepali culture.
  • Introduction to the Asta Mangal symbols and their importance in the art form.

Day 2-7: Drawing Symbols and Other Elements

Day 8: Basics of Coloring – Flat Coloring

Day 9: Shading and Detailing with Color

Day 10: Closing Session and Next Steps