SCZCC summer workshop to feature traditional art forms
This year's workshop promises a rich learning experience, offering training in a diverse range of artistic expressions like Warli, Gond and Mandana painting, and the art of crafting Cheriyal masks. While Warli painting is the renowned tribal art from Maharashtra, Gond painting is the celebrated tribal art of Chhattisgarh, and Mandana painting is the traditional folk art of Madhya Pradesh. The intricate art of crafting Cheriyal masks is an ancient art form from Telangana.
Experts of the respective art forms from these four states will guide the participants personally.
The summer workshop will be conducted over six days at the SCZCC, Nagpur premises, with two sessions each day: from 9am to 12noon and 3pm to 6pm. Participants will receive expert guidance in each of the featured art forms.
Registration fee is Rs600 per participant per session for the entire six-day duration. Participants will have to to bring their own art supplies.
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For further details about the workshop, interested individuals can contact Rajesh Khadse on 9326969492 or Shweta Tiwari on 9422480905.
The SCZCC, a part of the Ministry of Culture, Govt of India, consistently works towards preserving and promoting the cultural heritage of its member states. These workshops play a crucial role in this mission by not only keeping traditional art forms alive but also by imparting these skills to a new generation of artists.
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