Beauty of nature is manifest in this spectacular Kalamkari painting. Here Indian terrain is given a terrific treatment with some spectacular flowers. Kalamkari is a popular folk genre of painting and it derives its name from Kalam meaning Pen, and Kari meaning work, literally Pen-work. It is hand painting as well as block printing with vegetable dyes. Kalamkari painter should have a sound knowledge about pattern and colours. |