Madhubani Art: Indian Folk Art Through Lines, Patterns & Stories

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Madhubani Art: Indian Folk Art Through Lines, Patterns & Stories

Name: Madhubani Art: Indian Folk Art Through Lines, Patterns & Stories
Brand: Tanisha Dutta
Price: 325.0 CAD
Availability: InStock

Explore the fundamentals of Madhubani painting while developing your own visual language through traditional motifs, pattern, symbolism and storytelling. Across four hands-on classes, you’ll practise characteristic line work, build a personal motif library and experiment with sustainable surfaces including handmade paper, cardboard, fabric and found materials. You’ll create smaller studies along the way, then bring everything together in a finished Madhubani-inspired mixed-media artwork.

All Materials Included

Sketch paper, pencils, erasers, fine-tip markers and recycled surfaces including cardboard, fabric scraps, old papers and packaging materials are provided.

ART HUB

Hands-on classes at the Urban Art Collective Art Hub.

Small Class Size

6 minimum · 12 maximum

SKILL LEVEL

No Experience Needed

COURSE RUNDOWN

Class 1: Introduction To Madhubani

Explore the history, cultural importance and symbolic language of Madhubani art. Practise essential techniques including double lines, dots and cross-hatching, begin building your own motif library and complete a small line-based artwork.

Class 2: Composition & Pattern Building

Learn how Madhubani artists build balanced compositions using placement, symmetry, repetition and decorative borders. Develop composition sketches, create custom framing patterns and experiment with line work across surfaces such as cardboard, handmade paper, fabric and wood.

Class 3: Personal Stories Through Madhubani

Explore how personal memories, places and experiences can be translated into Madhubani-inspired symbols. Experiment with mixed-media techniques using paint, fabric scraps, thread, collage and natural textures to begin building a more personal storytelling piece.

Class 4: Final Madhubani Artwork

Bring together your motif library, line techniques, composition skills and mixed-media experiments to complete a finished Madhubani-inspired artwork. Wrap up with a supportive group sharing session focused on process, inspiration and the completed pieces.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

By The End Of This Course, You Will:

Understand the history, cultural significance and symbolism of Madhubani painting.
Use traditional motifs, decorative patterns and characteristic line techniques.
Create balanced compositions using symmetry, repetition, spacing and decorative borders.
Develop a personal library of Madhubani-inspired motifs and symbols.
Experiment with traditional techniques across sustainable and found materials.
Translate personal stories and experiences into visual imagery.
Complete a series of studies and one finished mixed-media artwork.

YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Tanisha Dutta

Tanisha Dutta is a visual artist and educator who believes art gets more interesting when we bring our own stories, cultures and experiences into the process. You could say every piece has a bit more to draw from.

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Folder or Portfolio: Bring something to keep your drawings safe and organized between classes.

Have a question about the course or need to discuss accessibility or accommodations before class? Contact us at learn@urbanartcollective.ca.

Parking is available at 1088 Somerset St W at the UAC Art Gallery, as well as at 50 Bayswater Ave. The parking area at 50 Bayswater is accessed from Somerset St W, not from Bayswater Avenue.

Cancellation Policy

14+ days before the first class: Full refund to your original payment method.
7–13 days before: Full-value UAC LAB credit.
Less than 7 days before: No refund or credit.

Registrations can be transferred to another person at no charge before the class begins. Missed classes or sessions are not eligible for refunds, credits or individual make-up classes.

If UAC LAB cancels a class, you can choose a full refund or full-value UAC LAB credit. If we reschedule and the new date does not work for you, you may also request a refund or credit.

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