We had mis-match at office yesterday.. This is me all dressed up for it.Dont laugh I won!
Friday, October 9, 2009
Mismatch day
Posted by Gayathri
We had mis-match at office yesterday.. This is me all dressed up for it.Dont laugh I won!
We had mis-match at office yesterday.. This is me all dressed up for it.Dont laugh I won!
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Newsletter : Issue#4
In this issue
| Harshith's Vidyarambham This Vijayadashmi (28th Sept) saw the celebration of Harshith's Vidyarambham ceremony which formally initiates him to the characters of the syllabary (click here to read more on Vidyarambham). The ceremony took place at 'Sreenidhi' (his residence) and was performed by his paternal grandfather Sri. A.K.Chandrashekharan Pillai |
Birthdays this month : Date of birth : Pirannal : | |
Anniversaries this month : NIL |
Saturday, September 12, 2009
Rajasthan miniature
Posted by Gayathri
As the name suggests, these kind of paintings are comparatively smaller in sizes. Miniature paintings date back to 6th - 7th century in India however it flourished extensively during the Mughal rein. The second Mughal emperor Humayun, when in Tabriz in the Safavid court of Shah Tahmasp I, was exposed to Persian miniature painting. When he came back - he brought with him two accomplished persian miniature artists with him. Their works, and the assimilation of local styles during succeeding decades, gave shape to a distinct style, which became known as Mughal painting. During the 18th century, miniature paintings evolved and flourished in the royal courts of Rajputana, India, flowing from the style of Mughal painting - which we today know as the Rajasthan miniature paintings.
The colours extracted from certain minerals, plant sources, conch shells, and were even derived by processing precious stones. Gold and silver were used. The preparation of desired colours was a lengthy process, sometimes taking weeks. Brushes used were very fine.
Each Rajput kingdom in Rajasthan then evolved a distinct style, but with certain common features. Rajput paintings depict a number of themes, events of epics like the Ramayana and the Mahabharata, Krishna’s life, beautiful landscapes, and humans. Some of the art schools with distinctive styles today are at Amber (near present-day Jaipur), Bikaner, Marwar (Jodhpur), Mewar (Udaipur), Kishangarh, Pratabgarh, Kota, Bundi, Nathdwara, Kangra, Kulu, and Guler.
Well, so much for the background information about Rajasthan miniature, now to tell you about my discovery of it.
I saw a painting at Murali Valiachan's place, it gave me feeling of Mughal court and whatever I saw, I liked. (Enough to get a few clicks from my camera). On a closer look I could figure out as much that it is done on glass . As I have done glass painitngs before, I knew it wasn't the usual glass colours but I haven't done enough of using other mediums so I was at a loss!! It had some kind of glossy colours (which dint look like paint to me) . Meanwhile Valiachan informed that the painting is actually a fine art and made of precious stones. (I think thats what he told me - yes!) .
Well, this was enough for my curiosity to rise and "Hail internet" and "Hail google" I kept searching with different combinations of mughal, glass, precious stones (which now I know are gemstones - the painting in question above might very prossible have used crushed gemstones in the form of powder and dusted and glued at required places on glass) . One thing led to another and I ended up being introduced to Rajasthan miniatures and I got deeply fascinated by them. The jewellery to begin with fascinated me the most. And the thought of doing such detailed jewels on a miniature scale fascinated me further. And colours used so bright and bold, and the women so beautifully painted, with the right kind of expressions and the right .................. woooooooo!! Thats too much of fascination to digest, so I will bring you back to reality and give you a peek on my attempt of Rajasthan miniature.
Its around 10 x 17 cm done on black colour paper using watercolours. Took 4 days to finish.
As the name suggests, these kind of paintings are comparatively smaller in sizes. Miniature paintings date back to 6th - 7th century in India however it flourished extensively during the Mughal rein. The second Mughal emperor Humayun, when in Tabriz in the Safavid court of Shah Tahmasp I, was exposed to Persian miniature painting. When he came back - he brought with him two accomplished persian miniature artists with him. Their works, and the assimilation of local styles during succeeding decades, gave shape to a distinct style, which became known as Mughal painting. During the 18th century, miniature paintings evolved and flourished in the royal courts of Rajputana, India, flowing from the style of Mughal painting - which we today know as the Rajasthan miniature paintings.
The colours extracted from certain minerals, plant sources, conch shells, and were even derived by processing precious stones. Gold and silver were used. The preparation of desired colours was a lengthy process, sometimes taking weeks. Brushes used were very fine.
Each Rajput kingdom in Rajasthan then evolved a distinct style, but with certain common features. Rajput paintings depict a number of themes, events of epics like the Ramayana and the Mahabharata, Krishna’s life, beautiful landscapes, and humans. Some of the art schools with distinctive styles today are at Amber (near present-day Jaipur), Bikaner, Marwar (Jodhpur), Mewar (Udaipur), Kishangarh, Pratabgarh, Kota, Bundi, Nathdwara, Kangra, Kulu, and Guler.
Well, so much for the background information about Rajasthan miniature, now to tell you about my discovery of it.
I saw a painting at Murali Valiachan's place, it gave me feeling of Mughal court and whatever I saw, I liked. (Enough to get a few clicks from my camera). On a closer look I could figure out as much that it is done on glass . As I have done glass painitngs before, I knew it wasn't the usual glass colours but I haven't done enough of using other mediums so I was at a loss!! It had some kind of glossy colours (which dint look like paint to me) . Meanwhile Valiachan informed that the painting is actually a fine art and made of precious stones. (I think thats what he told me - yes!) .
Well, this was enough for my curiosity to rise and "Hail internet" and "Hail google" I kept searching with different combinations of mughal, glass, precious stones (which now I know are gemstones - the painting in question above might very prossible have used crushed gemstones in the form of powder and dusted and glued at required places on glass) . One thing led to another and I ended up being introduced to Rajasthan miniatures and I got deeply fascinated by them. The jewellery to begin with fascinated me the most. And the thought of doing such detailed jewels on a miniature scale fascinated me further. And colours used so bright and bold, and the women so beautifully painted, with the right kind of expressions and the right .................. woooooooo!! Thats too much of fascination to digest, so I will bring you back to reality and give you a peek on my attempt of Rajasthan miniature.
Its around 10 x 17 cm done on black colour paper using watercolours. Took 4 days to finish.
Verdict : Dad says could have been better. Some of my fellows from a forum said the anatomy could be improved.
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Newsletter : Issue#3
In this issue
| Onam wishes Following is a message from the Managing Trustee of the 'VASPAK Family Trust' GREETINGS Let us wish Latha & Mohan for their auspicious begining of the construction of their dream house in Ezhupunna, which is slated for 4th Sept. 2009. We look forward to get together soon for their housewarming. LOVE AND BLESSINGS ONCE MORE TO ALL. |
Birthdays this month : Arun : 01st Oct Muraleedharan : 05th Oct Pirannal : Muraleedharan : 09th Sept Sureshkumar G : 15th Sept Rajesh : 04th Oct Renjini: 06th Oct |
Mohan and Latha visited Tirupathi last month along with some family friends from Nasik. And as an offering to Lord Venkateshwara they tonsured their hair. While returning, they got down at Pune to stay with Chippy for a day and then contunued their journey home. Here is a picture of them together |
Anniversaries this month : Muraleedharan & Santhi : 08th Sept Suresh and Radhika : 14th Sept | Mohandas and Latha begin the construction of their house The foundation stone for Mohan and Latha's house will be laid on 04th Sept at Ezupunna marking the beginning of the construction of the house |
Monday, August 31, 2009
Coffee painting
Posted by Gayathri
Hi Everyone
I had some coffee powder remaining from my parents last visit. After getting inspired from lots of artists around the world, I decided to put it into good use!! This is my first attempt using only coffee powder to get the painting done.
Hi Everyone
I had some coffee powder remaining from my parents last visit. After getting inspired from lots of artists around the world, I decided to put it into good use!! This is my first attempt using only coffee powder to get the painting done.
For enthusiasts, click here and be awestruck :
http://www.coffee-paintings.com/
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