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The Bhil Art Activity Book by Rooftop was designed to provide you with the most in-depth knowledge of Bhil painting that will help you tackle complex compositions and themes. As you go through each page of practice tips and lessons, youll find your art skills improving rapidly. If you want to develop a strong understanding of the art form and elevate your art to the next level, this is the ideal art learning companion for you.

Show off your art skills by immortalising them on a piece of thick canvas cloth. This high-quality canvas can be framed or displayed on an easel, so all your friends and guests can appreciate your love for Indian art. It is already decorated with the outline of a simple motif, so you can focus on painting and putting down the finer details.

Colourful stickers in a range of exciting designs that celebrate Indian art learning and the joys of being an artist! Stick these on your sketchbook, laptop or tablet and proudly flaunt your love for traditional Indian art forms.

If you love sending postcards to your friends or simply collecting them, youre going to love Rooftops intricately designed postcards. Use these postcards to write a message, or gift them to an art lover. Each postcard features designs from Indian folk and tribal art forms. Use them to capture a message or a memory.

The Madhubani Art Activity Book by Rooftop was designed to provide you with the most in-depth knowledge of Madhubani art that will help you tackle complex compositions and themes. As you go through each page of practice tips and lessons, youll find your art skills improving rapidly. If you want to develop a strong understanding of the art form and elevate your art to the next level, this is the ideal art learning companion for you.

The Gond Art Activity Book by Rooftop was designed to provide you with the most in-depth knowledge of Gond painting that will help you tackle complex compositions and themes. As you go through each page of practice tips and lessons, youll find your art skills improving rapidly. If you want to develop a strong understanding of the art form and elevate your art to the next level, this is the ideal art learning companion for you.

Whats better than curling up with a fun book? Having an attractive bookmark to mark your page, of course! These bookmarks fulfil an aesthetic as well as a practical purpose. If youre an Indian art lover who loves to read, pick one of these up today! Their Indian-art inspired designs make them a hit with readers of all ages.

The art pictures of baby goat in the belly of a mother goat. The only thought process behind this painting is the love, care and affection of a mother towards her children

"From this painting, the artist is tring to portray a Spring A Spring is a nature's way of telling new beginnings - trees grow new leaves, birds mate and chirp all over even according to the Indian calendar we have festivals, celebrations and everything So this painting is all about how nature and humans celebrate the arrival of Spring"

A lion with a fluffly mane, perched atop a veined tree.

Gods, Goddesses and other mythical creators of this world have been always depicted in the books and stories. Nobody hasn't actually seen them. Here, the artist depicts a very unique figurine of Goddess with open hair, no ornaments or weapons. Artist says that the Goddeess herself is the supreme power so why does she need weapons to defend or destroy? The Lion - ride of the Goddess is also unsual without any mane - this is majorly because the artist wants to show that it she is a divine being and no one has seen the divine yet In the painting it is depicted that the artist is walking through the forest at night"

Phad - Elementary is a beginner-friendly guide to Phad painting, a traditional Rajasthani art form. It introduces the basic techniques, motifs, and storytelling elements of Phad art. With straightforward explanations and illustrative examples, this book helps newcomers grasp the essentials of creating and appreciating these detailed narrative scrolls.*

The Gond Essentials series is a collection of beautifully illustrated books that delve into the ancient and mystical world of Gond, a land of stunning beauty and ancient magic. Each book in the series is a masterclass in world-building, offering a unique blend of mythology, history, and adventure.

A symmetric portrayal of 9 donkeys and herders, lit by diyas, the sun and the moo

The painting is based on the epic Ramayana. Right from Lord Rama heading to seek education to Sita Swayamvaram ceremony.

Pichwai - Essentials provides a concise introduction to Pichwai art, a traditional Rajasthani painting style. The book covers the key aspects of Pichwai, including its history, techniques, and distinctive motifs. With clear explanations and illustrations, it offers a foundational understanding of this intricate art form and its cultural significance. Ideal for beginners and art enthusiasts, it highlights the essential elements of creating and appreciating Pichwai paintings.*

All sorts of creatures are welcome aboard the stag-ship!

In this symmetric painting, a bright yellow background holds a bright blue tree, nesting some holena birds and two equidistant birds, climbing onto it.

An auspicious motif for the Bhils, men on horses resemble the most popular Pithora motif.

A complete village scene unfolds, separated by a green river tying the composition together.

An elephant lifts up a tree, shaking the birds off.

Two roosters in a symbiotic relationship with birds surrounding them.

A lime coloured, freshly blooming Bhil

All sorts of creatures are welcome aboar

"The idea of this painting traces to a fascinating rule of the jungles It is all about monkeys and their lifestyle. So the story goes - when a monkey falls off a tree, it is expelled from the community "

"Similar to the previous painting, this painting is also related to motherhood Here, we can see a baby elephant on top of mother elephant. One might assume this to be a Lord Ganesha, but the artist doesn't want to be obvious in this case"

This painting depicts the Indian woman in modern times who is rooted in her traditions yet connected with the future.

In this painting, the Khajur (Dates) tree is shown with the Holena birds. The birds are known to build their nests in these trees are right before the rainy season begins.

A glimpse into the lifestyle of the Fisherfolk Community.

A vibrant blue peacock afoot a tree, adorned with intricate dot patterns and bold colors, reflecting the distinctive tribal style of Bhil art.

Cow Dung and Red Mud on Cloth A conceptual painting showing the origins of civilisations and the linkages between the earth, humans and animals.

"Hansraj Ghoda is mythical creature from the stories of Gond tribe Hira Khan is a king of the Gond tribes during the ancient times Hira Khan is believed to be the rider of this female horse It is believed that the female horse was so divine and magical that it was capable of flying with Hira Khan and is 18 weapons together"

"Tulsi Vivah is one of the many important festivals of Indian tradition. In this painting, a lot of elements can be seen and the artist describes it one by one In the center we have Tulsi plant - the focus point of this painting On the either side, we have Lord Vishnu who marries Tulsi - on the left we have Lord Vishnu with a face and on the right without the face Crossing the Tulsi plant is a moon. Usually, according to the Hindu calendar we measure days according to the waxing and wanning moon. Hence the painting also shows a time period from from a full moon to half crescent moon Apart from that there are animals, birds around that shows a part of nature And the confettis around portay celebration."

"Gond art is all about nature, trees and animals In this painting, the artist has depicted the rampant cutting of forests It is shown that the deer hangs by the tree that is currently without any leaves and has driend The hanging deer is a metaphor that the wildlife hangs by the presence of forest and it will soon die"

The painting depicts the importance of Banyan Tree. This the only tree that emits oxgen even at night and hence Gond people believe that the tree is perfect for sleeping or resting during any time - night or morning. The painting is a perfect depiction of a lush green banyan tree with leaves, branches and birds enjoying themselves.

This is a story of how a couple defied the age old caste traditions and proved that love is superior to all In the medivial times, a boy from a lower and a girl from an upper caste fell in love and wanted to marry and spend their life together However, the society didn't accept this marriage because this was intercaste. The couple - Ganja (boy) and Mahua (girl) sacrifice themselves in a forest And a place where they sacrificed, two trees - grew together interwined against each other The story highlights the strength and innocence of love. It is believed that love always blinds people (in a good way), it is a feel, when mutual can help a person calm themselves forgetting the turmoil around us - the artist tells that's exactly how one feels when consuming ganja or mahua Today, the age old caste practice still continues - people from the Gond community aren't allowed to consume Ganja and Mahua together, but it is always recommened to have them seperately"

a woman with shimmering wings, balancing a water pot on her head while holding a baby's hand and pointing skyward. Her expression is a mix of hope and determination, embodying the spirit of motherhood. A scorpion tattoo on her thigh adds a layer of resilience to her figure. The soft, dreamlike background enhances the theme of nurturing and empowerment.

Children enjoying their playtime on a tree, calling out to other children in an airplane

A bustling car journey along wavy roads bordered with animals and wildlife.

A glowing blue tree, sheltering a bright eyed camel.

5 ladies, all decked up to take off to wonderland, on this aircraft with a pinwheel horn.

Hop along on the winged elephants back for a ride along Bhili lands!

A trampede in motion, as all animals run helter-skelter - careful, you might get trampled!

This unique painting depicts how the tribe got its various surnames. According to the legend once the Warli people were attacked by outsiders and many of them ran off to various places to hide. They then received the surname according to the place they hid at.

One goes through many ups and downs in life. To reach the top they have to go through many struggles and hardships in life. Taking this concept, the artist shows the life journey of Lord Ganesha showing how he got the honour of being worshipped first. The painting shows Lord Ganesha in bright red colour signifying his current form and the background, made using coffee shows his life story and the story of how he became the elephant god.

Motherhood, as the name suggests shows how mothers care for their children to keep them happy and he

A typical Bhil style painting showing the flora and fauna.

This painting signifies how the presence of Lord Krishna colours the world as exquisitely as a lotus in bloom.