Watercolour painting is a popular medium both among professional as well as amateur artists. It offers you a large plethora of creative possibilities and it’s quite easy to use. Here’s an insight into some of the popular techniques that you too could try out. Wash MUSICIAN by Rajib Gain The basic wash technique is a technique used in the majority of watercolour paintings. It’s just about dipping a brush into paint and water and spreading it over the intended surface. What’s important though is that this must finally appear as one solid hue. Washes are intended to soak into a painted piece ..read more

“Art is the queen of all sciences communicating knowledge to all the generations of the world.” – Leonardo da Vinci Landscape-1 by Sudha Srivastava On April 15, 2024, as we commemorate World Art Day, we gather under the banner of “A Garden of Expression: Cultivating Community through Art.” This theme encapsulates the essence of creativity’s transformative power, inviting individuals worldwide to explore the connections forged through artistic expression.  History and Significance Working Women by Aditya Mendiratta World Art Day, established in honour of Leonardo da Vinci’s birthday by the ..read more

“We dream in colours borrowed from the sea” – Christina Rasmussen, American author and poet.  The sea’s vastness and ever-changing character is full of wonder and mystery. Throughout the annals of art history, it has stood as an inexhaustible wellspring of inspiration for creative minds.  The Mystical Allure of the Sea The dichotomy of the sea as a nurturer of life and a harbinger of destruction has fueled artistic expression, with seascapes becoming metaphors for human struggles, aspirations, and uncertainties. This duality gives the sea a mystical persona, making it a place of awe ..read more

By P Abigail Sadhana Rao Temples are significant in Hindu iconography, embodying profound symbolism that transcends mere architectural beauty. Incidentally, they have also been a popular subject in paintings throughout history. They hold religious and cultural significance and evoke a sense of tranquillity and spirituality. Artists have depicted temples in various styles capturing their grandeur and symbolism.  Indian temple paintings are emblematic of reconstructing the universe and its universal principles that enable everything in it to function. They are portrayed as sacred trees expl ..read more

By Team Mojarto  Watercolour painting is one of the most satisfying and engaging activities. The brushing, the sharp strokes, the flowing colors, all makeup for an authentic picture. But using watercolour is not as easy as it seems. While it gives a beautiful and aesthetic look, it is also one of the most difficult processes. But practice yields results and Mojarto brings you a few tips to start practicing. Truth By Maite Delteil Use Specific Papers For Watercolours For a watercolour painting, it is best to use paper made specially to bear watercolours. Watercolour papers, thoug ..read more

by Team Mojarto Did you know that keeping paintings or artworks in a particular direction or space can bring in positive emotions? Sounds incredible and impossible, but it’s true! Likewise even the correct and suitable choice of art can trigger some amazing and unbelievable results which will do wonders for your rooms. All that is required is a keen sense of observation and the insight of choosing the right artwork that suits you. We bring you some easy tips to follow and present you with some of our unique artworks that can be used effortlessly to light up your home with artistic positive emo ..read more

By P Abigail Sadhana Rao Winter and art share a strange affinity, it is in fact very peculiar and ever so fascinating. However transfixing wintry scenes may be, their depiction in paintings was scant. Early European paintings did not depict snowy scenes mostly because their subjects revolved around religious themes. Artists avoided painting landscapes for the very same reason.  In the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries, the earliest representations of snow appeared.  Since then, they have inspired countless artists and their renowned works of art, from Pieter Bruegel the Elder’s intim ..read more

By Team Mojarto  Indian cities have a charm of their own, each of them have a distinctive character. With diverse influences and history, their uniqueness is what adds to their appeal and identity. Here’s a look at some works inspired by urban life in Indian cities.  1. Gateway Of India, Mumbai Gateway of India Mumbai by Prasanta Maiti The Gateway of India is an arch-monument built in the early 20th century in the city of Bombay (Mumbai) and it is one of the city’s historic monuments. The Gateway of India was erected to commemorate the landing of British King George V and Queen ..read more

By Team Mojarto   Natural elements have been the centre of rituals, traditions and social behaviours through time and space. One of them, being water, has been the locus of civilizations and the metaphor for a range of things- from persistence to adaptability to time itself. Rivers have become sacred and the ocean waves as a source of tranquillity. While all of that paints a calm picture, we are not unaware of the damage a stream of water can do; despite all that, it remains to be the core of human actions.  1. On the Crystal Bed… From The Series On The Crystal Bed… By Mugd ..read more

By Team Mojarto  Some of us are always looking for excuses to take a break, spend time in the arms of nature and get lost in little corners of the world. We always want to get out and explore, see the beauty that the world holds. Celebrate the traveller, the wanderlust within you with these affordable fine art prints that transport you to your happy places without having to leave your couch. Mountains & Valley By Priya Kurup This artwork takes us to the calm and serene mountains, in the midst of the greatness that continuously makes us want to know more, feel more, see more ..read more