The Studio-Paint Bar

An opportunity to learn "Madhubani Art of Mithila Region" of India, Classical Folk Art from the region of Bihar in India from Artist and Art Educator Meena Chopra

Meena Chopra is an accomplished artist who has been a visual artist since 1985 and writing poetry since the 90's. Going often between India and Canada, she has learned many art forms and has trained classically in them during her illustrious career.

She is passionate about teaching the art of Madhubani, which can be likened to an Indian version of Zentangle. Madhubani is an art form that was based out of the village of Mithila in India where primarily women started to draw and paint stories with motifs from nature to pass on traditions. They used hand made paper and panted and drew with twigs, pigments, fine brushes and paints. The result is a beautiful and rich piece of storytelling in art, a tapestry of imagery that leaves no piece of the paper empty from design, motif and colour.

Come and learn the motifs, the fundamentals of design and put together your own story in an ancient art ready to frame.

Frames will be available to purchase.

Come prepared with a story- either your family story, a significant event in your life or a dream you would like to make a reality on paper.

Course Details:

• We will be learning, drawing and painting Madhubani art on paper.

• All materials will be provided for this course- paints, paper, brushes, pens

• There will be light snacks included for the participants.

-Please note: this price does not include a drink.

Please email us to let us know if you need any dietary accomodations or have any allergies/restrictions.

Please try and arrive at least 15 minutes early to settle in, grab a seat and grab something to drink. Our fabulous Art Bar has some fine wines, craft beers and non-alcoholic beverages curated to inspire an evening of art, good company and fun.

For more information: check out www.thestudiopaintbar.ca or contact us at info@thestudiopaintbar.ca