In Indian sub continent the tradition of painting has been carried on since the ancient times. As per this fact are the exquisite murals of Ajanta and Ellora, Buddhist palm leaf manuscripts, Mughal and Kangra schools of miniature Indian paintings, etc. Infact, records have been found that indicate the usage of paintings for decorating the doorways, guest rooms, etc of palaces.

Some of the traditional Indian paintings like the famous ones of Ajanta, Bagh and Sittanvasal are the depictions for love, nature and its forces. The evolution of Indian classical paintings with time had become a sort of blend of the various traditions influencing them.

Folk painting in India has become quite popular amongst art lovers, at both levels national as well as the international level.

Most of the folk paintings reflect a heavy influence of the local customs and traditions. Classical paintings are mostly the classical masterpieces that will remain captivating and mesmerizing, despite the technological advancement and the passing of time. Whether one might be an admirer or appreciate the creativity or a collector of paintings, everyone wants to own and purchase a classical painting which not only decorates ones' house but also adds a regal touch to it.

A classical painting usually expresses emotions in a most magnificent way. Magic of refined skills and natural colors creates a heavenly illusion which stirs everyone's mind.

Classical Oil Painting

Some of the best classical oil paintings are usually made with extremely versatile oil paints. The paintings can be opaque and transparent. Since the introduction of the Indian classical oil paintings during the renaissance period, it has been used avidly.

Great Indian classical Painters

Rabindranath Tagore

Also know as Gurudev, Rabindranath Tagore, was a prolific painter. His paintings have been exhibited in India and abroad. He used unique coloring schemes and styles in his paintings. Much of his artwork was inspired from primitivism.

Ravi Varma

Ravi Varma was born in on April 29, 1848. His artistic skills were hugely inspired and featured the depiction of scenes from the epics of the Mahabharata and Ramayana. His paintings were never seen been before coalesce of Indian tradition with European art.

His philosophical outlook has always been appreciated, but he is most appreciated for his paintings of sari clad women of India.

Landscape Paintings

Inclination of portraying objects in unique texture or color, led to essaying landscape paintings. In these classical paintings, works of art are reframed nature for expressive effect and that is called abstract art. Abstract landscape paintings are mostly inspired by the natural surroundings. Color, texture, gestures, shapes and warm, cool palettes are used in it.

Spiritual Motifs

Hindu Puranas, epics, Hindu Gods and Goddesses are some of the spiritual motifs that have been used through ages in Classical Indian Paintings. These spiritual Hindu Paintings are very much imaginative and spiritually uplifting.

Several classical painting themes have been inspired from spiritual motifs.

Figure Drawing

The usage of art drawing can be traced back some 30,000 years in India. Nomadic men and women made different figures on the walls of their caves and canvas. For classical painters, human figures and their body language has always been a source of great inspiration.