Classical Dance of India: Bharatanatyam

2:09 AM - Posted by FitFoodieMegha - 18 comments

Base: Sketch Paper.
Made Using: Color Pencils.
Topic: Bharatanatyam is one of the most popular and oldest dance forms of India and belongs to the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is known for its grace, purity, tenderness, and sculpturesque poses.

Bharata Natyam skillfully embodies the three primary ingredients of dancing. They are bhava or mood, raga or music and melody and tala or timing. It is also performed by both man and woman.

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18 comments:

Autumn Leaves said...

Megha, she is stunning! Love her expression too.

... on July 21, 2010 at 2:36 AM

FitFoodieMegha said...

That was "Real" quick Sherry! Thanks for your comment! I am so glad you liked her.

... on July 21, 2010 at 2:38 AM

Elizabeth Seaver said...

You've absolutely captured what you describe as the mood and spirit of the dance. It's beautifully rendered, as well. Very nicely done.

... on July 21, 2010 at 3:49 AM

Gwen Bell said...

Great job on the figure and what a beautiful face! Love the colors of the outfit. You've certainly captured the elegance of the dance!

... on July 21, 2010 at 6:30 AM

Clytie said...

I agree with the above commenters ... you really captured the grace and beauty of the dance. I really love the colors - and you used colored pencils! Wow. You are a true artist!

... on July 21, 2010 at 6:35 AM

Art with Liz said...

So graceful, so beautiful. What a lovely drawing.

... on July 21, 2010 at 9:28 AM

martinealison said...

Plein de bonheur transpire dans ce très beau dessin...

... on July 21, 2010 at 12:47 PM

Arianna said...

Lovely this dancer: colours, expression...she's got all! Arianna

... on July 21, 2010 at 12:59 PM

hw (hallie) farber said...

Beautiful--I think she could dance right off the page.

... on July 21, 2010 at 5:08 PM

FitFoodieMegha said...

Thanks to all of you for your ever beautiful comments! :)

... on July 21, 2010 at 11:04 PM

Haddock said...

simple and elegant.
Pleasing colours.

... on July 24, 2010 at 10:57 AM

farah said...

hellomedha,
i happened to come across your blog and i must say hats off to you . what a beautiful blog. i am including it in my blog list. i also have a blog . pl do see it and become a member. i wd love to have your comments as i respect you as an artist. my blog is www. farahartcreations.blogspot.com. hoping to see you there

... on July 27, 2010 at 4:32 AM

Debra Keirce said...

Very interesting...I love dances that tell stories - especially historical ones. Thanks for sharing!

... on August 8, 2010 at 6:01 AM

Anonymous said...

I'm a bharathanatyam dancer! I love the movement in this one!

... on November 15, 2010 at 6:07 AM

weekend et coup de brosse said...

Votre travail est magnifique! ( j'ai quelques affinités avec l'INDE ) je regarde souvent les photos d'Olivier Follmi qui a vécu en Inde !
Your work is magnificent! (I have some affinities with INDIA) I often look at Olivier Follmi's photos who lived in India!
cath -FRANCE

... on December 1, 2010 at 4:17 AM

weekend et coup de brosse said...

N'hésitez pas venez me voir sur mon blog comme amie !
Do not hesitate come to see me on my blog as friend!

... on December 1, 2010 at 4:19 AM

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Very interesting...I love dances..keep it up...

... on January 8, 2011 at 11:06 PM

Anonymous said...

Very pretty girl dancing! I love her hair braid in motion

... on October 8, 2011 at 12:36 AM

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