Wednesday, July 21, 2010

Classical Dance of India: Bharatanatyam


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:

  1. Autumn LeavesJuly 21, 2010 at 2:36 AM

    Megha, she is stunning! Love her expression too.

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  2. FitFoodieMeghaJuly 21, 2010 at 2:38 AM

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

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  3. Elizabeth SeaverJuly 21, 2010 at 3:49 AM

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

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  4. Gwen BellJuly 21, 2010 at 6:30 AM

    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!

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  5. ClytieJuly 21, 2010 at 6:35 AM

    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!

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  6. Art with LizJuly 21, 2010 at 9:28 AM

    So graceful, so beautiful. What a lovely drawing.

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  7. martinealisonJuly 21, 2010 at 12:47 PM

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

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  8. AriannaJuly 21, 2010 at 12:59 PM

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

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  9. hw (hallie) farberJuly 21, 2010 at 5:08 PM

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

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  10. FitFoodieMeghaJuly 21, 2010 at 11:04 PM

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

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  11. HaddockJuly 24, 2010 at 10:57 AM

    simple and elegant.
    Pleasing colours.

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  12. farahJuly 27, 2010 at 4:32 AM

    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

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  13. Debra KeirceAugust 8, 2010 at 6:01 AM

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

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  14. AnonymousNovember 15, 2010 at 6:07 AM

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

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  15. weekend et coup de brosseDecember 1, 2010 at 4:17 AM

    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

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  16. weekend et coup de brosseDecember 1, 2010 at 4:19 AM

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

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

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  18. AnonymousOctober 8, 2011 at 12:36 AM

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

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