Traditional Rogan Painting

Three kinds of Traditional Rogan painting: Origins, Techniques, and Preservation

Rogan painting is deeply connected to Buddha’s disciples and originates from Bihar, India. It traveled from Bihar to Bamiyan with Buddha’s disciples and later reached Gujarat. Research conducted by UNESCO and Japanese scientists uncovered evidence of this connection in Bamiyan. In 2008, the oldest oil painting, created by Buddha’s disciples using the ‘drying oil technique,’…

Ancient Intellectual Indian Rogan Art by Ashish Kansara

Introduction In the quaint village of Madhapar, Bhuj, Gujarat, a centuries-old artistic tradition continues to thrive through the dedicated work of Ashish Kansara. Known for his expertise in Rogan art, Kansara is a pivotal figure in preserving and revitalizing this ancient Indian craft. This blog delves into the essence of Rogan art, explores Kansara’s journey,…