Gond Art

Sessions:  2
Hrs per Session:  2

Gond art, originating from the Gond tribe of Madhya Pradesh and surrounding regions, is a vibrant traditional art form deeply connected to nature, mythology, and daily tribal life.

Known for its geometric motifs called ‘digna’ and elaborate depictions of flora, fauna, gods, and legends, Gond paintings serve as visual storytelling that honors ancestral beliefs and natural elements like the revered Mahua tree.

Artists use natural pigments sourced from soil, coal, limestone, and cow dung, applying them with brushes made from beaten bark fibers, and create intricate patterns of dots, lines, and shapes on prepared mud walls or floors.

Historically passed down through generations, this art blends ritual significance with folk narratives, reflecting the community’s animistic culture.

Contemporary Gond artists have expanded the tradition by incorporating modern themes and materials such as acrylics and inks, bringing socio-political issues and folklore into wider public view through paintings, books, and décor, thus evolving Gond art while preserving its rich cultural heritage.