Sohrai - Santhal Tribe - Jharkhand

Course Overview

Sohrai Wall Art is a traditional mural painting practiced by tribal communities such as the Munda Tribe, Oraon Tribe, and Ho Tribe in Jharkhand. The art form is traditionally created on mud house walls using natural earth pigments and simple tools such as fingers, twigs, and handmade brushes. Sohrai paintings are closely associated with the harvest festival and agrarian life, reflecting the community’s deep connection with nature, animals, and seasonal cycles. The motifs often depict animals, plants, and scenes from daily tribal life, symbolizing fertility, prosperity, and harmony with the environment. These vibrant wall paintings serve both decorative and ritual purposes, preserving cultural knowledge and artistic expression across generations.

Learning Outcomes

Understand the cultural, ecological, and ritual significance of Sohrai wall painting traditions in Jharkhand.
Acquire foundational skills in surface preparation, natural pigment use, and traditional freehand mural techniques.
Identify key Sohrai motifs, patterns, and symbolic meanings related to nature and community life.
Develop thematic paintings inspired by traditional tribal narratives and ecological themes.
Gain awareness of preservation methods, documentation practices, and livelihood opportunities in folk art.

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Comprehensive introduction to the cultural traditions of Sohrai painting and its significance in tribal agrarian festivals and community life.
Practical learning of traditional materials, natural pigments, surface preparation, and freehand mural painting techniques.
Understanding symbolic motifs representing animals, plants, human activities, and ecological balance in tribal worldview.
Guidance on contemporary adaptation, quality standards, preservation practices, and entrepreneurship opportunities for artists.

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