Art Around Us: Heritage and Culture · Term 1

Warli Painting: Stories and Symbols

Students will learn about the history and cultural significance of Warli painting, focusing on its characteristic geometric figures and narrative themes.

Key Questions

  1. Analyze how the simple geometric shapes in Warli art effectively convey complex stories of daily life and rituals.
  2. Explain the cultural significance of specific symbols and motifs commonly found in Warli paintings.
  3. Design a Warli-inspired artwork that tells a personal story or depicts a community event.

CBSE Learning Outcomes

NCERT: Indian Art Forms - Folk Art - Warli Painting - Class 7
Class: Class 2
Subject: Fine Arts
Unit: Art Around Us: Heritage and Culture
Period: Term 1

Suggested Methodologies

Gallery Walk

Groups create exhibits, circulate, and give written feedback

30–50 min

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Role Play

Embody a historical figure or character to explore perspective

25–50 min

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