FORGOTTEN DREAM PAINTERS| EP.9 - JAMINI ROY: THE FOLK MODERNIST OF INDIA

In this episode, we step into the colorful, humble, and deeply rooted world of Jamini Roy — the artist who turned simplicity into timeless beauty. From mastering European academic art under Abanindranath Tagore to abandoning it all for the Kalighat painting, Jamini Roy’s journey celebrates the true soul of Indian folk traditions. He believed that true art does not require opulence — only honesty, devotion, and a connection to one’s roots. What You’ll See in This Video: -Jamini Roy’s transformation from academic painter to folk art pioneer -The influence of Kalighat paintings and rural Bengal on his work -His use of natural pigments and indigenous materials -The story behind his famous “Mother and Child” series -His fascination with Christian themes and Indian spiritual identity -How he made art accessible — and why he never sold a painting for more than ₹350 (~$4 USD) Disclaimer: The artworks and images featured in this video are included under fair use for educational and commentary purposes. All rights remain with their respective owners. Sources/Useful Links for more information about Jamini Roy and his masterpieces: https://laasyaart.com/jamini-roy-an-a... https://thebetterindia.com/315290/ben... 🌙 IMAGE/VIDEO SOURCES Excerpt from {NGMA Mumbai}, Jamini Roy: Film - Portrait of a Painter:    • Jamini Roy : Film - Portrait of a Painter.   Image of An outside view of Government College of Art & Craft, KOLKATA, INDIA - featuring old works- some even more than 100 years, of students on October 1, 2015 in Kolkata, India. (Photo by Indranil Bhoumik/Mint via Getty Images) Image of Landscape painting. Source: akarprakar.com Image of Landscape 2 and a portrait painting. Source: Artsy, Courtesy: artisera.com Images of untitled Sketches By Jamini Roy. Source: https://dagworld.com/lines-of-flight-... Image of Kalighta Paintings from the 19th century. Source: Source V&A Museum Image of Bengali Lady applying Kohl, Kalighat Painting. Source: Wikimedia commons Image of “Lady in Pink Sari”. Source: https://mapacademy.io/article/jamini-... Image of “Bengal School of Art”. Source: https://caleidoscope.in Image of “Padma Bhushan Award”. Source: identifymedals.com First Image of Jamini Roy. Source: artisera.com Second Image of Jamini Roy. Source: https://laasyaart.com/jamini-roy-an-a... Third Image of Jamini Roy. Source: https://www.cntraveller.in/story/arti... Fourth Image of Jamini Roy. Source: thefamouspeople.com Image of “Self-portrait of Jamini Roy”. Source: https://www.akarprakar.com Image of “Portrait of Jamini Roy” (1951) By M. F. Husain. Source: wikiart 🎶 Music Credits: Track 1: “The Centre of it All”- Yehezkel Raz Licensed from Artlist.io Track 2: “Himalayan Syabru” - Suraj Nepal Licensed from Artlist.io Track 3: “Charukeshi Longing Yearnings” - Suraj Nepal Licensed from Artlist.io Music has been Edited/looped for this video.