About me
Section 5
My life has been an immersive exploration of music and art since childhood, navigating the interconnectedness of sound and colour.
My devotion to Indian miniature painting began in earnest when I met my guru, Padma Shri Vijay Sharma ji of Chamba. Under his mentorship I continue to deepen my understanding of the Pahari schools, and of Basohli, Guler and Kangra in particular.
I am a graduate of The King's Foundation School of Traditional Arts, where I am now pursuing a PhD. Alongside the Pahari schools I have developed expertise in the Tanjore and Mysore traditions, and I continue to widen my repertoire, studying Madhubani, Pattachitra and Pichwai.
My work has previously been shown at the Saatchi Gallery in London, and will be on display at the Garrison Chapel in London this October.
What began as training in the traditional arts has become a lifelong pursuit and a deep source of reflection. I look forward to continuing this journey of learning, creating and discovery in the fascinating world of colour and sound.

Section 4
My Artistic Learning Journey
A chronological trajectory of Traditional Art mastery, and prestigious recognitions.
Exhibition at State Art Gallery
State Art Gallery
Upcoming Exhibition: At State Art Gallery, Hyderabad
From Darkness to Light, From Light to Darkness
Garrison Chapel
For Details, go to URL. https://lalitakapilavai.com/events/light-to-darkness
Alumni Exhibition @start.art.global and @schooloftraditionalarts
School of Traditional Arts
https://media.umbraco.io/live-company-group/hfehctka/startx- pfsta-catalogue-2023.pdf
Advanced Training in Pahari Art
Padma Shri Dr. Vijay Sharma
Undergoing advanced training in Pahari art from Padmashri Dr Vijay Sharma, Chamba, Himachal Pradesh.
Conducted Demonstration of Pahari Art
Glendale Academy
Conducted Demonstration of Pahari Art to students of Glendale Academy, Hyderabad.
Educational Tour to learn from Master Craftsmen in Traditional Arts
Multiple Cities
Udaipur- Basics of Pichwai Painting from artist Rajaram Sharma. Jaipur – Embossed and Illuminated Calligraphy from artist Kailashchand Sharma. Mysore- Mysore Painting from artist J. S. Sridhar Rao
Degree Show at London
Prince’s Foundation for Traditional Arts
https://www.kings-foundation.org › degreeshow2021
Master of Traditional Arts with Distinction
King’s Foundation School of Traditional Arts
Master of Traditional Arts with Distinction
Educational Tour to learn from Master Craftsmen in Traditional Arts.
Multiple
Udaipur- Basics of Indian Miniature Painting from artist Lalaji. Dahanu- Worli art from artist Sadashiv Mashe. Odisha - Pattachitra and Pothichitra from artist Prasanna Nayak. Bangalore- Tanjore Painting from artist Swarna Raja. Sri Kalahasti – Kalamkari Art from Sri Viswanath Reddy. Hyderabad- Drawing of Sri Yantra from artist Sambashiva Shastri. Cheriyal Painting from artist Madhu Merugoju. Madhubani Painting from artist Pavan ji.
Teaching of Tanjore and Oil Painting
Lalitakapilavai Arts
Teaching of Tanjore and Oil Painting
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Lalita Kapilavai Resume
Lalita Kapilavai_Resume_Arts_V1.pdf
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