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In this article, we will take a look at the various sub-schools within the Rajput painting category, the features that distinguish them from one another, themes popular among the artists, and the use of colors in the paintings- a marvelous element of these artworks that makes the subjects come to live with vivid energy and drama. The politics of medieval India was marked by a division of regions among many states, a number of which were known as Rajput kingdoms, populated by royal families and their subjects. Though distinctive in the themes and techniques they favored, these schools also share a cultural background, symbols, and stories that run like a thread connecting the many canvases of Rajput paintings.

"In Indian art generally, possibly because of its predominantly religious character, the symbolic level is always the more important. The depicted surface-reality always very strongly implies some general statement. For instance, the animals and plants of the Buddhist frescoes are not just animals and plants but symbols of the whole of creation, a statement that it is animated, that it feels and suffers."

Tanjore derives its name from the capital of Chola empire, Thanjavoor. This place has one of the beautiful temple of Lord Shiva-Brigadeeswara temple. This art form was developed with the patronage of the Maratha rulers in the 18th century.This type of art which is famous for its ornamental relief work flourished with the patronage of the kings. The process of making a Tanjore painting requires dedicated skilled labour. There are many stages during the making of this painting. The article celebrates Tanjore paintings as a vital part of India's artistic heritage, showcasing their beauty and the craftsmanship involved in their creation.

Indian miniature paintings, a symbol of India’s rich artistic heritage, are exquisite works of art characterized by their diminutive size and unparalleled detail. These paintings, often no larger than a few inches, encapsulate within their tiny frames a world of intricate patterns, vibrant colors, and profound narratives. Spanning centuries and diverse cultures, Indian miniature paintings offer a fascinating glimpse into the country’s history, religion, and aesthetics. The Mughal miniatures, Rajput painting, and sub-schools within it create a large collection of historical miniatures, however, small images drawn on surfaces is a technique that existed in the country since ancient times.

"At first the available colors are ground on a stone slab (by rubbing or grounding) to bring them in a powder form. Some artists use mortar and pestle of a very hard quality stone. Then that color is dissolved in water along with some gum and then filtered. The filtration process is continued till the color becomes totally earth or sand free. Thereafter water is removed and the color is dried and kept in form of balls. When required, the desired color along with some dry gum is dissolved slowly in water with the help of finger or thumb.'

The Mughal miniature is known for setting a vast and intricate story within a very small frame. This means that the subjects- human, natural, and architectural elements with all their details were drawn with precision. Everything, from a line to shading of the subjects was to be done with a steady hand because the miniature would be effective only if all the visual components were sharp and clear. To draw a perfect miniature, the artist had to pick the perfect brush. "In Sanskrit the word Tulika is used for brushes. The artists in their ordinary language call it Kalam. It is worthwhile noting here that the different styles of paintings are also called as Kalam, viz. - Bundi Kalam, Kangra Kalam, Shah Kalam, etc. Kalams of different thicknesses are chiefly prepared for different types of works and from different types of bristles. The thick or medium size Kalam is required to fill colors in the painting."