What we do
We aim to make the legacy of Tanjore art accessible to everyone — art aficionados, first-time buyers, and creative learners alike.
Welcome To Athmakala Tanjore art gallery
I am Pooja Yadav, the founder of Athmakala Tanjore Art Gallery. I was born and raised in the heritage town of Hampi, where my passion for traditional Indian art took root. Coming from an art background family, I have been practicing the intricate and vibrant Tanjore painting style with dedication. I had the privilege of training under Shivakumar Sir, a renowned artist from Thanjavur, the birthplace of this art form. To further enhance my skills, I pursued a Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A) in Visual Arts from Hampi University, continuing my journey in preserving
and promoting traditional Indian art.
From a young age, I have always been passionate about art, especially painting. This deep interest only grew stronger over time. I later moved to Bangalore, where I continued to nurture and develop my talent with dedication, making space for creativity whenever possible. Every brushstroke became a way to stay connected to my passion, and I remained committed to improving my skills, no matter the challenges.
I travelled from Hampi to Bangalore with a clear dream in my heart—to build a Tanjore painting gallery and a training institute. After reaching the city, I rented an old house and carefully transformed it into a warm and creative Tanjore painting workshop. Here, I began training students step-by-step, guiding them from basics to a professional level, and slowly built a dedicated and talented team. Along with teaching, I started customising Tanjore paintings to suit client needs, working on unique designs and even creating very large-sized paintings. Today, we are proud to be known for our creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to craft different and distinctive forms of Tanjore paintings that carry both tradition and originality.
Welcome To Athmakala Tanjore Art Gallery
We aim to make the legacy of Tanjore art accessible to everyone — art aficionados, first-time buyers, and creative learners alike. From bespoke painting commissions to immersive learning experiences, we honor heritage through both creation and education.