Dear Friend,
Tamil Heritage Trust is delighted to announce the "THT Indology Festival 2026", celebrating the theme of “Caves, Courts and Beyond: Painting Traditions of India”.
#THTIndoFest2026, this year's edition of the annual, week-long, online event of Tamil Heritage Trust, brings together eminent scholars, art historians, curators, and researchers to explore the rich and diverse journey of painting in India across regions, religions, courts, temples, and living folk practices.
The event is from June 11th through 16th, with 12 talks across six days.
From prehistoric rock shelters and the murals of Ajanta to the vibrant temple paintings of South India, centuries of artistic expression have shaped the visual culture of the Indian subcontinent. The journey also takes us through Jain traditions, Rajput and Pahari schools, as well as Sultanate, Deccan, and Mughal aesthetics — each reflecting a fascinating history of artistic exchange and cultural interaction. These traditions continue to thrive today through devotional, folk, and tribal art practices rooted in community life.
Join us as our expert speakers illuminate us with fresh insights on the beauty of these traditions, and the historical, social, and cultural worlds from which they emerged.
There are two Online Talks every day starting at 5.30 pm. And they are free to watch.
To receive your link for ALL the Talks, please register at: bit.ly/THT_Register
See you at #THTIndoFest2026!
With regards
Tamil Heritage Trust
