In some of the more remote regions of the country, folk and tribal art have resurfaced with a vengeance and gained a significant following among the general Indian public. This range in diverse styles has substantiated India as one of the forthcoming regions to present a thriving artistic environment. For those unfamiliar with Indian art, here's a site that provides an introduction to Indian art of all shades. Those who have less access to travel, who tend to explore different cultures through literature or via the Internet and those interested in the art world can now browse through the Indian art scene from the comfort of their home. The Shalinart gallery exists solely on the Net and maintains no physical presence.
New artwork is rotated in frquently.
The purpose is to foster an environment where debate, quality of work and conversation provide us and the artists a forum in which to interact with the larger audience of the Internet. Shalinart allows you to view contemporary Indian paintings and sculpture on display in the leading art galleries in India. The site also present Indian Folk and Tribal paintings culled from the artisans themselves. All the pages are designed for rapid display while maintaining the highest image quality. Details of each piece of artwork are viewed by enlarging the image via a single click.