The Life and Art of Raja Ravi Varma #googlearts

In this lesson you will:

1. Find out about Raja Ravi Varma’s early life.
2. Learn how Varma was trained as an artist.
3. Understand why it was unusual for Varma to become a professional artist.
4. Take a look at Varma’s portraiture.
5. View paintings that reflect Indian religious and cultural traditions.

This lesson plan is designed for students to explore independently at their own pace. It can also be used by parents and teachers, to direct learning on a 1-2-1 basis and in a classroom or group setting.

The lesson plan is designed for use on a computer or tablet as there are lots of links to online content, so there is no need to print.

It is suitable for anyone, but we recommend it for ages 12 to 15.

There are three chapters:
Chapter 1: Blending Styles and Influences
Chapter 2: A World of Color and Sound
Chapter 3: Varma’s Impact on India

This lesson plan was created in association with Six Red Marbles