Originated in Odisha, Pattachitra is a popular art form, which represents the tradition and culture of the state. Here are some interesting facts regarding this unique and inspiring art form. 1. While Pattachitra painting survives in places, such as Puri, Sonepur, and Paralakhemudi, Raghurajpur is known to be the birthplace of this art form. 2. Almost all the households of Raghurajpur are engaged in developing handicrafts such as Pattachitra, wooden sculptures, stone carvings, and Tribal & Tussar paintings. Some of the craftsmen are even national awardees. 3. The home of a Pattachitra ‘chitraakar’ poses as his workplace while the members of his family pose to be his helping hands. The craftsmen generally carry the Odiya titles ‘Maharana’ or ‘Mohapatra’. 4. To prepare the canvas, the craftsmen first grind and heat tamarind seeds in a clay pot. The paste formed by this process helps in holding two cloth pieces together. The cloth is then left for drying. Finally, the clot...