Tanjore Collective
Tanjore Collective
Spurthy GB

Tanjore Artist · Head Teacher

Spurthy GB

A trained artist from Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath, Bangalore, Spurthy brings together teaching, creation and coordination as the studio's lead teacher. From planning classes and schedules to working closely with artists and students, she ensures a seamless learning experience.

Guidance Made Approachable

Spurthy GB teaches with warmth, curiosity and an instinctive ease with the art. Friendly and approachable, she encourages students to ask questions freely, offering clear guidance and thoughtful solutions that help them move past uncertainty and trust both the process and their own creativity.

3+ Years

Of dedicated practice and teaching in Tanjore painting

500+ Students

Taught over 25+ courses, masterclasses post her 1 year training

Spurthy teaching

What began as passion became practice — and through it, this divine art form found its place in my life.

Spurthy about her Tanjore journey

Goddess Lakshmi

Goddess Lakshmi

Spurthy's favourite subject to paint is Goddess Lakshmi

Gold Foil Work

Gold Foil Work

Favourite part of the Tanjore process is using 24k gold foil

Favourite Joy

Favourite Joy

The ease of creating freely, while discovering something new each time.

A Journey Shaped by Curiosity

Many of Spurthy GB's students come to her with questions, curiosity and a desire to explore. Through an open and encouraging approach, she helps learners move past hesitation, find solutions and enjoy the process of learning. For many, the journey becomes one of confidence and creative discovery — guided by trust, curiosity and steady practice.

Meghana P

Spurthy's warmth and patience made the learning experience truly enjoyable. She has a way of making complex techniques feel simple and brings a sense of spiritual peace to the process.

Meghana P

Goddess Gajalakshmi

Akshata A

I loved how Spurthy encouraged us to explore and experiment while maintaining the traditional techniques. The course was well-structured and the material quality was excellent.

Akshata A

Shiva Parivar

Rev P

Spurthy's calm and encouraging teaching style helped me overcome my initial hesitation. Her professional approach to online instruction made the experience seamless.

Rev P

Goddess Durga

Sunitha V

Learning from Spurthy was a delightful experience. Her patience and encouragement made every session something to look forward to.

Sunitha V

Goddess Gajalakshmi

Ritu C

The virtual environment feels just as engaging as an in-person class. Spurthy's guidance was invaluable throughout the entire course.

Ritu C

Goddess Gajalakshmi

Meghana P

Spurthy's warmth and patience made the learning experience truly enjoyable. She has a way of making complex techniques feel simple and brings a sense of spiritual peace to the process.

Meghana P

Goddess Gajalakshmi

Akshata A

I loved how Spurthy encouraged us to explore and experiment while maintaining the traditional techniques. The course was well-structured and the material quality was excellent.

Akshata A

Shiva Parivar

Rev P

Spurthy's calm and encouraging teaching style helped me overcome my initial hesitation. Her professional approach to online instruction made the experience seamless.

Rev P

Goddess Durga

Sunitha V

Learning from Spurthy was a delightful experience. Her patience and encouragement made every session something to look forward to.

Sunitha V

Goddess Gajalakshmi

Ritu C

The virtual environment feels just as engaging as an in-person class. Spurthy's guidance was invaluable throughout the entire course.

Ritu C

Goddess Gajalakshmi

Nurturing Skill and Confidence in Tanjore Art

Strengthening Learning Foundations

Focus on building strong foundations for beginners with step-by-step guidance, ensuring every student develops a solid base in traditional techniques.

Exploration Through Guidance

Enables student creativity through thoughtful guidance and encouragement, helping learners discover their own artistic voice within the tradition.

Supporting the Studio and Students

Oversees learning coordination and classroom management, ensuring a seamless and enriching experience for every student.