Tanjore Artist & Head Teacher

Yashaswini Jaishankar

She began her journey with Tanjore Collective as a student. She teaches with clarity and patience. Her teaching focuses on helping students master intricate detailing and correct techniques, with special attention to building a strong foundation for beginners.

Guidance that builds confidence

Yashaswini Jaishankar teaches with clarity, care, and quiet encouragement. Through step-by-step guidance and gentle, constructive corrections, she creates a learning environment that feels supportive rather than intimidating, helping students build confidence as their skills and understanding take shape.

  • 3+ Years

    Of committed practice and mindful teaching in Tanjore paintings

  • 400+ Students

    Taught over 15+ courses, masterclasses post her 1 year training

"Interest is where you begin; dedication and practice are what carry you forward."

Yashaswini on a student’s first step

  • Lord Balaji

    Yashaswini's favourite subject to paint is Lord Balaji

  • Embossing

    Favourite part of the Tanjore process is embossing

  • Favourite Joy

    The calm that comes with focused, uninterrupted practice.

More Than Just Learning

Students often describe the quiet clarity Yashaswini Jaishankar brings to the classroom. Her teaching creates a steady, encouraging space where learners grow into the process, finding confidence through patient practice and gentle guidance.
Nithya V

I’ve learnt so much from Vibha and her fabulous team; Spurthy and Yashaswini about this ancient tradition of Tanjore artwork. I’ve done 2 DIYs and 1 online class and I believe they can make anyone masterful in Tanjore painting through their wonderful teaching skills, patience and dedication. I do love receiving the Tanjore Collective kit in the mail with all its beautiful materials, everything we’ll need to make a gorgeous painting. I very much look forward to joining many more classes with them and further fuelling this new addiction.This is Manasa, and I have just completed my first Tanjore painting of Lord Ganesha. I am deeply grateful to Vibha and her team for offering such wonderful courses and for allowing me to be one of her students. After seeing Vibha’s Balaji frame, I made sure to join her next course on Lord Ganesha. Vibha is very down to earth and greets everyone with a warm smile every day. She is extremely knowledgeable and shared every detail — from purchasing the right materials to the step-by-step process — which made learning easy and enjoyable. First came the embossing, then my favourite part: applying the gold foil. She taught us how to work on intricate details in a simple and approachable way. When it came to painting, I must say Vibha truly has magic in her hands. Her brush strokes are so precise, and we were encouraged to choose our own colours. Our batch ended up creating especially vibrant and colourful Ganeshas. The entire journey was filled with enthusiasm, joy, and a constant eagerness to learn more. Vibha, Spoorthi, and Yashu were always by our side at every step, helping us correct and refine our paintings. I especially loved the offline classes, as I got to meet so many people with similar interests. I will truly miss everyone. Lastly, a big, heartfelt thank you to the entire team.

Nithya V
Lord Balaji
Sushma S

Thank you so much Vibha and Yashaswini for being very supportive and guiding me through each and every step of my painting process, making it easy for a beginner like me. I highly recommend Tanjore Collective Art Studio to anyone interested in learning this beautiful and exquisite art form. Tanjore painting is a beautiful and intricate art form, known for its rich colors, compact composition and surface richness, which makes it truly special. This unique style has always inspired me to learn more about it . Creating my first Tanjore Painting of Lord Hanuman with Tanjore Collective Art Studio through their online classes was incredible. I am truly blessed to have Vibha as my guru because of her expertise , patience and dedication to Tanjore painting.

Sushma S
Lord Hanuman
Anupama

It was a wonderful experience to learn tanjore art from Tanjore collective.The whole journey was very inspiring , relaxing and interesting. Thank you Vibha and Yashaswini for being so patience in teaching each and every step of the process and making us so confident in completing the art with perfection. I would definitely recommend Tanjore collective to my family and friends. Thank you Vibha and Team. You guys are truly amazing.❤️🙏🏻

Anupama
Lord Ganesha
Meghana B

I recently completed my first Tanjore painting of Lord Ganesha. As a complete beginner, I had a wonderful experience attending the offline class. This was my first experience with this traditional art form, and I was amazed at how detailed and beautiful the process is. Vibha, Spoorthy, Yashaswini were very supportive and explained each step clearly from preparing and applying the gesso to gold foil application and intricate detailing. This offline class allowed us for hands-on learning and immediate corrections, which was very helpful, especially for a beginner like me. Looking forward to more such sessions. Thank you for this beautiful experience!

Meghana B
Lord Ganesha
Radha S

I had an amazing learning experience from Tanjore collective. I did Annapoorneshwari painting and this was my first ever art work to come in a canvas board! (never had hold paintbrush before this class😅) All the credit goes to these wonderful teachers. Vibha’s painting and stone work and Yash’s embossing work along with Spurty’s painting in terms of quality, techniques, tricks and tips have really shown me how much intricate knowledge they have had acquired on this art form over years. Thanks once again to Vibha and team 💕💕💕 See you soon in the next class💕

Radha S
Goddess Annapoorneshwari
Nithya V

I’ve learnt so much from Vibha and her fabulous team; Spurthy and Yashaswini about this ancient tradition of Tanjore artwork. I’ve done 2 DIYs and 1 online class and I believe they can make anyone masterful in Tanjore painting through their wonderful teaching skills, patience and dedication. I do love receiving the Tanjore Collective kit in the mail with all its beautiful materials, everything we’ll need to make a gorgeous painting. I very much look forward to joining many more classes with them and further fuelling this new addiction.This is Manasa, and I have just completed my first Tanjore painting of Lord Ganesha. I am deeply grateful to Vibha and her team for offering such wonderful courses and for allowing me to be one of her students. After seeing Vibha’s Balaji frame, I made sure to join her next course on Lord Ganesha. Vibha is very down to earth and greets everyone with a warm smile every day. She is extremely knowledgeable and shared every detail — from purchasing the right materials to the step-by-step process — which made learning easy and enjoyable. First came the embossing, then my favourite part: applying the gold foil. She taught us how to work on intricate details in a simple and approachable way. When it came to painting, I must say Vibha truly has magic in her hands. Her brush strokes are so precise, and we were encouraged to choose our own colours. Our batch ended up creating especially vibrant and colourful Ganeshas. The entire journey was filled with enthusiasm, joy, and a constant eagerness to learn more. Vibha, Spoorthi, and Yashu were always by our side at every step, helping us correct and refine our paintings. I especially loved the offline classes, as I got to meet so many people with similar interests. I will truly miss everyone. Lastly, a big, heartfelt thank you to the entire team.

Nithya V
Lord Balaji
Sushma S

Thank you so much Vibha and Yashaswini for being very supportive and guiding me through each and every step of my painting process, making it easy for a beginner like me. I highly recommend Tanjore Collective Art Studio to anyone interested in learning this beautiful and exquisite art form. Tanjore painting is a beautiful and intricate art form, known for its rich colors, compact composition and surface richness, which makes it truly special. This unique style has always inspired me to learn more about it . Creating my first Tanjore Painting of Lord Hanuman with Tanjore Collective Art Studio through their online classes was incredible. I am truly blessed to have Vibha as my guru because of her expertise , patience and dedication to Tanjore painting.

Sushma S
Lord Hanuman
Anupama

It was a wonderful experience to learn tanjore art from Tanjore collective.The whole journey was very inspiring , relaxing and interesting. Thank you Vibha and Yashaswini for being so patience in teaching each and every step of the process and making us so confident in completing the art with perfection. I would definitely recommend Tanjore collective to my family and friends. Thank you Vibha and Team. You guys are truly amazing.❤️🙏🏻

Anupama
Lord Ganesha
Meghana B

I recently completed my first Tanjore painting of Lord Ganesha. As a complete beginner, I had a wonderful experience attending the offline class. This was my first experience with this traditional art form, and I was amazed at how detailed and beautiful the process is. Vibha, Spoorthy, Yashaswini were very supportive and explained each step clearly from preparing and applying the gesso to gold foil application and intricate detailing. This offline class allowed us for hands-on learning and immediate corrections, which was very helpful, especially for a beginner like me. Looking forward to more such sessions. Thank you for this beautiful experience!

Meghana B
Lord Ganesha
Radha S

I had an amazing learning experience from Tanjore collective. I did Annapoorneshwari painting and this was my first ever art work to come in a canvas board! (never had hold paintbrush before this class😅) All the credit goes to these wonderful teachers. Vibha’s painting and stone work and Yash’s embossing work along with Spurty’s painting in terms of quality, techniques, tricks and tips have really shown me how much intricate knowledge they have had acquired on this art form over years. Thanks once again to Vibha and team 💕💕💕 See you soon in the next class💕

Radha S
Goddess Annapoorneshwari
  • Focused Craftsmanship

    Yashaswini's work is defined by intricate detail and consistent precision, visible across all her paintings. Through focused practice, each element emerges with clarity and balance.

  • Balanced & reflective

    She believes in continual self-improvement through dedicated practice and the courage to learn, even when the process feels challenging. This mindset carries into her teaching, where she encourages students to approach learning with openness, patience, and confidence.

  • Strengthening the Learning Foundation

    She plays a key role in strengthening the foundations of Tanjore painting for new learners, ensuring that essential techniques and detailing are understood with clarity and care from the very beginning.