Title: Krsna: Coloring Book
Author/Illustrator: Govinda Dasi
Publisher: Govinda Studio Productions; Chandra Media
Publication Date: 1992
Language: English
Format: Paperback
Pages: app. 32
Based on the Tenth Canto of Srimad Bhagavatam (Translation and commentary by His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada)
The Krsna Coloring Book illustrated by Govinda Dasi (also known as Govinda devi dasi) is a classic children's activity book featuring detailed, black-and-white line art depicting the pastimes of Lord Krishna, specifically aimed at bringing scenes from Vrindavan to life. The book contains illustrations designed to be colored, often accompanied by text describing Krishna's childhood, His interactions with cows and calves, and His pastimes with friends in the forest.
Illustrator: Govinda Dasi, an early disciple of A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada and a pioneering artist for the Hare Krishna movement. Govinda Dasi's art was highly regarded by Srila Prabhupada for its bhava (devotional mood) and simplicity, even when later artists produced more technically refined work. These drawings were part of the early ISKCON (Hare Krishna) effort to educate children about Krishna consciousness through art.
