a) Puri Pattachitra (Temple Tradition)
- The most famous and widely practiced style.
- Primarily depicts Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra, along with scenes from the Ramayana and Mahabharata.
- Highly detailed floral and geometric borders are a signature feature.
- Traditionally painted on cotton cloth coated with tamarind paste and chalk.
b) Raghurajpur Pattachitra (Heritage Village Style)
- Practiced in Raghurajpur, the heritage crafts village near Puri.
- Known for miniature detailing and rich color schemes.
- Depicts Dashavatara (ten incarnations of Vishnu), Krishna Leela, and Ganesha in different poses.
- Includes palm leaf engravings (Tala Pattachitra) and decorative panels.