Rajput painting; also known as Rajasthani Painting; is a style of Indian painting; which evolved and flourished during the 18th century in the royal courts of Rajputana; India; flowing from the style of Mughal painting; which itself derived from the Persian miniature.

Each Rajput kingdom evolved a distinct style; but with certain common features. Rajput paintings depict a number of themes; including events from epics like the Ramayana and the Mahabharata; Krishna's life; beautiful landscapes; and human life.

Miniatures in manuscripts or single sheets to be kept in albums were the preferred medium of Rajput painting; but many paintings were done on the walls of palaces; inner chambers of the forts; havelis; particularly; the havelis of Shekhawati; the forts and palaces built by Shekhawat Rajputs.

The colours were extracted from certain minerals; plant sources; conch shells; and were even derived by processing precious stones. Gold and silver were used. The preparation of desired colours was a lengthy process; sometimes taking weeks. Brushes used were very fine.