Lord Dhanvantari: The Divine Healer

About the Workshop

Create a traditional style Kerala Mural painting of ‘Lord Dhanvantari: The Divine Healer’ with master native artist Mr. Saju M.P

Paint this mesmerizing painting in a traditional art form. Mr. Saju M.P, will take you through the process of creating this beautiful painting using the right traditional motifs and techniques.

"Lord Dhanvantari: The Divine Healer" - This exquisite Kerala mural painting depicts Lord Dhanvantari, the Hindu deity of medicine and an avatar of Vishnu, in a serene and majestic pose. Characterized by the vibrant blue skin typical of Vishnu's manifestations, the deity is adorned with an elaborate crown, traditional jewelry, and rich, intricate garments in shades of orange, red, and gold. In his four hands, Dhanvantari holds his characteristic attributes: a chakra and a shankha in his upper hands, and a pot of Amrita and medicinal herbs in his lower hands. The meticulous detailing and vibrant color palette are hallmarks of the Kerala mural tradition, making this a visually stunning representation of the divine healer.

Artist Saju's artwork serves as a catalyst for deeper cultural understanding and appreciation, inviting viewers to reflect on the significance of Kerala's diverse heritage and the ongoing contributions of its tribal communities to the region's cultural landscape.

In this 1-week workshop, create your masterpiece learning the techniques and history of this beautiful art form. You can attend live Zoom sessions where you interact with the master artist and other participants, learning not only the art form in depth but also more about the culture of the region. A structured classroom with step-wise instructions, pictures, and recorded videos will be available after the session on Google Classroom

This is a great opportunity to learn the motifs, techniques, and history of this ancient art form. Sign up for the workshop today!

Theme: Lord Dhanvantari: The Divine Healer
Dates: 22nd Sep. to 26th Sep. 2025
Time: 2:05 PM to 3:30 PM IST (Mon to Fri.)
Duration: 5 sessions (7.5 Hours+)Approx.
Price: INR 1450

Materials Needed

Material Needed:

-15*24 Inches Thick Paper/Canvas

- Pencils / Eraser / Sharpener

- Black Color Pen / Thin Marker

- Acrylic Colors - Yellow ochre, Permanent yellow medium, Sap green, Olive green, White,Black, Burnt umber, Burnt sienna, Prussion blue, Cobalt Blue,Indian red, Vermilion hue red, Scarlet red

- Long Hair Brushes: 000, 2, 5,4,6,8

- Pallet

- Bowl of Water

- Old Cloth

(Basic Sketch Would Be Provided As Pre-Work For Tracing/Sketching)

About the Master Artist

Mr. Saju.M.P. comes from a lineage of Kerala Mural artists. His work can be seen in the temples (Guruvayoor) and churches of Kerala. He is also actively involved in restoration work of Kerala Murals to preserve this heritage art.

Image Source and Disclaimers

Disclaimer for the art workshop:

The artist will make the painting in the standard size, and it is recommended to use the same size. However, participants may choose other sizes as per their convenience and seek artist guidance in live sessions to manage the artwork in their chosen size of canvas.
Artist typically the brushes at their convenience as they have years of experience. Participants may choose the brush size as per their convenience and level of expertise, and seek artist guidance in the live sessions.
Artists use the sample image as a reference image for teaching purposes only. They typically provide their interpretation and variations to make a unique artwork. Sample image is not copied as it is and Catterfly provides the due credit to the original artist (wherever available) in our marketing communications.

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