Meerabai in Kerala Mural Art

Meerabai in Kerala Mural Art


Meerabai in Kerala Mural Art



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Kerala Mural paintings are the frescos depicting mythology and legends, which are drawn on the walls of temples and churches in South India from 8th century. This art has overcome the ravages of civilization and time - an authentic Kerala Mural Art is to be treasured for a lifetime as a symbol of natural beauty, grace, elegance and pious devotion.

In this painting, Meera Bai is depicted in a traditional Indian style, Kerala mural painting. She is shown dancing gracefully, her body adorned with intricate jewellery. She is holding a veena, a traditional Indian string instrument, which she used to accompany her bhajans. The peacock feathers surrounding her symbolize her devotion to Krishna, as the peacock is considered a sacred bird associated with the deity.

This artwork is finished in 4 modules of ~1.5 hrs. each and you can pace yourself depending on your skill and experience in sketching, detailing and coloring. Enjoy the making of the artwork and indulge in bringing your personal creations and customization to the artwork.

About the Workshop

Module 1 : Washing of ornaments and background
Module 2 : Shading on grass and plants area
Module 3 : Detailing and shading of background , bushes and rainbow
Module 4 :  Completing Shading, detailing and Finishing up with Murshidal using black outlining and Complete the painting

Materials Needed

  • 17*13  Inches Thick Paper/Canvas
  • Pencils / Eraser / Sharpener
  • Black Color Pen / Thin Marker
  • Acrylic Colors - Yellow ochre, Permanent yellow, Sap green, Olive green, Burnt sienna, White, Black, Prussian blue, Cobalt Blue, Indian red, Vermilion hue red, Scarlet red, Burnt umber
  • 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

*Representational Image from net

Contact Us to Learn More

E-Mail: info@catterfly.art
Phone: +916393897910
WhatsApp: https://wa.me/916393897910
Duration

6 Hrs

Price

₹ 1250

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