Divine Play on the Swing: Radha-Krishna's Jhulan Leela

About the Workshop

Create a traditional style Kerala Mural painting of ‘Divine Play on the Swing: Radha-Krishna's Jhulan Leela ’ 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.

"Divine Play on the Swing: Radha-Krishna's Jhulan Leela ":

The painting titled "Divine Play on the Swing: Radha-Krishna’s Jhulan Leela" captures a deeply spiritual and joyful episode from Hindu mythology, where Lord Krishna and Radha engage in the playful ritual of swinging, known as Jhulan Leela. This event, celebrated during the monsoon months, symbolizes divine love, union with nature, and the rhythmic harmony of the cosmos. The painting is rendered in the traditional Kerala mural art style, marked by its vivid colors, intricate ornamentation, and symbolic depiction of flora, fauna, and celestial beings. Krishna and Radha are depicted at the center, seated gracefully on a swing adorned with jasmine garlands, surrounded by gopis (cowherd maidens) who share in their joy and devotion.

The composition radiates bliss, harmony, and the spiritual ecstasy of bhakti (devotion), as every element—from the peacocks and lotus flowers to the musical instruments—contributes to the divine ambiance. The artwork reflects not just romance, but also cosmic balance and the ideal of spiritual surrender. It draws the viewer into the emotional depth of Radha and Krishna's eternal love, portrayed as the union of the individual soul (jivatma) with the supreme (paramatma).

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 4-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: Divine Play on the Swing: Radha-Krishna's Jhulan Leela
Dates: 22nd Dec to 17th Jan. 2026
Time: 2:00 PM to 3:15 PM IST (Mon to Sat.)
Duration: 24 sessions (30 Hours Approx)
Original Price: ₹6000

Materials Needed

Material Needed:
-20*27 Inches approx. or A2 size Thick Paper/Canvas
- Pencils / Eraser / Sharpener
- Black Color Pen / Thin Marker
- Acrylic Colors - Indian red, Scarlet Lake, Vermilion hue, Pression blue, Black, White, Yellow ochre, Permanent yellow medium, Sap green, Olive green, Burnt umber, Burnt Sienna
- 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)

Note: The artist will give an individual output in this painting, with variations in the colours and detailing of the costumes.

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 the 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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