Eternal Serenity of Lord Shiva in Kerala Mural

About the Workshop

Create a traditional style Kerala Mural painting of ‘Eternal Serenity of Lord Shiva in Kerala Mural’ 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.

"Eternal Serenity of Lord Shiva in Kerala Mural": This Kerala mural painting beautifully depicts Lord Shiva seated in a meditative yet majestic posture, radiating calmness and divine authority. His serene white complexion represents purity, detachment, and supreme consciousness. Behind him, the fiery halo and Trishula symbolize his cosmic power and the destruction of ignorance. To his side, Goddess Parvati is shown with grace and compassion, signifying Shakti and divine partnership. Lord Ganesha, with his gentle smile, appears on the left, representing wisdom, auspicious beginnings, and the remover of obstacles. On the other side, Kartikeya (Murugan) is seen with youthful elegance, symbolizing courage and valor. The intricate ornaments, crowns, and sacred threads adorning the deities highlight the traditional Kerala mural style, which blends spirituality with elaborate artistry. The use of warm tones like saffron, orange, and gold enhances the aura of divinity and spiritual warmth in the composition. Together, the divine family embodies harmony, balance, and completeness in the cosmic order. This mural is not only a devotional artwork but also a magnificent example of Kerala’s temple painting tradition, where every detail carries symbolic meaning.

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 2-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: Eternal Serenity of Lord Shiva in Kerala Mural
Dates: 15th Dec 2025 to 3rd.2026
Time: 2:00 PM to 3:15 PM IST (Mon to Fri.)
Duration: 15 sessions (15 hours approx.)
Original Price: ₹3200

"There will be a holiday on December 25th and January 1st."

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: "This is the reference image; the artist will create a complete sketch of all the body parts.

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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