A mural is an artwork painted or applied directly onto walls, ceilings or any other permanent surface. In murals, architectural elements of the given space are harmoniously incorporated into its creation. Among murals, the ones from Kerala stand out for their finesse.
In this workshop, we're going to do a painting of a traditional style Kerala Mural of ‘ Kartikeya &Ganesh’, with master native artist Mr. Saju M.P. who will take you through the process of creating this beautiful painting using the right traditional motifs and techniques of the Kerala Mural artform.
This painting shows two Hindu gods, Kartikeya and Ganesha, riding a peacock together. Kartikeya, known as the god of war, is seated in front, holding a spear. Ganesha, the god of wisdom and remover of obstacles, sits behind him, holding a small drum.
The peacock they are riding on is a beautiful bird with colorful feathers. It symbolizes beauty, elegance, and royalty. The background of the painting is a vibrant blue with swirling patterns, representing the sky and clouds.