Sri Lakshmi Narasimha in Kerala Mural Style

About the Workshop

Create a traditional style Kerala Mural painting of ‘Sri Lakshmi Narasimha in Kerala Mural Style ’ 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.

Sri Lakshmi Narasimha in Kerala Mural Style: This Kerala mural painting beautifully depicts Lord Narasimha, the lion-headed incarnation of Lord Vishnu. He is shown seated calmly with Goddess Lakshmi on his lap, symbolizing peace after destroying evil. The multi-headed serpent canopy above them represents Adishesha, offering divine protection. The painting uses traditional Kerala mural colors like golden yellow, green, red, and white, made from natural pigments. Lord Narasimha holds sacred symbols such as the Sudarshana Chakra and Shankha, which stand for protection and purity. Goddess Lakshmi is shown with graceful expressions and rich ornaments, reflecting prosperity and devotion. The detailed jewelry, crowns, and floral decorations highlight the intricate craftsmanship of Kerala temple art. The background is filled with lotus flowers and decorative motifs, symbolizing purity and divine beauty. Two smaller divine figures are seen standing in devotion near the main deity. This artwork reflects the spiritual depth, symmetry, and vibrant elegance that are special features of traditional Kerala mural paintings.

Saju's artwork catalyzes 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 this ancient art form's motifs, techniques, and history. Sign up for the workshop today!

Theme: Sri Lakshmi Narasimha in Kerala Mural Style
Dates: 27th April to 8th May 2026
Time: 2:00 PM to 3:15 PM IST (Mon to Fri.)
Duration: 10 sessions (12 Hours Approx)
Original Price: ₹ 3200

Materials Needed

Material Needed:
-22*19 Inches 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

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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