Mr Saju M P comes from a family of artists with several years of learning and a responsibility to maintain the traditions. This young mural painting artist from Kerala is the upholder of a vibrant tradition of mural art works at temples, churches, and various institutions.

Saju is a student of the famed Guruvayur temple Devaswom-run Institute of Mural Painting with extensive training in fine arts, art history and mural art. The temple, which is renowned for its exquisite murals, set up the Institute in 1989 to train youngsters and preserve the ancient art form.

While upholding traditional techniques, Saju updates himself with newer themes and teaching methods. His online workshops for Catterfly art students are a vivid example of his versatility. He is known for patiently explaining this difficult art form - the drawing, the motifs, the colour mixing and the finishing - to students from across the world. A great way to keep up this rich tradition!

Listen to Saju explaining the intricacies of mural painting in this Catterfly Open House - Kerala Mural Painting held recently.