Kerala Mural Painting – Live Online Certificate Course
Discover the rich artistic heritage of Kerala through the Kerala Mural Painting – Live Online Certificate Course offered by Auria Art House.
This specially designed 3-week course introduces participants to the traditional techniques, visual language and distinctive characteristics of Kerala mural painting. The course is suitable for beginners as well as art enthusiasts who wish to learn this classical Indian painting tradition in a systematic and practical manner.
The programme consists of 6 live online classes conducted over 3 weeks, with approximately 2 hours of guided instruction in each session. Participants will learn step by step, beginning with basic drawing techniques and traditional motifs and progressing towards the completion of a full Kerala mural artwork.
Students will receive practical demonstrations, guided practice, assignments and corrections throughout the programme.
Course Highlights
- 3-week structured online programme
- 6 live interactive classes
- Approximately 12 hours of guided learning
- Suitable for beginners
- Step-by-step practical demonstrations
- Traditional ornaments and costumes
- Decorative motifs and borders
- Colour application and shading techniques
- Fine detailing and outlining
- One complete Kerala mural painting project
- Instructor guidance and corrections
- Practice assignments
- Learning resources
- Certificate of Completion from Auria Art House
What You Will Learn
Participants will learn the fundamentals of Kerala mural painting, including:
- History and tradition of Kerala mural painting
- Characteristics of the Kerala mural style
- Traditional themes and compositions
- Basic lines, curves and decorative motifs
- Drawing Kerala mural-style eyes and facial features
- Human figure proportions and posture
- Traditional ornaments and costumes
- Floral motifs and decorative borders
- Planning the final composition
- Transferring the drawing to the painting surface
- Preparing the painting surface
- Traditional colour palette
- Colour mixing
- Base colour application
- Shading techniques
- Creating depth
- Fine detailing
- Final outlining
- Finishing techniques
- Basic preservation and presentation of the completed artwork
Course Project
Each participant will work towards completing one full Kerala mural painting during the course.
For better learning and effective online guidance, participants in a batch may work on a common selected composition.
The instructor will guide students through every stage, from the initial drawing and composition to colouring, shading, detailing and final finishing.
Who Can Join?
This course is suitable for:
- Beginners interested in Kerala mural painting
- Art students
- Hobby artists
- Teachers
- Practising artists
- Interior and decorative art enthusiasts
- Anyone interested in traditional Indian art forms
No previous experience in Kerala mural painting is required.
A basic interest in drawing and painting is sufficient.
Course Duration
Duration: 3 Weeks
Total Classes: 6 Live Classes
Class Duration: Approximately 2 Hours
Total Learning Time: Approximately 12 Hours
Mode: Live Online
Materials Required
Participants will receive a detailed materials checklist before the course begins.
Students will generally need:
- Drawing pencils
- Eraser and sharpener
- Tracing paper
- Transfer/carbon paper
- Suitable painting surface
- Fine and medium brushes
- Required colours
- Colour palette
- Water container
- Cloth or tissue
- Masking tape
- Basic painting accessories
The exact colour shades, brush sizes and painting surface will be specified by the instructor before commencement of the course.
Assignments and Practice
Practice is an important part of learning Kerala mural painting.
Students may receive short assignments after each class. Participants can submit photographs of their work for review and correction.
This helps students remain on schedule and allows the instructor to guide them before moving to the next stage of the painting.
Attendance and Certificate
Participants who successfully complete the required classes, practical work and final artwork will receive a:
Certificate of Completion from Auria Art House
A minimum attendance requirement may apply for certificate eligibility.
Online Learning Requirements
Participants should have:
- Stable internet connection
- Smartphone, tablet or computer
- Working camera and microphone
- Suitable workspace for painting
- Good lighting
- Required painting materials
Where possible, students are encouraged to use an additional mobile phone to show their artwork clearly to the instructor during practical sessions.
Course Fee: ₹4,999
Materials are not included in the course fee unless specifically mentioned.
Why Join This Course?
Kerala mural painting is one of India's distinctive traditional art forms, known for its expressive figures, elaborate ornaments, rich colours and beautifully detailed compositions.
This course gives participants an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of this traditional art form through live instruction and practical guidance.
By the end of the programme, participants will not only understand the basic techniques of Kerala mural painting but will also have the satisfaction of completing their own finished Kerala mural artwork.
Join Auria Art House
Experience the beauty of Kerala's mural tradition through a structured, creative and practical online learning programme.
Learn. Create. Preserve Tradition.KERALA MURAL PAINTING