Home
Courses
Cheriyal Course

Cheriyal Course

Name: Cheriyal Course
Price: 10000 INR
Availability: OutOfStock

Multi-Level

Introducing to Cheriyal Scroll Painting Maestro Course

12h

Duration

Chapters

Certificate

Included

₹10,000.00

You’re just a few hours away from getting certified!

Course Curriculum

Chapter 1

Cheriyal Artist Introduction D.Nageshwar

2 Lessons0 Hours

Artist Introduction Nageshwar Dhanalakota

Nageshwar Dhanalakota is a senior artist from the Nakash family of Cheriyal artists in Telangana. His experience spans over more than 20 years in preserving and promoting this art form.

11 mins

Dhanalakota Nageshhwar introducing the art of Cheriyal

Cheiryal painting, also known as the Nakashi art is a popular kind of scroll painting in India. Used widely for storytelling, this art is famous for its vibrant colours, character design and folk tales.

2 mins

Chapter 2

Cheriyal History of Cheriyal

1 Lessons0.5 Hours

Chapter 3

Cheriyal The Story of Cheriyal Paintings

1 Lessons0 Hours

Chapter 4

Cheriyal Preparation of Cloth

1 Lessons0 Hours

Chapter 5

Cheriyal Tradition Behind Cheriyal Art

2 Lessons0 Hours

Chapter 6

Cheriyal Colour Making

9 Lessons0.5 Hours

Chapter 7

Cheriyal Themes & Borders

6 Lessons0.5 Hours

Chapter 8

Cheriyal Sketching & Outline

2 Lessons0.5 Hours

Chapter 9

Cheriyal Basic Course

22 Lessons1.5 Hours

Recap to what is Cheriyal painting

The Basic Course: In this module, you shall be guided through the Basic Course on the Cheriyal art form.

2 mins

The theme of the artwork

The theme of the artwork: Here, the artist explains the themes you will be working on.

1 mins

Steps to keep in mind before we begin

Before we start: The artist explains the steps taken to prepare the base before starting a traditional Cheriyal artwork.

3 mins

Measuring the Border

The border: The artist tells you about the need and importance of borders.

3 mins

Part One The figure

Sketching (I): In this module, the artist guides you through creating the basic sketch of your artwork.

4 mins

Part Two Detailing

In this module, the artist adds smaller details to the Cheriyal artwork.

5 mins

Part One Complete Outlining

Background Colour (I): In this module, the artist begins with colouring the background in the conventional Cheriyal tradtion.

10 mins

Part Two Filling in the Background First Coat

Background Colour (II): In this module, the artist continues the application of the first coat of paint in the background.

8 mins

Part Three Filling in the Background Second Coat

Background Colour (III): In this module, the artist applies the second coat of paint in the background.

5 mins

10.

Part One Skin Tone

Character Colour (I): In this module, the artist takes you through the different colours used for the skin for different characters in Cheriyal works.

6 mins

11.

Part Two Clothes Sari

Character Colour (II): In this module, the artist takes you through the colouring of the character's clothers.

6 mins

12.

Part Two Clothes Blouse

Character Colour (II): In this module, the artist takes you through the colouring of the character's clothers.

4 mins

13.

Part Three Adornments Pot

Character Colour (III): In this module, the artist will guide you through filling in the colours for the character's adornments.

2 mins

14.

Part Three Adornments Ornaments

Character Colour (III): In this module, the artist will guide you through filling in the colours for the character's adornments.

6 mins

15.

Part Three Adornments Detailing with White

Character Colour (III): In this module, the artist will guide you through filling in the colours for the character's adornments.

2 mins

16.

Part One Border

Final Colour (I): The artist will show you how to fill in the base colours in the borders.

6 mins

17.

Part Two Facial features

Final Colour (II): The artist will now take you through painting the facial features and other details.

3 mins

18.

Part One Complete Outlining

Outline (I): In this module, the artist will take you through the remaining details needed in this Cheriyal work.

10 mins

19.

Part Two Detailing

Outline (II): In this module, the artist will take you through other finer details.

3 mins

20.

Detailing the Border

Outline Border (I): Here, the artist will begin with outlining the borders.

4 mins

21.

Border Design

Outline Border (II): Here, the artist will add design to the borders.

6 mins

22.

Final Touches

The artist will show how to add finishing touches to the piece to give it a lively and vibrant appearance.

3 mins

Chapter 10

Intermediate Course

19 Lessons2 Hours

The theme of the artwork

The Intermediate Course: You shall be guided through the Intermediate Course on the Cheriyal art form in this module. The artists begin by explaining the theme.

1 mins

Measuring the cloth and Sanding the cloth

Before we start: The artist begins with the preparation of the canvas to be used.

2 mins

Measuring the Border

The Border: Here, the artist then continue by marking out the borders.

2 mins

Step 1 Drawing Krishna and the cow

Sketching (I): In this module, the artist begins with sketching the characters.

7 mins

Step 2 Drawing the tree and the Gopi

Sketching (II): In this module, the artist continues to sketch the other characters.

6 mins

Uses of colours

The Colour: Here, the artist goes through the colours that will be required for this particular artwork.

2 mins

Part One Background outline

Background Colour (I): In this module, the artist begins with carefully adding the background colour around the characters.

6 mins

Part Two Filling in the Background First Coat

Background Colour (II): In this module, the artist continues to apply the first coat of the background colour.

3 mins

Part Three Filling in the Background Second Coat

Background Colour (III): In this module, the artist applies the second coat of the background colour.

3 mins

10.

Part One Tree

Colour (I): Now, you shall begin with adding colour to the tree.

5 mins

11.

Part Two Krishna Blue Skin

Colour (II): The artist guides you through adding colours to Krishna.

6 mins

12.

Part Three Gopi in Yellow

Colour (III): The artist guides you through adding colours to the Gopi.

4 mins

13.

Part Four Dresses

Colour (IV): In this module, the artist goes through the process of filling colours to the clothes of the characters in your painting.

14 mins

14.

Part Five Cow and other embelishments

Colour (V): In this module, the artist shows you how to colour-in the cow and painting on other embellishments in the work.

11 mins

15.

Part Six Detailing

Colour (VI): Post colouring, in this section we will look at adding finer details into the artwork.

10 mins

16.

Outlining

Outlining: The artist guides you through the process of adding fine outlines in this module.

25 mins

17.

Part One Detailing

Detailing (I): Watch carefully and patiently as the artist is now focusing on adding minute details on the artwork. This is something where you cannot afford to go wrong.

9 mins

18.

Part Two Final touch ups

Detailing (II): Learn how to add final touch-ups to your paintings. Just a few more steps and your artwork will be ready.

11 mins

19.

Part Three Borders

Detailing (III): In this final module of the Intermediate Course, the artist will guide you through the finer details on the borders of this Cheriyal work.

10 mins

Chapter 11

Advance Course

17 Lessons4.5 Hours

The Theme of the artwork

It is important to know the art before actually creating it. Hence here's the story of the artwork that you will be creating in this module.

2 mins

Preparing the base

Prepare the base with necessary ingredients as a preliminary step.

9 mins

Step 1 Making the outline for the Swayamwar scene

For the artwork as intricate as Swayamwara it is necessary to have well demarcated outline. Learn how to do it here.

11 mins

Step 2 Making the outline for the Wedding scene between Ram and Sita

Now that we have an outline for the scene, let's create an outline for the main characters for the theme.

8 mins

Colouring the Background First Coat

In this section, you will learn about applying the first coat of colour for the background.

14 mins

Adding the second Coat

For the rest of the sections, we will be applying the second coat of colour.

9 mins

Colouring the Figures

After applying the two coats of colour in the background, start colouring the human figures.

13 mins

Colouring the Dresses

Another step in completing the artwork is adding colours to the garments of our human figures.

5 mins

Colouring the backdrop

A few final steps before completing the artwork are painting the final backdrop with flat colour.

15 mins

10.

Colouring the accessories

Watch the video carefully to understand how the accessories are painted.

7 mins

11.

Colouring Ornaments

The artists demonstrate how to colour the traditional ornaments in Cheriyal art using vibrant colours.

14 mins

12.

Highlighting Ornaments

Artists show how the ornaments of the Gods, Goddesses and other characters are highlighted through vibrant colours.

4 mins

13.

Adding colour to the borders

The artist shows how borders are created and painted for the Swayamwara theme. It is necessary to appropriate colour combinations.

8 mins

14.

Top Half

Adding outlines and details is the most difficult and intricate part of the entire process. Make sure you practice is on a rough paper, before implementing it.

29 mins

15.

Bottom Half

Here we continue outlining at the bottom half of the art

65 mins

16.

Adding the final details

As we move to the final stages of the art, in this video we will learn how to add details to the painting.

43 mins

17.

Decorating the Borders

Post adding the details, with the help of a fine brush let's learn how to decorate the borders.

19 mins

Chapter 12

Mask Making

8 Lessons0.5 Hours

Materials Required

Artventures of Cheriyal - Art Kit of Cheriyal

Quantity: 1

Brushes (Size 2, 4, 6, 8)

Quantity: 4

A set of Poster/Acrylic Colours

Quantity: 4

A Set of Basic Stationery (Pencil, eraser, ruler)

Quantity: 1

Meet the Maestro

Dhanalakota Family

Professional Artist

Dhanalakota Venkataramana Venkataramana is a master artist from the Dhanalakota family and is known for his exceptional skill in creating Cheriyal paintings. He has devoted his life to preserving the traditional art form, teaching the younger generations, and promoting Cheriyal paintings both nationally and internationally. His contributions to the art world have been widely recognized, and he has received numerous awards for his outstanding work.

Dhanalakota Deepika Deepika, the wife of Venkataramana, is also an accomplished Cheriyal painter. She has played a significant role in preserving and promoting the art form alongside her husband. Deepika's work focuses on the intricate details and vibrant colours that are characteristic of Cheriyal paintings, and her paintings often depict stories from Indian mythology and folklore.

Dhanalakota Nageshwar Nageshwar is another talented artist from the Dhanalakota family. He has honed his skills under the guidance of his elders and is committed to carrying forward the family's artistic legacy. Nageshwar's paintings often portray scenes from Indian epics and are known for their captivating visual storytelling.

Dhanalakota Padma Padma, the wife of Nageshwar, is also a skilled Cheriyal painter. She works closely with her husband to create mesmerizing paintings that showcase the traditional art form. Together, they have participated in various exhibitions and art fairs, raising awareness about Cheriyal paintings and inspiring a new generation of artists.

Dhanalakota Sai Kiran Sai Kiran is a young and promising artist from the Dhanalakota family. Trained by his elders, he is dedicated to preserving the ancient art form and has already started making a name for himself in the world of Cheriyal paintings. Sai Kiran's work is a fusion of traditional techniques and contemporary themes, reflecting his commitment to both honouring the past and embracing the future.