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Cheriyal Course
Master Telangana’s Famous Art Form, Cheriyal Art
Course Description
Cheriyal painting is a traditional style of Indian scroll painting that originated in the village of Cheriyal in Telangana, India. It is known for its bright colors and bold lines, often depicting mythological and folk stories. The paintings are made using natural dyes and pigments, and typically feature a central figure surrounded by smaller scenes and decorative elements. Cheriyal painting is usually done on cloth, which is then coated with a mixture of tamarind seed powder and glue to create a smooth surface for painting. The art form has been practiced for over 400 years and is considered an important part of Telangana's cultural heritage.
Course Curriculum
Cheriyal Artist Introduction D.Nageshwar
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.
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.
Cheriyal History of Cheriyal
History of Cheriyal
For more than 400 years, the art of Cheriyal has been a vital part of South Asia's scroll painting tradition. Two budding artists of Dhanalakota family - Sai Kiran and his brother will take you through this historical journey.
Cheriyal The Story of Cheriyal Paintings
The Story of Cheriyal Paintings
Storytelling methods of Cheriyal painting are unique to itself. The animal motifs, human figures and the scenes are depicted in a way that brings motion to the still images. Here we are showing the Sankranti Festival.
Cheriyal Preparation of Cloth
Preparation of the Cloth
Every art form has its unique set of features and characteristics, Cheriyal is no different. This is where we explain to you about the preparation of the cloth canvas that is used to make Cheriyal art.
Cheriyal Tradition Behind Cheriyal Art
Understanding Traditions Behind Cheriyal Art
Nageshwar Dhanalakota opens a treasure trove of his experience as he speaks briefly about the rich traditions of this art. Know the background before you actually begin the course.
Dhanlokota wives
Supporting their husbands in the Cheriyal tradition, these women artist have proven to be a strong pillar in carrying ahead the legacy of the art and their families.
Cheriyal Colour Making
Basics of Cheriyal colours
In this module, get to know about the colours used in Cheriyal painting, their source, and also the intricate technicalities involved to get them ready for the canvas.
Two Yellows + Black
The artists distinguish between the two yellows used, and also explains more in detail about the use of the colour black in Cheriyal art.
Use of Tirumani Gond
Artists here talk about the natural binder used to keep the pigments stuck on the canvas. This small detail is an important aspect of making your Cheriyal art come to life.
The Colour Red
The use of natural colours is prominent in Cheriyal art. The artist explains the making of natural red paint used to create Cheriyal paintings.
The Colour Yellow
The artist explains the making of natural yellow paint for Cheriyal paintings. This colour adds a lively and vibrant layer to your Cheriyal artwork.
Blue
Blue is a colour that inspires a feeling of calm. In Cheriyal paintings it is amply used. The artist explains the making of natural blue paint for Cheriyal paintings.
White
White, a colour that creates drama in Indian art paintings. The artist explains the making of natural white paint for Cheriyal paintings.
Using the colour Black
We're sure you often wonder how natural black colour is made, in this lesson, the artist explains the making of natural black paint for Cheriyal paintings.
Mixing Colours
Using natures palette to create a rainbow of colours. The artist explains the mixing of natural paints to create different colours for Cheriyal paintings.
Cheriyal Themes & Borders
Understanding the different types of Borders in the Cheriyal Painting
The making of Borders: In this module, learn about the importance of understanding the different types of borders in Cheriyal art
Demonstration of Border making process I
The Borders (I): In this module, the artists will show you the first type of border you can use in Cheriyal paintings. Watch, learn and recreate the art for yourself.
Demonstration of Border making process II
The Borders (II): Each style of border has a unique beauty to Cheriyal artworks. In this module, the artists will show you a second type of border you can use in Cheriyal paintings.
Demonstration of Border making process III
The Borders (III): Another chapter of mastering the borders in Cheriyal art. The artists will show you a third type of border you can use in Cheriyal paintings.
Demonstration of Border making process IV
The Borders (IV): In this module, the artists will show you a fourth type of border you can use in Cheriyal paintings.
Uses of the different types of the border in the Cheriyal painting
The making of Borders: In this module, learn about the importance of using different types of borders.
Cheriyal Sketching & Outline
Learn Sketching and Outline drawing with Shravan Dhanalakota
Getting down to the actual sketching part, Shravana Dhanalakota - your mentor explains how a basic sketch of Cheriyal is completed
Learning to Sketch and Outline with Venkat Dhanalakota
Moving further into the sketching part, we have Venkat Dhanalakota, another senior and award-winning artist shedding a light on getting a perfect Cheriyal sketch.
Cheriyal Basic Course
Recap to what is Cheriyal painting
Welcome to your Cheriyal Basic course. In this module, you shall be guided through the basics of Cheriyal as an art form, by our awarded master artists.
The theme of the artwork
The theme of the artwork: Here, the artist explains the general themes and artworks you will be working on in this art course.
Steps to keep in mind before we begin
Before we start: The artist explains the meticulous steps taken to prepare the base before starting a traditional Cheriyal artwork.
Measuring the Border
The border: The artist tells you about the need and importance of borders in Cheriyal art. Learn and absorb the theory to put into place while you start your art journey.
Part One The figure
Sketching (I): In this module, the artist guides you through creating the basic sketch of your artwork. A lesson that will help you set the tone for the rest of the master class.
Part Two Detailing
In this module, the artist adds smaller details to the Cheriyal artwork. It is these small details that will make your Cheriyal artwork stand out.
Part One Complete Outlining
Background Colour (I): In this module, the artist begins with colouring the background in the conventional Cheriyal tradition.
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.
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.
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.
Part Two Clothes Sari
Character Colour (II): In this module, the artist takes you through the colouring of the character's clothers.
Part Two Clothes Blouse
Character Colour (II): In this module, the artist takes you through the colouring of the character's clothers.
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.
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.
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.
Part One Border
Final Colour (I): The artist will show you how to fill in the base colours in the borders.
Part Two Facial features
Final Colour (II): The artist will now take you through painting the facial features and other details.
Part One Complete Outlining
Outline (I): In this module, the artist will take you through the remaining details needed in this Cheriyal work.
Part Two Detailing
Outline (II): In this module, the artist will take you through other finer details.
Detailing the Border
Outline Border (I): Here, the artist will begin with outlining the borders for the sketch.
Border Design
Outline Border (II): Here, the artist will add design to the borders to make them stand out.
Final Touches
The artist will show how to add finishing touches to the piece to give it a lively and vibrant appearance.
Intermediate Course
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.
Measuring the cloth and Sanding the cloth
Before we start: The artist begins with the preparation of the canvas to be used.
Measuring the Border
The Border: Here, the artist then continue by marking out the borders.
Step 1 Drawing Krishna and the cow
Sketching (I): In this module, the artist begins with sketching the characters.
Step 2 Drawing the tree and the Gopi
Sketching (II): In this module, the artist continues to sketch the other characters.
Uses of colours
The Colour: Here, the artist goes through the colours that will be required for this particular artwork.
Part One Background outline
Background Colour (I): In this module, the artist begins with carefully adding the background colour around the characters.
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.
Part Three Filling in the Background Second Coat
Background Colour (III): In this module, the artist applies the second coat of the background colour.
Part One Tree
Colour (I): Now, you shall begin with adding colour to the tree.
Part Two Krishna Blue Skin
Colour (II): The artist guides you through adding colours to Krishna.
Part Three Gopi in Yellow
Colour (III): The artist guides you through adding colours to the Gopi.
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.
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.
Part Six Detailing
Colour (VI): Post colouring, in this section we will look at adding finer details into the artwork.
Outlining
Outlining: The artist guides you through the process of adding fine outlines in this module.
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.
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.
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.
Advance Course
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.
Preparing the base
Prepare the base with necessary ingredients as a preliminary step.
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.
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.
Colouring the Background First Coat
In this section, you will learn about applying the first coat of colour for the background.
Adding the second Coat
For the rest of the sections, we will be applying the second coat of colour.
Colouring the Figures
After applying the two coats of colour in the background, start colouring the human figures.
Colouring the Dresses
Another step in completing the artwork is adding colours to the garments of our human figures.
Colouring the backdrop
A few final steps before completing the artwork are painting the final backdrop with flat colour.
Colouring the accessories
Watch the video carefully to understand how the accessories are painted.
Colouring Ornaments
The artists demonstrate how to colour the traditional ornaments in Cheriyal art using vibrant colours.
Highlighting Ornaments
Artists show how the ornaments of the Gods, Goddesses and other characters are highlighted through vibrant colours.
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.
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.
Bottom Half
Here we continue outlining at the bottom half of the art
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.
Decorating the Borders
Post adding the details, with the help of a fine brush let's learn how to decorate the borders.
Mask Making
History of Cheriyal Mask
The Bonus Course - Mask Making in Cheriyal In this module, you shall be guided through the Mask making in Cheriyal. You shall be introduced to their significance in the local culture and how the artisans have evolved the art with the requirements of the time.
Introducing the materials
Introduction to the materials: In this module, the artists will tell you about the materials that are required for making traditional Cheriyal masks.
Step One Making Tamrind Seed Paste
Mask Base (I): The artist begins by making the tamarind paste.
Step Two Heating the paste
Mask Base (II): The artist continues working on the tamarind paste for the mask.
Step Three Adding sawdust to the prepared paste
Mask Base (III): The artist adds sawdust to the paste as the final step for the preparation of the mask base dough.
Process Preparing the Shell
Mask Base (IV): The dough is given a basic facial shape.
Making features on the mask Female
Facial Features (I): In this module, the artist adds features to the mask base for a female character.
Making features on the mask Male
Facial Features (II): In this module, the artist adds features to the mask base for a male character.
Course Curriculum
Cheriyal Artist Introduction D.Nageshwar
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.
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.
Cheriyal History of Cheriyal
History of Cheriyal
For more than 400 years, the art of Cheriyal has been a vital part of South Asia's scroll painting tradition. Two budding artists of Dhanalakota family - Sai Kiran and his brother will take you through this historical journey.
Cheriyal The Story of Cheriyal Paintings
The Story of Cheriyal Paintings
Storytelling methods of Cheriyal painting are unique to itself. The animal motifs, human figures and the scenes are depicted in a way that brings motion to the still images. Here we are showing the Sankranti Festival.
Cheriyal Preparation of Cloth
Preparation of the Cloth
Every art form has its unique set of features and characteristics, Cheriyal is no different. This is where we explain to you about the preparation of the cloth canvas that is used to make Cheriyal art.
Cheriyal Tradition Behind Cheriyal Art
Understanding Traditions Behind Cheriyal Art
Nageshwar Dhanalakota opens a treasure trove of his experience as he speaks briefly about the rich traditions of this art. Know the background before you actually begin the course.
Dhanlokota wives
Supporting their husbands in the Cheriyal tradition, these women artist have proven to be a strong pillar in carrying ahead the legacy of the art and their families.
Cheriyal Colour Making
Basics of Cheriyal colours
In this module, get to know about the colours used in Cheriyal painting, their source, and also the intricate technicalities involved to get them ready for the canvas.
Two Yellows + Black
The artists distinguish between the two yellows used, and also explains more in detail about the use of the colour black in Cheriyal art.
Use of Tirumani Gond
Artists here talk about the natural binder used to keep the pigments stuck on the canvas. This small detail is an important aspect of making your Cheriyal art come to life.
The Colour Red
The use of natural colours is prominent in Cheriyal art. The artist explains the making of natural red paint used to create Cheriyal paintings.
The Colour Yellow
The artist explains the making of natural yellow paint for Cheriyal paintings. This colour adds a lively and vibrant layer to your Cheriyal artwork.
Blue
Blue is a colour that inspires a feeling of calm. In Cheriyal paintings it is amply used. The artist explains the making of natural blue paint for Cheriyal paintings.
White
White, a colour that creates drama in Indian art paintings. The artist explains the making of natural white paint for Cheriyal paintings.
Using the colour Black
We're sure you often wonder how natural black colour is made, in this lesson, the artist explains the making of natural black paint for Cheriyal paintings.
Mixing Colours
Using natures palette to create a rainbow of colours. The artist explains the mixing of natural paints to create different colours for Cheriyal paintings.
Cheriyal Themes & Borders
Understanding the different types of Borders in the Cheriyal Painting
The making of Borders: In this module, learn about the importance of understanding the different types of borders in Cheriyal art
Demonstration of Border making process I
The Borders (I): In this module, the artists will show you the first type of border you can use in Cheriyal paintings. Watch, learn and recreate the art for yourself.
Demonstration of Border making process II
The Borders (II): Each style of border has a unique beauty to Cheriyal artworks. In this module, the artists will show you a second type of border you can use in Cheriyal paintings.
Demonstration of Border making process III
The Borders (III): Another chapter of mastering the borders in Cheriyal art. The artists will show you a third type of border you can use in Cheriyal paintings.
Demonstration of Border making process IV
The Borders (IV): In this module, the artists will show you a fourth type of border you can use in Cheriyal paintings.
Uses of the different types of the border in the Cheriyal painting
The making of Borders: In this module, learn about the importance of using different types of borders.
Cheriyal Sketching & Outline
Learn Sketching and Outline drawing with Shravan Dhanalakota
Getting down to the actual sketching part, Shravana Dhanalakota - your mentor explains how a basic sketch of Cheriyal is completed
Learning to Sketch and Outline with Venkat Dhanalakota
Moving further into the sketching part, we have Venkat Dhanalakota, another senior and award-winning artist shedding a light on getting a perfect Cheriyal sketch.
Cheriyal Basic Course
Recap to what is Cheriyal painting
Welcome to your Cheriyal Basic course. In this module, you shall be guided through the basics of Cheriyal as an art form, by our awarded master artists.
The theme of the artwork
The theme of the artwork: Here, the artist explains the general themes and artworks you will be working on in this art course.
Steps to keep in mind before we begin
Before we start: The artist explains the meticulous steps taken to prepare the base before starting a traditional Cheriyal artwork.
Measuring the Border
The border: The artist tells you about the need and importance of borders in Cheriyal art. Learn and absorb the theory to put into place while you start your art journey.
Part One The figure
Sketching (I): In this module, the artist guides you through creating the basic sketch of your artwork. A lesson that will help you set the tone for the rest of the master class.
Part Two Detailing
In this module, the artist adds smaller details to the Cheriyal artwork. It is these small details that will make your Cheriyal artwork stand out.
Part One Complete Outlining
Background Colour (I): In this module, the artist begins with colouring the background in the conventional Cheriyal tradition.
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.
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.
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.
Part Two Clothes Sari
Character Colour (II): In this module, the artist takes you through the colouring of the character's clothers.
Part Two Clothes Blouse
Character Colour (II): In this module, the artist takes you through the colouring of the character's clothers.
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.
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.
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.
Part One Border
Final Colour (I): The artist will show you how to fill in the base colours in the borders.
Part Two Facial features
Final Colour (II): The artist will now take you through painting the facial features and other details.
Part One Complete Outlining
Outline (I): In this module, the artist will take you through the remaining details needed in this Cheriyal work.
Part Two Detailing
Outline (II): In this module, the artist will take you through other finer details.
Detailing the Border
Outline Border (I): Here, the artist will begin with outlining the borders for the sketch.
Border Design
Outline Border (II): Here, the artist will add design to the borders to make them stand out.
Final Touches
The artist will show how to add finishing touches to the piece to give it a lively and vibrant appearance.
Intermediate Course
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.
Measuring the cloth and Sanding the cloth
Before we start: The artist begins with the preparation of the canvas to be used.
Measuring the Border
The Border: Here, the artist then continue by marking out the borders.
Step 1 Drawing Krishna and the cow
Sketching (I): In this module, the artist begins with sketching the characters.
Step 2 Drawing the tree and the Gopi
Sketching (II): In this module, the artist continues to sketch the other characters.
Uses of colours
The Colour: Here, the artist goes through the colours that will be required for this particular artwork.
Part One Background outline
Background Colour (I): In this module, the artist begins with carefully adding the background colour around the characters.
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.
Part Three Filling in the Background Second Coat
Background Colour (III): In this module, the artist applies the second coat of the background colour.
Part One Tree
Colour (I): Now, you shall begin with adding colour to the tree.
Part Two Krishna Blue Skin
Colour (II): The artist guides you through adding colours to Krishna.
Part Three Gopi in Yellow
Colour (III): The artist guides you through adding colours to the Gopi.
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.
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.
Part Six Detailing
Colour (VI): Post colouring, in this section we will look at adding finer details into the artwork.
Outlining
Outlining: The artist guides you through the process of adding fine outlines in this module.
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.
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.
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.
Advance Course
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.
Preparing the base
Prepare the base with necessary ingredients as a preliminary step.
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.
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.
Colouring the Background First Coat
In this section, you will learn about applying the first coat of colour for the background.
Adding the second Coat
For the rest of the sections, we will be applying the second coat of colour.
Colouring the Figures
After applying the two coats of colour in the background, start colouring the human figures.
Colouring the Dresses
Another step in completing the artwork is adding colours to the garments of our human figures.
Colouring the backdrop
A few final steps before completing the artwork are painting the final backdrop with flat colour.
Colouring the accessories
Watch the video carefully to understand how the accessories are painted.
Colouring Ornaments
The artists demonstrate how to colour the traditional ornaments in Cheriyal art using vibrant colours.
Highlighting Ornaments
Artists show how the ornaments of the Gods, Goddesses and other characters are highlighted through vibrant colours.
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.
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.
Bottom Half
Here we continue outlining at the bottom half of the art
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.
Decorating the Borders
Post adding the details, with the help of a fine brush let's learn how to decorate the borders.
Mask Making
History of Cheriyal Mask
The Bonus Course - Mask Making in Cheriyal In this module, you shall be guided through the Mask making in Cheriyal. You shall be introduced to their significance in the local culture and how the artisans have evolved the art with the requirements of the time.
Introducing the materials
Introduction to the materials: In this module, the artists will tell you about the materials that are required for making traditional Cheriyal masks.
Step One Making Tamrind Seed Paste
Mask Base (I): The artist begins by making the tamarind paste.
Step Two Heating the paste
Mask Base (II): The artist continues working on the tamarind paste for the mask.
Step Three Adding sawdust to the prepared paste
Mask Base (III): The artist adds sawdust to the paste as the final step for the preparation of the mask base dough.
Process Preparing the Shell
Mask Base (IV): The dough is given a basic facial shape.
Making features on the mask Female
Facial Features (I): In this module, the artist adds features to the mask base for a female character.
Making features on the mask Male
Facial Features (II): In this module, the artist adds features to the mask base for a male character.
- Duration 12.0h
- Chapters 12
- Certificate Included
Materials Required
- Brushes (Size 2, 4, 6, 8)
- A set of Poster/Acrylic Colours
- A Set of Basic Stationery (Pencil, eraser, ruler)
Frequently Asked Questions
In our Cheriyal Art course, you'll learn the traditional techniques of Cheriyal scroll painting, including canvas preparation, sketching, and coloring with step by step instructions at each stage. By the end of the course, you will be able to create your own Cheriyal art with ease.
The course is conducted by the Dhanalakota family, esteemed artists known for their expertise in Cheriyal paintings. Learning from master artists can make all the difference in your understanding of the artform.
Yes, the Cheriyal painting course is suitable for beginners and provides comprehensive guidance throughout the learning process. If you have an interest in Cheriyal art you don't need prior experience to sign up!
To learn Cheriyal art via our online course you need a few simple materials like brushes, a set of poster or acrylic colours and basic stationery items like a pencil, eraser and a ruler. This course is a comprehensive 12 hour course that you can compete at your own pace.
Yes, all the courses on Rooftop are certification courses. Once you have completed the course, submit the artwork on the Rooftop app to receive your certificate of completion.