Artventures of Cheriyal - Essentials

Artventures of Cheriyal – Essentials is your gateway to exploring the vibrant and intricate world of Cheriyal art. Originating from Cheriyal in Telangana, India, this traditional form of scroll painting has been passed down through generations of the Dhanalakota family. Discover the origins of Cheriyal art, tracing back to the Dhanalakota family and their role in preserving this tradition. Learn about the distinct color used in Cheriyal art, including natural dyes and traditional hues. Explore the materials like cloth, natural pigments, and brushes, and the traditional techniques employed in Cheriyal scroll paintings. See some detailed Cheriyal paintings each representing different themes, for visual inspiration. Immerse yourself in captivating themes such as village life, mythological tales from the Ramayana and Krishna’s life, and other legends passed down through generations. Understand the significance of intricate borders and motifs in Cheriyal art, with guides to recreate them. Learn key motifs like birds, trees, animals, and humans representing village life and incidents from Ramayana and Lord Krishna’s life. Use the guide to creatively explore different techniques, personalizing and innovating within the traditional Cheriyal style.