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Artventures of Cheriyal: The Complete Scroll Art Journey (Set of 3)
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Artventures of Cheriyal: The Complete Scroll Art Journey (Set of 3)

Are you fond of Scroll artwork? If so, you are on the right page. The “Artventures of Cheriyal” book series is here to help you learn about and understand Cheriyal, a traditional art form from Telangana. This set of three books provides a step-by-step approach to exploring the origins, history, and advanced drawings of the art form. It features three levels: elementary, essential, and expert. Each book increases the depth of information, enabling a greater understanding of the art form. The elementary book will jumpstart your journey into Cheriyal art, showcasing their cultural practices and how to create beautiful motifs of animals, plants, and characters from Indian folklore. The essential book delves deeper into the use of natural dyes and hues, cloth, and the themes of village life across different eras. The expert book serves as the ultimate guide for advanced artists, deepening your knowledge of mythological storytelling within this art form. A masterclass is at hand! So, what are you waiting for? Join Meenu, our charming and friendly mascot, in this Artventure of Cheriyal. ## Inclusions: This set includes one copy of : - Artventures of Cheriyal - Elementary (Softcover) - Artventures of Cheriyal - Essentials (Hardcover) - Artventures of Cheriyal - Expert (Hardcover) ## Combo Includes: - Product Type: Combo Pack – Art Books - Total Books: 3 - Sizes Included: 12 x 8.5 in (2 Books), 11.6 x 8.3 in (1 Book) - Paper Quality: Premium quality for colouring & art - Binding: Softcover / Hardcover - Ideal For: Artists, Kids, Adults, Gifting

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Artventures of Cheriyal - Expert

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Artventures of Cheriyal - Expert

Artventures of Cheriyal – Expert is the ultimate guide for advanced artists seeking to master the complexities of Cheriyal art. Explore the rich history, origins, and storytelling techniques of this ancient Indian art form, including the vibrant color palette and the cultural significance of Nakashi artists. Know more about Cheriyal’s performance art, featuring storytelling through paintings and masks, and explore the Dhanlakota family tree for its mythological context. Master the Patterns and Motifs Dictionary, featuring a variety of human, animal, and bird motifs, along with everyday objects in the Cheriyal world, such as axes, buckets, mirrors, flour grinders, and okhali. With inspiring paintings and a step-by-step guide, you’ll refine your technique in creating Cheriyal motifs and designs. Engage with creative exercises and Cheriyal trivia to test and expand your skills. Discover how to create elaborate compositions showcasing Cheriyal’s storytelling tradition, with themes like village life, festive scenes, and mythological stories such as Ramayana, and incidents from Krishna’s life.

$ 39
Artventures of Cheriyal - Essentials

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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.

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Artventures of Cheriyal - Elementary

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Artventures of Cheriyal - Elementary

Step into the colorful world of Cheriyal art with Artventures of Cheriyal – Elementary, a perfect introduction for young artists and beginners! This book offers a fun and easy-to-follow guide to one of India’s most vibrant storytelling art forms. Join Meenu, the friendly mascot, as she takes kids on a storytelling adventure, explaining each element of Cheriyal art along the way. Explore the rich history and traditions of Cheriyal art, a style of scroll painting from Telangana, where the Nakashi artists bring legends and myths to life with their intricate designs. In this book, kids will learn the basics of Cheriyal patterns and borders, and discover motifs of daily village life. Follow the step-by-step guide to recreate traditional motifs like animals, trees, and characters from Indian folklore. The book also provides ample space for creative exploration, giving kids the chance to design their own Cheriyal-inspired scenes.

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