Meenakari Art
Cheriyal Painting – A Scroll of Stories from Telangana
Originating from the vibrant storytelling traditions of Telangana, Cheriyal Painting is a bold and colorful folk-art form that once brought epics and village tales to life on hand-painted scrolls. Characterized by vivid imagery, stylized figures, and strong primary colors, Cheriyal is more than just visual—it’s a narrative tradition passed down through generations.
Traditionally painted on khadi cloth with natural colors, these scrolls were used by bards to recount mythological and local folklore, making Cheriyal a powerful cultural bridge between art and oral storytelling.
Penkraft® Online Cheriyal Painting Course
In this beginner-friendly, step-by-step course, you’ll explore the roots of Cheriyal and begin your own journey in this dramatic and expressive art style.
What You’ll Learn:
- Foundational Elements of Cheriyal Art – Begin with sketching signature motifs like trees, huts, houses, folkloric borders, and other elements that bring this art form to life.
- Tracing Techniques for Beginners – Not confident in sketching freehand? Learn how to transfer tracings using templates provided in your kit—perfect for building confidence and precision.
- Shading, Surface Preparation & Painting – Understand how to add depth with shading, prepare your surfaces properly, and paint with acrylic colors while maintaining the authenticity of Cheriyal style.
- Detailing & Finishing – Discover how small details define the mood and energy of each figure, and how to refine your piece for a polished look.
Surface Progression:
- Paper – Your first canvas for practice and exploration
- Canvas – A traditional painting surface for expanding your skillset
- Cloth Bag – Turn your art into something wearable and sustainable
- MDF Pen Stand – Merge traditional craft with utility for a modern twist
Why Choose This Course?
- Beginner-friendly and structured for gradual progression
- Hands-on practice across multiple surfaces
- Practical tracing tools for worry-free sketching
- Lifetime access to creative tips and cultural context
- Certificate of Completion to showcase your learning
Whether you’re looking to explore regional Indian folk art, find a relaxing creative outlet, or create beautiful handcrafted pieces, this course invites you to paint stories the Cheriyal way.
Paint. Preserve. Pass it on.
Join the Penkraft® Cheriyal Painting Course and bring the bold scrolls of Telangana to life—stroke by vibrant stroke.
All the tools and material needed for the course are provided by us as a single ready-to-use kit and the student has the option to choose to buy this online here. The read-to-use kit shall reach your registered address by courier approximately within a week after you have bought it online here. The course duration starts after you have submitted the OTP you have received at the time of subscribing. So, please ensure you put in the OTP only after you have received the kit! Here’s the list of contents of the kit:-
- Cartridge Papers - 7
- Canvas - 1
- Pen stand -1
- Tracing - 10
- Acrylic Colours - Set of 6
- Brush 000 - 1
- Brush 03 - 1
