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Mural is the piece of artwork painted on any large permanent surface, usually walls
or ceilings. The significance of Murals is that they could bring art in to the
center of public.
Kerala, the south Indian state popularly known as "God's own country" has its
own unique culture in mural-art. Kerala's mural painting is completely different
from other murals in its look and feel. According to critics Kerala
holds second place in having the largest collection of archeological mural
sites.
Kerala's traditional style mural-art-form using vegetable colors and natural
pigments, depicts mythology and legends. Through the relationship between main gestures of the
picture, they usually describe some theatric scenes.
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Ranjith Vaidyamadam
Ranjith is a blessed and accomplished
young mural artist who has dedicated his talent and intellect to the exploration
and revival of traditional Mural-art.
Ranjith's works are elegant and elaborate. Through the unique architecture
they speak volumes of the rich civilization of ancient Kerala. Natural pigments and vegetable colors give birth
to the elaborate costumes and detailed gestures of his paintings.
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