The Impermanence of Life in Kalamezhuthu Art

Kalamezhuthu is a ritualistic art form which is often made during auspicious occasions. Kalamezhuthu is an amalgamation of two words — ‘kalam’ refers to the drawing while ‘ezhuthu’ means to draw or to write. It pays tribute to Hindu gods and goddesses. Kalamezhuthu in Malayalam is called ‘കളമെഴുത്ത്.’ Like Aipan art from Uttarakhand, a Kalamezhuthu … Continue reading The Impermanence of Life in Kalamezhuthu Art