The Mystical Dark Lord

The Lord holding a conch, representing divine sound.

1. Tassar hand painting

2. Natural Pigments

   • White (for the conch and divine aura): Made from ground conch shells.

   • Blue or Dark Shades (for the deity’s body): Extracted from indigo plants.

   • Red (for background and ornamentation): Derived from hingula (red mineral stone).

   • Yellow (for jewelry and decorations): Made from haritala (yellow stone pigment) or turmeric.

   • Black: Created using soot or burnt coconut shells for outlines.

   • Green: Formed by blending yellow and indigo pigment.

3. Brushes

   • Fine brushes made by tying animal hair (squirrel, goat, or mongoose) to bamboo or reed sticks.

   • These allow for both bold outlines and intricate detailing of divine symbols and ornaments.

4. Adhesive and Binder

   • Tamarind seed gum, boiled and thickened, is used to bind the pigments and to prepare the canvas.

5. Burnishing Tools

   • Smooth stones or coconut shells are used to polish the final painting, enhancing its sheen and durability.

These traditional materials not only honor the spiritual essence of the subject but also ensure a vibrant, lasting artwork rooted in sacred artistic practices.