Rights and Credits
On Viewing and Use
The images presented in the Kerala Mural Archive are part of an ongoing academic documentation project. Unless otherwise specified, all photographs have been produced by the archive and are shared for educational, research, and non-commercial purposes only.
These images may not be reproduced, redistributed, or used for commercial purposes without prior permission. If you wish to use any material from this archive, please get in touch through the Contact page with details of intended use.
Where applicable, specific rights and restrictions associated with individual sites or institutions are indicated alongside the respective entries.
When citing material from this archive in academic work, please use the following format: Suresh, Radhika. Kerala Mural Archive. IIT Jodhpur, 2026. keralamuralarchive.in. Accessed [date].
Cultural and Institutional Acknowledgement
Kerala murals are living cultural expressions embedded within temple spaces and community contexts. The archive recognises that these works are not isolated “art objects” but part of ongoing ritual, architectural, and social practices.
We acknowledge the custodianship of:
- temple authorities and trusts
- local communities
- traditional practitioners and artisans
whose roles sustain and preserve these murals in their original contexts.
Photography and Documentation
All documentation has been carried out with sensitivity to site-specific regulations and permissions. The archive makes every effort to respect:
- restrictions on photography
- spatial and ritual boundaries
- local protocols governing access
In cases where permissions were required, they have been obtained to the extent possible at the time of documentation.
Disclaimer
While care has been taken to ensure accuracy of information, the archive is an evolving research project. Descriptions, classifications, and attributions may be updated as further research develops.
If you notice any inaccuracies or have additional information to contribute, please feel free to get in touch.
For image use, collaborations, or corrections, please contact us at keralamuralarchive@gmail.com
When citing material from this archive in academic work, please use the following format:
Suresh, Radhika. Kerala Mural Archive. IIT Jodhpur, 2026. keralamuralarchive.in. Accessed [date].
This archive acknowledges the custodians, sites, and contexts that sustain these murals.
Please review usage rights and credits before reproducing any material.