An Onam rangoli made with colour powder can show the symbols of Kerala: a Kathakali face, a snake boat (vallam) and a lamp. This 3 ft design takes about 80 minutes.
Step-by-step instructions
Step 1
Draw a Kathakali face with a big crown in the centre top.
Step 2
Draw a long snake boat with rowers across the bottom, on blue water.
Step 3
Draw a tall brass lamp (nilavilakku) on each side.
Step 4
Fill the face green with a red mouth and white jaw frill, the crown gold and red, the boat black, the water blue, the lamps yellow with orange flames, and outline in white.
Tips
- The Kathakali face has a green base, red lips and a white frill (chutti) along the jaw.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between pookalam and Onam rangoli?
Pookalam is made with flowers. Onam rangoli uses colour powder and can show Kathakali, boats and lamps.
