About Us
Siri Painting Institute
Every artist has a beginning. At Siri, every journey begins with a single stroke. For over 33 years, Siri Institute of Painting has been dedicated to nurturing artistic excellence, fostering creativity, and shaping generations of artists. Established in 1992 by accomplished artist Uddandam Pullaiah Swamy (BFA, JNA&FA University) and affiliated with JNAFA University, the institute has proudly trained 10,000+ students, guiding them from curiosity to artistic confidence through structured learning, personalized mentorship, and hands-on practice. In 1998, accomplished artist Mrs. Sivakumari (BFA & MVA, KSO University, Mysore) established the Jubilee Hills branch, extending the institute’s vision of making quality art education accessible to aspiring artists. The name “SIRI”, derived from Sivakumari, reflects the passion, dedication, and artistic legacy that continue to define the institution.
Whether you are taking your first steps into art, pursuing it as a passion, or preparing for a professional career, Siri provides an inspiring environment where creativity is nurtured, technical skills are mastered, and every student is encouraged to realize their full artistic potential.
The Siri Legacy
- 33+ years of excellence in art education.
- Courses for beginners, hobbyists, and aspiring professionals.
- Learn Freehand Drawing, Portraits, Landscapes, Still Life, Abstract & Modern Art, Canvas Painting, Knife Painting, Tanjore Painting, Clay Art, and Sand Art.
- Explore Oil, Acrylic, and Watercolour mediums.
- Personalized mentorship from experienced faculty.
- Student exhibitions, competitions, workshops, and art tours.
- A vibrant community welcoming students and art enthusiasts of all ages.
meet our experienced people
K. Krishnamurty
After retiring as Branch manager in Films Division, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, I started painting in Water colours as a hobby and joined in SIRI Institute of Painting, Hyderabad to pursue the Art in other Media also. I mastered in Oil and Acrylic painting. I am instrumental in forming the Siri Artists Welfare Association and play key role in it. I participated in many group exhibitions and workshops in Hyderabad and also in other places of A.P. I won several awards and prizes in the Annual competitions in the Institute and also in the painting competition held for Sr. citizens by Lions Club, Hyderabad. My active involvement in the activities of SAWA and my zeal for the art of painting inspire the young and senior artists alike. I felicitates senior artists of SAWA every year. I render most valuable services to the SAWA organisation as Working President also.
L. Sriramarao
I started my journey in art from school days through exploring water colors and pencil sketches. While working in Railways, I joined SIRI institute of painting for learning Oil painting. I continued my passion and organized and participated in many group exhibitions while serving the association as Secretary for 5 years. I held workshops to share knowledge among the other artists. Apart from Water colours and Oils I am also good in Acrylic colours. I showcased my works in many exhibitions in Hyderabad and in other parts of the country. I served SAWA as General Secretary for long till 2012 and am now Chief Advisor of the association. I am contributing my expertise and experience in making the organisation achieve its aims and objectives while extending support to the members in learning painting skills.
T. Bhuvender
I hail from an artists' family. After retirement from Banking services, I started pursuing my artistic journey by joining SIRI painting Institute, Himayatnagar. After getting trained in Oil painting I participated in many group exhibitions in Hyderabad and also in other parts of AP and won several awards for my good work. I did many paintings in Acrylic colours also. I showcased my works in a Solo art exhibition "Bhuvan's Show" in 2013. Presently I am serving the SAWA in the capacity of General Secretary from 2012. As the General Secretary of SAWA organisation, I brought momentum in the activities with a well planned programme of action and SAWA is creating a niche of its own by taking up all round activities, like conducting regular meetings, art exhibitions, lecture demonstrations, social get-togethers, art camps, social service activities etc. Very recently my painting is selected for exhibition/award by Lokamanya Tilak National Art Exhibition Society, Pune.
Ramakrishna Peri
I am a self-taught artist. Right from 1960s, inspired by the works of a professional artist in childhood, I developed interest in art and started drawing in 80s particularly. I started painting landscapes after acquaintance with a noted landscape artist. After retirement from State Government service, I have come out into the art world to establish my identity and create a place for myself. My selecting the theme "landscapes" as subject for painting is to spread the social message of "Save Greenery and Save Environment". I participated in many group shows and my works received good appreciation from one and all. I received awards from Sri Kalakshetra, Tirupathi, Konaseema Chitrakala Parishad, Amalapuram. I held exhibition of my works in March, 2012 at Inspire Art Gallaery Hyderabad for 3 weeks. I received recognition from Silicon Andhra Telugu Association of U.S.A and my works have been printed on the cover page of their e-magazine 'SRUJANARANJANI'. I received "KALAPRAVEENA" Title through Dr C Narayana Reddy garu, Jnanapeeth Awardee, from Srujana Art Creations Hyderabad in July 2012. I received recognition from the Marvelous Book of Records, in August, 2013; Miracle World Records in January, 2014; India Book of Records in July, 2014 and High Range Book of Records in August, 2014.
