Mithila painting then and now and the role of communication in mithila painting.

Introduction: Evidence of Mithila painting can be found in the poetry of the poet Vidyapati, who described it in his poem Kirtipataka as part of the Shringara Rasa. In its early form, Mithila painting was a folk art form where women would paint on their home walls even though they knew their paintings would wash away during the upcoming monsoon season. Nevertheless, they continued to create paintings.

Mithila painting uses primarily green, blue, yellow, red, black, saffron, and orange, and the colors are kept natural. madhubani painting is divided into three sections:

1. Bhitti: This is made on the wall and divided into three parts:

a) Kohbar (room of the newly-wed couple) with the image of the newly-wed couple

b) Gosaouni (room of the family deity) with religious imagery of Shiva-Parvati, Radha-Krishna, and Sita-Ram

c) Kohbar Ghar’s corners or sides are adorned with decorations that symbolize different social messages related to marriage. Animals and birds are often depicted, and each has its own message.

2. Arpan: This is a type of rangoli and is used for religious occasions such as weddings, festivals, and religious rituals. It is created on the courtyard or porch and divided into five parts: humans and animals, fruits and flowers, mystical symbols, gods and goddesses, and swastikas and lights.

3. Pattachitra: Made on cloth or paper, this has become quite popular in modern times, and now, paintings can be found on the walls of Parliament House, Delhi, the railway stations of Patna and Madhubani, and the Jayanti Janata Express train.

In 2017, Madhubani painting artists decorated the walls of Madhubani city beautifully and participated in the Mithila painting event during the Swachhata Hi Seva Mission on October 2nd at the Madhubani station. Two hundred local folk artists took part in the event and contributed their art without any expectations of payment. Translation: It is spread over 10000 sq/ft and is also the main attraction for tourists. These artists have not charged any fees and have made it for free.

This is representing Bihar at the national level.

communication is art and painting is art .

Through communication, we exchange our thoughts with each other and painting is the best way to express our emotions.

Through paintings, we can express our emotions, and the ways in which we express them are known as communication. Communication comes in many forms, just as there are many languages spoken in our country and different communities have  their own ways of living. The way of life and habitation in every corner of the country is different. When we try to learn about someone’s culture and know about their future, we first look at their paintings. Just as everyone’s habitation is different, so are everyone’s paintings, and they tell us about their particular community. It is the artist’s artistry that they give so much life to their art that their paintings speak to us. This can be connected to non-verbal communication, where their emotions are expressed through the curves of the painting, conveying the message without words. Mithila painting is also such a painting that encapsulates an ancient and fascinating history and tells us about it through non-verbal communication, conveying a history of nearly 2500 years. ..And madhubani painting is a medium of communication .

History of Mithila paintings

The history of Bihar has been very interesting since the beginning and has been a center of exploration.

“Mithila Pantings  originating from villages in Bihar, is making waves worldwide.”

The biggest feature of this art is that it was started by women and women have been managing and creating all its designs through their imaginative power. There are different descriptions and accounts about its history and inception, but this painting is being passed down from generation to generation of women and is still alive today. Girls grow up playing with brushes and then the mandap (wedding altar) and cobweb (bridal chamber) are beautifully decorated with vibrant Colors, including pictures of deities that are believed to bless the newlyweds, making it a great example of communication. The paintings are made in such a way that it seems as though the deities themselves are giving blessings. Earlier, this art was short-lived because women used to make paintings on the raw walls of their homes during weddings, and rain would wash them away. However, slowly but surely, communication has given this art a new dimension. Now, these paintings have found their place on large posters, sarees, kurtas, bedsheets, handbags, masks, and even on Rakhi , among many other things.

This is most well known forms of Arts in the world Mithilas popular art reflects the creativity and sensitivity of the people there .like all art folk .it reflects the value, moral, emotion, customs in unique way.

This art showcases the culture of Mithila, which was traditionally done in two ways – Bhitti and Arpan. Bhitti involved painting walls, which was mostly done during weddings, ceremonies and festivals. Arpan (Rangoli) was created by crushing rice grains and decorating the floor, usually during Diwali and other festivals. However, as it evolved over time and during the COVID-19 pandemic when people were confined to their homes, they wondered how to continue this art form. Social media became a lifeline for many artists who created their pages on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube, and were able to receive direct orders from clients who preferred to buy their products online. Where previously only a few artists were acknowledged, now all artists are able to showcase their talents and are making a mark in society. After the COVID-19 crisis, Mithila painting has acquired a separate identity and artists are experimenting by printing it on Rakhi, masks, handbags, laptop bags, files, mugs, clothing, sarees, kurtas, and much more.

If paintings are observed carefully, all types of communication can be seen. If you look at the painting of the sun and moon , it will seem like the perfect example of interpersonal communication. If you observe the paintings of Ram and Sita closely, it will seem like they are both engaging in interpersonal communication. If you see Radha and Krishna dancing in a painting, it will be the perfect example of mass communication because the painting shows cows, peacocks, Radha’s friends, and Krishna playing the flute, which is a simple exa mple of communication that spreads the message of love to people. Furthermore, if you start talking by looking at a painting of The Dashavatar describes all the forms of Lord Vishnu, it will be the perfect example of transpersonal communication. Someone rightly said, “a picture is worth a thousand words,” and truly, if you look closely, each picture will something to say and will communicate something. . If you were to see Mahatma Buddha, you would be able to engage in interpersonal communication and you would feel as though he is directly talking to you.

The Dashavatar describes all the forms of Lord Vishnu. If you were to see Mahatma Buddha, you would be able to engage in interpersonal communication and you would feel as though he is directly talking to you.

Dashavatar, which describes all the forms of Lord Vishnu, is quite important in our Brahmin tradition. It includes descriptions of the ten avatars of Lord Vishnu – Matsya, Kurma, Varaha, Narasimha, Vamana, Parashurama, Rama, Krishna, Buddha, and Kalki. All these avatars appeared on earth at the time of Lord Vishnu’s birth in different forms and helped people.

In Mithila paintings, all the different forms are created on a single canvas. The more you know about this painting, the more interesting it becomes, and it communicates its own story if you can relate to it. This is truly amazing.

This painting depicts mostly trees, plants, flowers, birds, animals and items related to religious worship. Painting is one way to express oneself. And where we cannot keep our words, we can express our feelings through painting.

Its history is also very interesting. Some of the initial references to the Madhubani painting can be found in the Hindu epic Ramayana when King Janak instructed his artists to create a Mithila painting on the wall because his daughter Sita, who was going to marry Raja Dashrath’s son Shri Ram of Ayodhya, was from there. Since Janakpur Dham, which is now located in Nepal, and some parts of Madhubani (Bihar) has now come, this painting has been called Madhubani and Mithila (named after Sita birth) painting.

Slowly, Madhubani painting started spreading its colors on the walls of the village. Women started painting their dreams on the mud walls that became their canvas. Now, all of this has become a part of their weddings and other festivals. Like upnayan sanskar ,holi surya shashti , kali puja, upnayan sansakr. In these paintings they started expressing their hopes and aspirations.

Gradually, this art caught the attention of art lovers when several contemporary Indian artists brought it to the global stage. Previously, affluent women of large households used to make it. Brahmins and Kayasthas had dominance over this art form. But with time, this tradition has changed and now people from all castes embrace this art. Slowly, even men adopted this art. This art attracted the attention of its lovers towards itself and then contemporary artists brought this art on the world stage and then it started happening on paper, cloth, jute and many other things after coming out of the mud wall.

In 1934, a massive earthquake struck Bihar and when the British colonial officer, William J. Archer, came to survey the area, he noticed that there were incredible paintings on the walls. He then saw that the mud walls were also very attractive. After that, he began to work on these paintings. At the beginning of the 20th century, modern subjects were already entering the art world. Archer wrote the “Mithila Painting” in 1949, but did not use the word ‘folk’ in relation to this art. During the earthquake period, he saw a picture of a train on the walls. Thus, we can understand that people were giving a contemporary form to tradition with pens and brushes, without abandoning tradition. They were moving forward step by step with modernity, or even pushing their imagination further. That is why painting with pens and brushes on bamboo sticks (which are crashed from the top and colored) is still called ” likhiya”.

When Gangadevi surprised the world with modernism in her paintings from the beginning, she created the image of her American immigration in her painting and also wrote her autobiographical writing with a picture. At that time, all the lovers were drawn to the art and the hidden modernism and sensitivity within it.

Mithila paintings were first time commercialised in 1962 CE, When a foreigner came to Madhubani and he was amazed by the paintings, he convinced the artist to make the wall painting on paper. He then took it to his city and for the first time, the art of courtyard, which was traditionally done as a hobby, became com कर mercial. This method brought major changes in the future of Madhubani paintings and transformed its direction and status. Since then, this painting style has evolved and is continuously exploring new dimensio.

The process of making colors is very amazing, they are made from natural flowers. Women used to prepare colors themselves.

Black: the black color ade by burning kajal and jowar, and then using the resulting ash to prepare the color. To achieve the yellow color, chalk or turmeric was added to the milk of the banyan tree. For red, safflower petals were used, while bael leaves were used for green. To make orange, the flower of the palash tree was ground, and for orange, the flower of the naagkesar tree was used. While chemical colors have taken over in many places, some artists still preserve their traditional techniques and use scented, traditional colors. Villages like Rashidpur, Jitwapur and Ranti in Madhubani district are examples where even children can find paper and colors in their hands. Children in these villages do not play with toys, they play with brushes and colors before they can even manage their senses. Young people do not just dream, they also infuse their dreams with the colors of their desires.

Pens and brushes are also made from bamboo which is used more in katchni painting. Artist used to create using natural dyes and pigments . painting using by variety of medium inculuding their own fingures ,or twigs ,brushes ,nib and paints.

Types of mithila painting

Godna: Tattooing is called “godna” in Bihar and it also uses black ink. In this painting, instead of the body, paper or wall is used to make the design, and the term “godna” is derived from the word “tattoo”. The painting is simple but looks captivating to the eyes.

When it comes to Godna painting, Chano Devi is credited with its origins. She was joined by Yamuna Devi and Shanti Devi, whose names are also included. In 1972, when German anthropologist Erika Moser stopped at Sita Devi’s house in Jitwarpur to make a film on Mithila art, her attention turned to Chano Devi, who had made a tattoo on her body. Erika Moser and Sita Devi advised Chano Devi to create it on paper. But the problem was that Chano Devi didn’t have too many tattoos on her body. Then her husband Roudi Paswan brought more than those from the nearby village of Rati. He transferred all the tattoos on paper. Since then, Chano Devi has never looked back and created new dimensions in her painting. Reshma Kushma, Raja Salhesh, Budheswar, Motiram, Dauna Malin are the main attraction in her paintings, which have been exhibited in galleries in France, America, Germany, and Mithila museums in Japan. They have been displayed in India in Patna, Ranchi, Kolkata, Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Pune, Gwalior, Indore, Udaipur, Ahmedabad, and Goa. Before creating Godna paintings, she used to create Bhitti paintings, i.e., paintings on walls. The example can be seen in Pragati Maidan in Delhi, which is the main attraction. In her Bhitti painting, she used to put a single deity like Kali, Durga, Lakshmi in the center and decorate the surroundings with elephants, horses, sun, moon, birds, flowers, and leaves. She was honored with the National Award in 1984-85 and the State Award in 2007. When she started making tattoos on paper in the 1980s, she used a mixture of cow dung and babul gum to make the paper rough on the surface. After the paper dried, she used to lap the brush with a cotton wick wrapped in matchstick cover to create the design with natural colors. This technique became widespread among artists in the 1980s, which is visible in paintings of that era. As my background is closely associated with Madhubani painting, I have seen Shanti Devi, who is my maternal aunt, perform this method up close in Delhi. It’s a very intricate process. My uncle used to bring cow dung from the cowshed, mix it with water and strain it through a cotton cloth to remove impurities. Then they used to soak the paper imported from Madhubani in the solution and dry it on bamboo ladders on the roof. After that, they would bleach it from yellow to white and then create beautiful borders with their aunt. Then they used to make a beautiful painting, and their paintings would go to America and other foreign countries.

Katchni : It primarily uses only nib and pen, and the painting is very delicate. Pen should not be placed on top of pen in this, special black or red single color is used. The complete painting is made with a thin nib. This painting harms the artist’s eyes while making, but it looks very beautiful. Mostly, paintings of Krishna Radha, Sita Ram or shiv gouri are preferred in this.

Bharni : This is most fomous style of madhubani painting..katchni is done a little bit on the side and after designing in the bank, colorful colors are filled which makes them more attractive. You can see this painting mostly on trains going to Bihar and on the walls of craft museum in delhi.

Tantrik – Transpersonal communication is a great example of tantric painting. In the philosophy of art, ritual, symbolism, and imagery are deeply interconnected. Tantra is a philosophy rooted in scared insstuctional text called tantras  . They take their name from the snskrit word tan, meaning “to wave or compose”and are often written in a form of conversation between a god and goddess.

 Tantric art serves as a means of spiritual development and experience. It showcases the artwork of the entire cosmos, including mechanisms, mysterious worlds beyond human understanding, and more. It is made up of images that are both provocative and emotionally charged. In a sense, tantric art is a broad part of philosophy. It expresses the teachings of Buddhism as a complex idea that encompasses the three main schools of thought, Hinayana, Mahayana, and Vajrayana. However, if we move outside of India, such as in Tibet, Japan, and China, tantra is distinct from Buddhist teachings.The oldest surviving form of tantric art in the world is described in 12th century paintings found in Nepal. Additionally, there are numerous paintings at Cambridge University’s library. Tantra is a philosophical concept that is connected to holy teachings present in the sacred books of Tantrasastra. Its name is derived from the Sanskrit word ‘tan,’ which means ‘to weave’ or ‘to utter,’ and often it is written as an invitation to the divine deities or a heavenly conversation. Still, various abbreviated rituals occur, including mental imagery (by extrapolating divinity) and yoga. Tantric art and divine female energy: Kali, Durga, the vitality of divine feminine energy inspired the rise of Devi Puja in medieval India, and it continues to influence contemporary feminist thought and artistic practices. Tantra’s vivid challenge is represented by the phallic rules and its representation in tantric art. It focuses on the attributes of every object connected to the divine feminine force—unlimited and divine female power, which drives the philosophy of Tantra. This inspired the Devi Puja to rise in India and face the repression of the masculine. In this exhibit, some representations depicting the essences of Kali, Durga, and Chakrasamvar are included. The concept of women is crucial in tantric practice since it grants divine feminine a higher position than masculine, mainly focusing

Around 1960, the technique of tantric and filling painting was practiced mainly by Brahmin women, with most women in Bihar and Nepal engaging in it. Their main subjects were marriage, gods such as Devi Sita Ram , Radha Krishna, village deities, and paintings related to daily life such as women grinding flour in a hand mill or cooking on a wood stove, singing lullabies to children during bedtime, and more.

As our society has been patriarchy-based from the beginning, in these paintings, men are depicted in the act of smoking on the porch or women bring wood from the field. As rice cultivation is more prevalent in these regions, many paintings depict women sowing while men are seen plowing fields with bulls. These paintings communicate intrapersonal feelings with their viewers by incorporating emotions in the painting.

Such artistic expression is a big communication in and of itself, transferring a series of tradition and heritage from one generation to another without speaking a word. Madhubani paintings have acquired a unique place on the global level. They have come out of their specific and geographical area and have found a place in the heart of every art lover of India. Mithila painting has captured the attention of the entire world.

Kohbar : When there is a wedding in the homes of Mithila, a special Kohbar on wall is made on the bridal room, where the images of the sun, moon, Shiva, Gauri, fish, snake and even a turtle are made, so that all the gods and goddesses come together to bless the newlyweds.

Philosophically, Mithila Painting is based on the principle of dualism. The sun and the moon represent a microcosm that is filled with gods and plants. This tradition is a living legacy where Buddhism, Tantrism, Islamic Sufism, and traditional Hinduism are included as symbolic elements.

Mithila is considered as the in-laws’ place of Lord Ram and it is also the birthplace of Goddess Sita. This area is named Mithila after their names. In earlier times, guests used to come from far and wide, and arrangements were made for their stay for three to four days. Even today, people who follow traditions keep the groom as a guest in Mithila for four days. My mother had also kept me as a guest. Now people do not have so much time to stay with the bride for four days. In Mithila, marriage still takes place in the same way as it happened with Ram and Sita. The son-in-law is compared to Ram in the folk songs. People in Mithila consider Sita as their daughter. The Kohbar Ghar is decorated for newlyweds. It is decorated with bamboo, bananas, parrots, fish, Shiva Parvati, and much more, each having its own meaning.

Mithila ya madhubani painting and communication.

The rule of art is to evolve with time but not let its existence be destroyed.  Today, the artists in Madhubani painting are changing themselves with time, adapting to the demands of the era and experimenting with new things every day. Mithila painting is playing a very important role in communication in society.

Awards: In 48 years, 8 Padma Shri awards have been given to artists for their Madhubani paintings. This is amazing in itself, and what’s even more surprising is that all of the awardees are women from the same district – Madhubani. Despite not being a big city, the art has brought fame and glory to the district and the country. Men also take part in this work with great detail. Although they have received many awards in this field, they have not received the Padma Shri because there is a much higher demand for this art abroad, and Madhubani painting is done only in selected districts in India, which is mainly a handicraft. Male artists are also working together to fulfill the demand and create better and more beautiful paintings.

Aartist how won the padmshree award in Mithila painting

Jagdmba devi – Jagdamba Devi received the Padma Shri award in 1975. She was a resident of Bhajparaul village in Madhubani district and she was the first artist from the region to receive the Padma Shri award for her contributions to the art of Mithila painting.

Sita Devi, a resident of Jitwarpur, was conferred with the Padma Shri in 1981 for her contribution to Madhubani Painting. She was the first artist from the region to receive this honor. She was also recognized with a National Award. In 1971, her paintings were exhibited in Delhi’s Pragati Maidan, which drew visitors from all over the country. Her paintings received widespread recognition and even Indira Gandhi International Airport has displayed her artwork. She has been honored by the Bihar government as the best sculptor, skilled artisan, and with state awards in 1969, 1971, and 1974.

Ganga Devi – Ganga Devi was a pioneer in taking Mithila painting from the walls of homes to the world stage. She was awarded the Padma Shri in 1984  and the Padma Bhushan in 2012 for her contribution to Madhubani painting.

Ganga Devi was born in the Mithila region of Bihar, India, in 1928. Their birth took place in the village of Chatra in Madhubani to a kayastha family.

She started her career as a Mithila painter at the age of 16, following in the footsteps of her mother, who was also a painter. Ganga Devi was a prolific artist and helped popularize Mithila painting beyond the rural villages of her youth.

In 1975, Ganga Devi’s art caught the attention of the Indian government. She was invited to participate in a national exhibition in New Delhi, which showcased her talent to a wider audience. Soon after, Ganga Devi gained international recognition for her art.

Throughout her career, Ganga Devi was a strong advocate for the preservation of Mithila painting and the cultural traditions it represented. She encouraged young girls to learn the art form and taught it in schools and colleges across India.

Ganga Devi was awarded the Padma Shri, one of India’s highest civilian honors, in 1984, for her contributions to Indian art. She continued to work until her death , leaving behind a legacy of exceptional Mithila painting. Today, her art is seen in museums and private collections around the world.

Mahasundari Devi – 2011 Padma Shri awardee, started her journey at the tender age of five when she lost her parents and learned painting and other social skills under the care of her uncle and aunt. At the age of 17, she got married and then started creating paintings and sarees after 1970, which mainly depicted religious themes such as Dashavatar, Krishna Janam Katha, Rasleela, and Shiv Parvati. Mahasundari Devi is credited with painting on materials like sanmayaka, plyboard, and cloth.

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Baua Devi was honored with the Padma Shri in 2017 for her contribution to Mithila painting. She learned Mithila painting from childhood, and her grandmother taught her this art. Baua Devi used her art to raise various social issues such as women’s empowerment and rural development. Her paintings are sold outside of her center, and she has been honored with many international and national awards. Baua Devi’s artwork is collected in major museums around the world. Through her art, she has preserved the tradition and civilization of Mithila. Baua Devi is known as the “Queen of Mithila Art” around the world. She has inspired various talented women to connect with her art and has given them a message of self-reliance. She has showcased her art in various painting styles around the world. Baua Devi’s art has mainly served as a spiritual inspiration for the women’s societ .

Godavari Dutta is known as the Mahadevi Verma of Madhubani painting. She was awarded the Padma Shri by Ram Nath Kovind. In her paintings, she depicts various stories from the Ramayana, Mahabharata and other tales. Her mother, who used to create paintings by putting folk art on cloth, inspired her. In her art, Godavari Dutta showcases tradition and also addresses contemporary issues such as female infanticide, terrorism and agriculture.

Dulari devi : Dulari Devi comes from an extremely underprivileged family, where her father used to work as a fisherman. After losing her six-month-old child following her marriage, she went back to her father’s home and started working with karpoori Devi and Mahasundari Devi doing household chores. Whenever she used to see paintings, she felt the urge to do it herself but due to the lack of money, she couldn’t fulfill her desires. However, with the help of Karpoori Devi, she started learning how to paint and even how to write her name. With hard work and dedication, she has now made a journey from selling her first painting for five rupees to receiving the Padma Shri award. She has also been honored with “Mithila Asmita Samman” by the Bihar government. Her inspiring story and paintings are mentioned in Geeta Wolf’s book “Following My Paint and Brush” and another book named “Satrangi”. For the past eight years, she has been learning painting at the Mithila Art Institute. She believes that through her art, she can connect people with her culture and folklore, which is a great example of communication

Subhadra Devi, a Mithila painting artist from Madhubani district, was honored with the Padma Shri award in 2023. However, she did not receive this honor for Madhubani painting, but for paper mache. This is the first time that someone from this field has been awarded the Padma Shri. Paper mache is a type of clay made from recycled waste materials. Old cloth is soaked in water and mixed with Multani mitti (fuller’s earth) and a little fevicol (adhesive) to create a shape. After drying, it is given a finishing touch and covered with Mithila painting. Paper mache is used to make masks, toys, bowls, modern art, animal and bird figurines, jewelry, and other decorative items. Subhadra Devi was a skilled artist in this art form since childhood and was honored with the State Award in 1980 and the National Award in 1991. But in January 2023, she was awarded the Padma Shri by the President, which has made this art form a topic of discussion.

Art student have bright future in Mithila painting : In recent times , Madhuani  painting has been given the opportunity to be studied in universities and institutions. Additionally, because of its increasing popularity over time, it is now considered an important art form.

There are several Mithila painting award winners, and This is only the list of Padma Shri awardee women.The struggles of every artist of Mithila paintings have a unique story, and it is difficult to describe everyone’s story in this small article. However, nobody has left behind the struggle and has faced the challenges with determination, making a name for themselves in society and setting an example for others. These women have learned this art from their grandmothers and mothers and are transforming it from one generation to another.

Social media role in export import in madhubani painting.

Social media plays an important role in the export import of Madhubani painting, which is traded actively in almost 24 countries worldwide, with UAE leading the pack. The total export value of Madhubani painting is around 0.08 million USD. Five countries, namely Dubai, Netherlands, USA, Australia, and Austria, have emerged as the top importers of Madhubani painting, with Dubai accounting for 50% of the shipments. Bihar, especially the districts of Madhubani and Sitamarhi, are the major exporters of this art form, which contributes significantly to their economic condition. Madhubani painting is the main source of income for thousands of households in Madhubani district, and its turnover is estimated to be around 50 crores. The Bihar government has announced plans to create a domestic app to facilitate buying and selling of Mithila paintings, with detailed information about the artwork and its creators. During the pandemic, Madhubani artists were struggling to make ends meet until they started using social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram to connect directly with customers, thereby cutting out the middlemen and ensuring timely payments. Social media has transformed the Madhubani painting industry by enabling artists to showcase their work, receive feedback, and directly sell to customers. It has opened up new avenues for small and emerging artists in this business and made it more profitable. Therefore, social media has become a boon for Madhubani painting.

Non- verble communication and madhubani painting .

Madhubani painting is an art form that describes the history, future, and culture through the medium of art. It beautifully captures the essence of its rich and vibrant past, making it a fascinating subject to study and explore.

In conclusion, Mithila painting is a topic of research that has been extensively studied, but there are still many aspects of it that can be researched and written about. It is like hidden pearls in the deep sea; the deeper you dive, the more beautiful pearls you will find. Looking back at the history, we can see how women, who were unable to leave their homes, used their imaginative power to create beautiful paintings. They used natural resources like flowers to create colors instead of relying on chemical companies. They even transformed their homes’ rough walls into canvases; thus, creating a new definition of success in their own way. When we look at the stories of women like Chanon Devi or Ganga Devi, we can see how they never cried about their lack of resources. They set an example for others by creating beautiful paintings using cow dung and making cards out of them. They fought against their problems and created a new path of success. Even when Ganga Devi was at the peak of her success, cancer surrounded her, but she did not stop creating paintings. Instead, she spent her final days making more art while getting her treatment at the AIIMS hospital. Thus, Mithila painting is not just an art form, but a representation of women’s strength and resilience.

Making a four part series of autobiography drawing called The cancer Series which chronicled her diffuclties with with getting a reliable diagnosis the loss of her brother and her journey delhi between and madhubani at the time .  she was enged with the Craft museum ,where she finished large kohbar ghar in 1990 . The walls of the chamber were later painted over in 2015 as part of muesium renovation and modernization effort . she passed away in new delhi in 1991.

Dulari Devi taught painting to Karpuri Devi by cleaning utensils at her house. Her life was not ordinary as she suffered the loss of her six-month-old child. She returned to her parents’ house only to teach this art and gain respect in society. She journeyed from being an ordinary woman to being honored with the Padma Shri. If she had wanted, she could have led a life of sorrow, but instead, she chose to work hard and become an ideal for women around her.

The history of Mithila painting is fascinating, and the future is bright. Gangadevi, who once traveled only from her home to her husband’s home, displayed her paintings in America, Japan, and Germany. Though her husband left her due to the lack of a child, she was able to earn the title of mother from her stepchildren when she became famous. She turned her experiences into art and created artwork in the narrative style.

The more you talk about Mithila paintings, the less it is. This art was once limited to village homes but has now become a means of employment for thousands of men and women. It represents not only Bihar but also the international community. It will be showcased in the G-20 summit in Delhi, where foreign guests will see the art through live demonstrations by artists like Shanti Devi, who has been associated with Madhubani painting for 40 years and is honored with a national award. Even her husband creates artwork. Creating Mithila paintings not only brings happiness but also offers opportunities for growth and recognition in the market.

Non- verble communication and madhubani painting .Madhubani painting is an art form that describes the history, future, and culture through the medium of art. It beautifully captures the essence of its rich and vibrant past, making it a fascinating subject to study and explore.

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