Also known as Mithila Painting, Madhubani style of art originated in the interiors of Bihar. This style of art is vibrant and eye-catching, with attention seeking patterns and colours. Named after the village Madhubani in the Mithila region. These paintings depict nature and devotional events. The work in these paintings is done with Hindu deities like Ram and Krishna in mind. Often characterized by complex geometrical patterns, Madhubani paintings are known for representing ritual content for particular occasions, including festivals, religious rituals, etc. The colors used in Madhubani paintings are usually derived from plants and other natural sources. These colors are often bright and pigments like lampblack and ochre are used to create black and brown respectively. Instead of contemporary brushes, objects like twigs, matchsticks and even fingers are used to create the paintings. In this online class, you will learn the history and traditional method of making a Madhubani painting and also will have hands-on experience of creating Madhubani paintings on paper.