Born in December 1961 in Samastipur district of North Bihar, in the Mithila region famous for Madhubani painting, my artistic journey began with traditional learning passed down through generations of women in my family.
I continued to learn painting from my mother and elders whilst pursuing other studies. Since 1991, I have lived in Delhi, where I established my studio and began training other women artists from the Mithila region in both traditional techniques and contemporary applications.
My style is recognised for bringing a contemporary perspective to traditional Madhubani art, using modern media such as acrylic and canvas whilst maintaining the use of natural, vegetable-based colours that are fundamental to authentic Mithila painting. My work merges ancient Mithila tradition with contemporary subjects including women's empowerment and education.
My renditions of Krishna and Radha are noted for depicting themes of “love, longing, and peace”, representing the spiritual depth that traditional Madhubani art carries into contemporary spaces and modern life.
Using traditional natural pigments derived from turmeric for yellow, indigo for blue, vermilion mixed with mustard seeds for red, and lampblack for deep blacks. These maintain the authentic colour palette that has defined Madhubani art for centuries.
My work includes modern subjects integrated with traditional motifs, such as illustrations featuring contemporary themes like women's empowerment and education, harmoniously blended with classic fish and nature symbols.
Working within the traditional framework of Madhubani art which depicts Hindu mythology, nature, and daily life, using characteristic geometrical patterns and ensuring the traditional principle that no space remains unfilled.
Based in my Delhi studio, I continue the ancient tradition of passing knowledge to the next generation, training artists in authentic Madhubani techniques adapted for contemporary applications and markets.
Professional practice begins in the Mithila region
Delhi studio established; training women artists
National Award — President's Award for excellence
Millennium Awardee in Art for innovative colour creation
International exhibitions; French Television & Discovery Channel features
Works gifted to visiting heads of state as cultural heritage tokens
Feminine Tree
Ganesha – The Beginning
Glorious Radha
Peaceful Love of Radha Krishna
Ram Sita in Chirtrakoot
Women Eccentricity
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