Madhubani/ Indian Folk Art: Forest of Honey

This unique workshop has been designed to offer a mindful experience while creating your own Madhubani painting (Indian Folk Art).

Madhubani/Mithila Painting, meaning Forest of Honey can be traced back to the 7th century AD in the Indian subcontinent, in the state of Bihar.

Madhubani paintings were traditionally created by the women of different communities, of the Mithila region- Bihar in India, and done on freshly plastered mud (cow dung) on walls and floors of huts, but now they are also done on cloth, handmade paper and canvas.

Madhubani art uses complex geometrical patterns; generally, no space is left empty; the gaps are filled by painting flowers, animals, birds, and geometric designs.

You don’t need previous experience to join. I will take you step by step in the art of Madhubani Painting. My workshops are designed to provide a space to connect and bring people together whilst doing art mindfully and increasing a feeling of well-being and creative revitalisation.

The first hour includes warm-up exercises using a bespoke pattern sheet. These sheets are designed to help you learn how to create complex border designs using simple shapes. Each person is provided with an A4 sketchbook in which you will complete various exercises.

To create your final piece I will be taking you step by step in the art of Madhubani Painting. By the second half of the class, you will be in a deep relaxed mindful state as you complete your beautiful masterpiece using watercolours.

**Ideal for those who are looking to:**

- ​Learn from a professional working artist​

- ​Learn traditional and contemporary art techniques

- ​Push their creativity and experience something new

- ​Create art mindfully and increase a feeling of well-being and creative revitalisation.

Host or Publisher Komal Madar Art