Mithila paintings are one of the artistic outputs of the MAP ‘Picturing Past, Present, and Future (PPPF)’ in Nepal. In Nepal, PPPF collaborated with Janaki Women Awareness Society (JWAS), a non-profit social organisation working on women’s and children’s issues. These Mithila paintings were created by artists and young girls in Nepal.
Mithila arts are a traditional art form from the ancient Mithila kingdom of Nepal and is still popular in the central southern region of Nepal, especially in Janakpurdham. Historically, it used to convey religious rituals, nature and farming scenes, but increasingly, it is also used to convey contemporary issues, for example, to create awareness of gender injustice.
Mithila artworks:
Picturing the Past, Present & Future…
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