Avdhesh Kumar Karn is an award-winning Mithila (Madhubani) artist and educator with 20+ years of experience. Affiliated with SPIC MACAY, CCRT, and Routes 2 Roots, he has conducted 140+ workshops promoting Indian folk art.
Avdhesh Kumar Karn is an award-winning Mithila (Madhubani) artist, art educator, and cultural resource person. With over 20 years of experience, he is affiliated with SPIC MACAY, CCRT, and Routes 2 Roots, and has conducted over 140 workshops to preserve Indian folk art.
Mithila (Madhubani) painting is a traditional Indian folk art form originating from the Mithila region. It features intricate geometric patterns, fine line drawings, stylized figures, and vibrant scenes depicting mythology, nature, and rituals in a unique two-dimensional scroll style.
Rampur (Madhubani Cluster) Bihar, India. The Madhubani region serves as a vibrant artisan ecosystem where master artists and families practice traditional painting, paper-mâché, and Sikki craft in close-knit rural communities.
Hand-painted sarees and textiles, framed wall art, ceramic/terracotta lamps, decorative plates, paper-mâché items, tote bags, and hand-painted mugs.
Mithila art historically originated as ritualistic wall and floor art (Aripan) made by women in rural homes to mark festivals and ceremonies. Over centuries, it evolved into a world-renowned art form preserved through oral traditions and generational practice across Bihar.
Contact : +91 9582228845
Email: abdheshkarn01@gmail.com
