Manavi x Madhubani

Description

Inspired by Alphonse Mucha’s Daydream, in this piece I merge the flowing elegance of Art Nouveau with the intricate storytelling of Madhubani. The soft, flowing color palette reflects the elegance of late 19th-century Art Nouveau, while the intricate patterns and storytelling elements embrace the essence of Madhubani folk art. At the heart of this composition is my dearest friend, Manavi, adorned in a Banarasi Sari and jasmine flowers.

Field
Illustration
Client
Self-initiated
Year
2023
Wide close-up of Manavi surrounded by Madhubani-inspired motifs
Close-up illustration of Manavi's face and jewelleryMadhubani-style scorpion motif beside a white dove
Teal Banarasi sari fabric with an intricate floral patternMadhubani-inspired tiger and lotus motif
Full Manavi portrait combining Art Nouveau and Madhubani influencesFinished Manavi portrait displayed in a frame