Madhubani Painting in Ranti Village

Made by : Rashmi KavyaGuided by : Ms. Nupur Chopra

SUMMER PROJECT

Project is about present scenario of artist and art. Awareness of their rights and importance.

Methods were :- Surveys. Secondary researches Formal and informal interviews Exploration of art Documentation

Introduction and methodology

One of the ancient paintings of India.

Traditional art in Bihar. Known for unique style of

painting. Themes are generally of

mythology.

About Madhubani painting

Done in 5 styles :- geru, bharhi, kachni, Kohbar and godna

Single-eyed living figures

Large bulging eyes jolting nose emerging

out of the forehead Use of bright colours

Methods & Characteristics

First reference from times of Ramayana- sita’s marriage

Discovered in 1934,after earthquake by William G. Archer.

In 1973, Railway Minister Dr. Lalit Narayan Mishra bought it into limelight.

Re- discovered by Mr. Upendra Maharathi and Mr. Bhaskar Kulkarni .

Discovery

Dr. L.N. Mishra

Journey of Madhubani Painting

On mud walls

On handmade bamboo sheets

On earthen pots

On wooden objects

On PaperOn Designer dress

Gram Vikas Parishad

NGO – provides employment for artisans. Promotes Mithila and madhubani painting. Established in 1987 Works in 450 villages. Registered under FCRA(Foreign Contribution

Regulation act) Has 35 full time staffs and 200 project

staffs. Recently signed for SFURTI scheme.

Some Platforms for Artisans

Status of art and artist in Ranti

Glimpses of GVP

It is a co-operative Society Ltd. associated with :- the Asian heritage Foundation,

Japan Social development Fund – JIYO!

Government of India and Bihar sponsored Jeevika Project.

Formed in 2009 Also provides home for poor

artisans. 50-70 women are members.

Shilp Sangh

SFURTI (Scheme of Fund for Regeneration of Traditional Industries )

Promotes cluster development. Launched by MSME(Ministry of micro, small and

medium enterprises ) KVIC (Khadi and village industries Commission)is the

nodal Agency . KVIC provides funds.

Schemes by Government

In 2013,it planned Rs.850 crore for 4 lakh artisans.

Recently, fund of Rs. 2 crore has been given to GVP.

Objective :- To make traditional industries more competitive

profitable and sustained employment for traditional industry artisans and rural entrepreneurs.

SFURTI Cont…..

Prime Minister's Rojgar Yojana (PMRY) and Rural Employment Generation Programme (REGP)  merged together.

central sector scheme .

administered by MSME and is implemented by KVIC.

Maximum Project cost should be Rs. 25 lakh. Scheme available only for new units to establish

PMEGP (Prime Minister’s employment generation programme)

Objectives:- To provide continuous and

sustainable employment To facilitate participation of

financial institutions for higher credit flow to micro sectors.

PMEGP Cont…..

Most of artisans learnt art as a tradition. Monthly income was Rs.5000-8000 Not satisfied with income Many artists changed occupation for

better income. Still many looking forward in this field. No awareness of Schemes or policies Hoping for a change They want direct interaction to

government They want a regional office not any

middleman.

Interview with artisans

Sudha Devi

Rani Jha

Ratna Kumari

83 years old, experienced and talented artist

Devoted whole life for art Trained 4900 students in

Brahmanand Art institute (CCRT funded)

Special Contribution in Mithila museum,Japan

Received Rashtrapati award, Shilp Guru Award, Certificate in Germany,

etc.

Meeting with Godavari Dutt

A short film “Kalakar Namaskar” made on her life by Dr. Chandramani.

Visited Japan, Germany & France to promote the art many time.

Comment on the topic:- India is known for its art and culture. For development of nation, art & artist

needs to be retained and sustained. Change should start from home only.

Meeting with Godavari Dutt Cont…..

Trishul at Mithila Museum

Awards and certificates

Achievements of Godavari Dutt

Art has gained recognition, not the artist. Art needs to be explored more. Need of a platform for emerging artists. Need to attract and retain artist. Provision of sustainable employment. Organizing awareness program about schemes and

policies.

Conclusion

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