I execute my paintings by using natural colors on handmade paper like I did earlier, and use brushes, sharpened reeds and pen nibs for drawing the designs and figuration like before. The technique and tools for my painting have not changed at all. 'It is not difficult for me to do this art form, as I have inherited it from my tradition and culture and it feels great and I take pride in it. This was a good chance for me to show my talent to the world. This is when I happen to learn about Novica and the great opportunity it provided for upcoming artists and artisans across the globe. I participated in many local fairs and exhibited my paintings.
After coming to Delhi, initially I had to face a lot of challenges. 'As I grew up and mastered the art, I decided to shift my base to Delhi from Jitwarpur, Bihar where I originally came from. But I had been painting since I was a child, as Madhubani painting is in my blood and my mother was my mentor. My association with painting was not very long then. When I joined as an artisan, I had just started painting. 'It’s been almost 19 years now since I first joined Novica. Today I can proudly say that even if I leave Madhubani painting, Madhubani painting will never leave me. 'Life is a journey, and Madhubani painting has always been a part of my journey. Artisan Organization: Devendra Kumar Jha and Family
