Calm your mind with an adult colouring book
Deepika Mahalakshmi, an IT professional and self-taught artist recently published Varnikaa, a Madhubani-themed colouring book for adults with tear-out pages. She talks about the book, the art of colouring and how it can be therapeutic.
migrator
Chennai
How did you come up with the idea of an adult colouring book?
A few months back, I came across a few Facebook pages on Adult Colouring Book. Inspired by them, I made up mind to publish a book. I pulled out my sketchbook that has always been my relaxation companion and tried out some 20 patterns. Eventually, I selected the best ones and incorporated them in my first Madhubani-themed colouring book. I plan to bring out a series of three Madhubani-based books.
Why did you narrow down on Madhubani art? Â
Madhubani art was not very popular in its early days. It turned into a fad recently. I have been into Madhubani for the last three years. The art form is all about bright colours and happiness. It corporates peacocks, flowers, fishes, dancing, everything with happy colours. My art firm is called Varnikaa which means colours, so it made sense to use it in my colouring book.
How will the book help the adults?
It is a great stress-buster. It has always helped me in relaxing. It helps you get over a tiring day at work or home.
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