Gather paper, pencil, eraser, black pen, fine liners, and colored pencils or paints
Choose a simple Madhubani subject such as fish, peacock, bird, flower, sun, or tree
Lightly sketch the main outline on the paper
Add a border around the entire design
Divide the empty spaces into smaller sections with decorative lines or patterns
Trace the final outlines with a black pen
Fill the design with traditional patterns such as dots, lines, waves, leaves, and geometric shapes
Color the painting using bright, natural colors
Keep the colors flat and bold without shading
Fill the background with patterns or motifs if desired
Outline all shapes clearly to make the design stand out
Let the painting dry completely if using paint
Erase any remaining pencil marks carefully
Frame or display the finished Madhubani painting