01/04/2026
Rooted in the artistic soul of Odisha, Mukha Chitra is a striking expression of storytelling through handcrafted masks. Created using paper mache and adorned with intricate Pattachitra-style paintings, these masks embody mythological characters, folk deities, and cultural narratives. Each piece is a meticulous blend of sculpting and painting, where layers of paper pulp are shaped, dried, and finally brought to life with bold lines, natural colors, and expressive eyes.
I remember staying at a boutique art Homestay where an entire wall was adorned with Mukha Chitra—each face watching silently, yet telling a different story. There was something deeply immersive about that space, where art didn’t just hang, it breathed and belonged.
Traditionally crafted in heritage villages like Raghurajpur, this art reflects devotion and generational skill, carrying Odisha’s identity within every stroke.
On this Utkal Divas, may we celebrate and preserve such timeless crafts.A tribute to the hands that keep Odisha’s heritage alive, one masterpiece at a time.
📍 Puri , Odisha
{ Homestay in Puri , Odisha }
