Grade 8 : Kriti Monga - Rajkumari Ratnavati Girls School

At the heart of this artwork resides a young girl, who embodies the very essence of her desert surroundings. The spotlight shines on Kriti Monga’s hand-drawn Devanagari lettering, which burgeons into kites, soaring aloft on the wings of the girl’s dreams.

These kites serve as vessels, carrying her words and dreams skyward, navigating the boundless realm of possibilities. The custom Rajasthani poem, thoughtfully penned by the artist's friend, encapsulates this journey. Each word paints vivid images of her joy amidst monsoon rains, her aspirations for flourishing, and her yearning to explore distant shores.

They echo the rhythm of the rain, the ebb and flow of the ocean, and the cyclical nature of desert life. The color palette finds inspiration in the school's distinctive hues—Jaisalmer yellow, indigo, and madder red. Here, they take on a playful, cooler tone, infusing the space with a sense of radiance and optimism.

Surrounding this central narrative, a tapestry of motifs emerge, drawing inspiration from the region's embroidery and wall paintings. The visual style strikes a harmonious balance between the familiar and the aspirational, creating a landscape that resonates deeply with viewers.

Daughter:

धोरा री बेटी हूँ मैं

मेह री जोती बाट मैं

जो मिलियो ज्ञान रो सागर

तो होगी रे आबाद मैं

Means:

Daughter if the sand dunes am I

I wait eagerly for the rains

With access to the ocean of knowledge

I flourish