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the lotus paper

an archive for bold, honest, & unconventional south asian art & writing

Goddess Sarasvati (1878-1883), West Bengal, Calcutta, India (object no. 2021.203)

Courtesy of the Department of Asian Art at The Metropolitan Museum. Open access.

the lotus paper is a youth-led, non-commercial zine dedicated to recognizing the south asian community through bold, honest, and unconventional works. we accept art & writing from south asian creators ages 13-25.

Sultan 'Ali al-Mashhadi - Divan of Sultan Husayn Baiqara (905 AH/16th century), Herat, present-day Afghanistan (object no. 1982.120.1).

Courtesy of the Department of Islamic Art at The Metropolitan Museum. Open access.

we want pieces that explore truths about culture, identity, religion, and social justice within the south asian community that often go underlooked in mainstream media. our editors work to create a place where both new and experienced creators can thrive & improve, through opportunities for revision and detailed feedback.

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Shiva Seated with Parvati (11th century), Kathmandu Valley, Nepal (object no. 1987.218.1)

Courtesy of the Department of Asian Art at The Metropolitan Museum. Open access.

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