Nepalese Male Identity

This mural represents a Nepalese man on his wedding day. He is illustrated as looking forward and smiling, revealing his excitement toward the future. 

Nepal is one of the most biologically diverse countries on Earth and is home to an abundant variety of plants. Plants, specifically flowers, are meaningful cultural symbols because of their predominant use in decoration and celebration for important occasions. Poinsettias, marigolds, and Himalayan poppies are all important flowers in Nepalese culture. They are represented in the background and overlap on the man's face to show peace, love, and connection.

Cultural pride is evident in the use of red and blue illustrations on the man's face and body. As the primary colors of the Nepalese flag, red indicates the bravery of the Nepali people, and the color blue represents peace and harmony.