Sunil Raj Dhakal

Sunil Raj Dhakal is a dedicated art journalist, critic, and cultural advocate who has spent nearly a decade documenting and promoting Nepal's visual arts landscape. Through Khojpatra, he has created a unique platform devoted exclusively to art, offering insightful critiques that encourage, inspire, and elevate artists rather than merely evaluate them. His writing bridges artists and audiences preserving creative narratives while fostering a deeper appreciation of art in society. With unwavering commitment, he continues to champion Nepal's artistic community and contribute significantly to the country's cultural discourse.
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A Travelougue to the Gangotri

There are individuals who recall Jimmy Thapa as the person who would

Sunil Raj Dhakal Posted Sunil Raj Dhakal July 18, 2023

Loosing oneself in Transition at Siddhartha

Mann Gurung, an artist originally from Gorkha, has experienced numerous highs and

Sunil Raj Dhakal Posted Sunil Raj Dhakal June 29, 2023

Diverse expression at Takpa Gallery

Art is an avenue for experiencing emotions. Occasionally, a presentation of a

Sunil Raj Dhakal Posted Sunil Raj Dhakal June 18, 2023

Stone-craft Association of Nepal gave training to the commercial stone craft artist

The stone sculptures of Nepal possess the most distinctive characteristics in Nepali

Sunil Raj Dhakal Posted Sunil Raj Dhakal June 4, 2023

World Heritage Art Festival -23 begins at the Hotel Arts

Art has served as a means of expression for countless artists throughout

Sunil Raj Dhakal Posted Sunil Raj Dhakal May 25, 2023

A lost Yakshi Strut is repatriated from Australia to Nepal.

On May 16, the Australian government returned a 13th Century Tundaal (temple

Sunil Raj Dhakal Posted Sunil Raj Dhakal May 18, 2023

Shivata28: A group Show at MCube Gallery

Life itself is so uncertain that individuals who are active and constantly

Sunil Raj Dhakal Posted Sunil Raj Dhakal April 27, 2023

Paubha: The Art of Making Gods

Paubha and Thangka are traditional art forms that aim to evoke a

Sunil Raj Dhakal Posted Sunil Raj Dhakal April 14, 2023

Celebrating the Unbothered Absence at Dalai-La

The realm of art and creativity surpasses limitations. A majority of artists

Sunil Raj Dhakal Posted Sunil Raj Dhakal April 13, 2023

The essence of nostalgia in the artist Umesh Shah

Mithila art has a long history of development. It used to be

Sunil Raj Dhakal Posted Sunil Raj Dhakal March 24, 2023