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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Invocation to the Goddess

Do hearts, scattered across continents and cultures, tremble in the same quiet

Sunil Raj Dhakal Posted Sunil Raj Dhakal April 21, 2026

In Motion and Memory: The Many Lives of Khorlo

In the quiet yet culturally vibrant neighborhood of Lazimpat in Kathmandu, the

Sunil Raj Dhakal Posted Sunil Raj Dhakal April 18, 2026

Abstract art in Exhibition

Abstract painting in Nepal did not merely follow the well-trodden paths carved

Sunil Raj Dhakal Posted Sunil Raj Dhakal April 8, 2026

Where the Face Becomes the Light

At 108 Gallery, artist Erina Tamrakar unveils a compelling series of paintings

Sunil Raj Dhakal Posted Sunil Raj Dhakal March 24, 2026

Echoes of belonging

A new group exhibition has unfolded at Takpa Gallery, inviting viewers into

Sunil Raj Dhakal Posted Sunil Raj Dhakal March 18, 2026

Contours of Expression

Within the quietly vibrant halls of Music Art Gallery in Sanepa, Lalitpur,

Sunil Raj Dhakal Posted Sunil Raj Dhakal March 1, 2026

Between Zodiac and Silence

Ever wondered what transpires when an artist who has spent a lifetime

Sunil Raj Dhakal Posted Sunil Raj Dhakal February 20, 2026

Between Memory and Motion: The Enduring Vision of Kiran Manandhar

In his late sixties, time no longer counts years for Kiran Manandhar;

Sunil Raj Dhakal Posted Sunil Raj Dhakal February 3, 2026

Where Abstraction Breathes

How does an abstract artist gather inspiration? The question has long intrigued

Sunil Raj Dhakal Posted Sunil Raj Dhakal January 30, 2026

Metamorphosis :Where the Rust learns to breathe

In a quiet studio tucked within the restless heart of Kathmandu, forgotten

Sunil Raj Dhakal Posted Sunil Raj Dhakal January 22, 2026