Inclusive Art Exhibition begins

By A Staff Reporter,Kathmandu, Dec. 18: An art exhibition titled ‘Inclusive Art Exhibition’  has begun in Kathmandu.

Organised on the occasion of the 33rd International Day of Persons with Disabilities by the Nepal Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA), the four-day exhibition was inaugurated by Minister for Women, Children, and Senior Citizens, Nawal Kishor Sah Sudi on Tuesday. 

Highlighting the need for transferring knowledge, traditions, styles, and craftsmanship to the younger generation, Minister Sah stated that such exhibitions contribute to the intergenerational transfer of art.

 He added, “These exhibitions hold special significance in promoting art tourism, self-employment, self-reliance, and contributing to the economy through art.” 

The minister further emphasised that the exhibition holds particular importance in the context of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. “It highlights not only the artistic creations of individuals with diverse abilities and provides opportunities for them but also fosters collaboration, friendship, social solidarity, and a sense of responsibility through artwork created by non-disabled individuals,” said the Minister. 

Chancellor of NAFA, Narad Mani Hartamchhali, said that the programme was organised as a campaign for social transformation. He opined that art is a medium that encompasses all sectors and disciplines of society as a form of humanity. 

During the ceremony, Chogyal Rinpoche (Karma Punchok Lama) was presented with a certificate of appreciation. He remarked that art could be regarded both as art therapy and creation.

The exhibition features artworks by Narad Mani Hartamchhali, KK Karmacharya, Kiran Manandhar, Palsangmo Lama, Pradeep Adhikari, Sauraganga Darshandhari, Dineshwor Mahato, Sanjay Bantawa Rai, Aruna Hingmang, Ramesh Nath Khanal, Bhuwan Thapa, Dhan Bahadur Yakha, Keshav Raj Khanal, Akkal Bahadur Tamang, Angela Joshi, Arjun Tamang, Bal Bahadur Sarki, Bhim Subba Tamang, Bhoj Bahadur Tamang, Vibhushan Tamrakar, Binod Lamgade, Bipana Maharjan, Bishal Dahal, Buddhi Man Tamang, Dawa Sangmo Sherpa, Dhanmaya Budha Magar, Divesh Man Pradhan, Dipendra Man Banepali, Ganesh Chaudhary Dagoura, Gaurav Ratna Bajracharya Tuladhar, Hira Tamang, Jay Bahadur Karki, Kiran Siggu, Kishor Nakarmi and others. 

A total of over 60 artworks made by 51 artists have been on display at the Araniko Gallery in NAFA.  The exhibition will run until December 20.