It takes dedication, effort, patience, and more to become a master artist. Without these traits, it is impossible to achieve mastery in art.
The art exhibition ‘Sirjana 2025: A Celebration of Creative Vision’, which kicked off on May 7 at the Nepal Art Council, showcases artworks by 15 master artists who are faculty members of Sirjana College of Fine Arts.
This annual exhibition features a diverse range of artworks that reflect each artist’s unique creative vision, spanning from traditional paintings to bold explorations in modern and abstract art, as well as sculptures and prints.
Speaking about the exhibition, Bal Krishna Ranjit, Principal of Sirjana College of Fine Arts, shares, “The Sirjana Show serves as both a celebration of artistic excellence and a space for inspiration, encouraging dialogue between art and its audience.”
Visitors can explore the stories and emotions embedded within each piece by artists—Radheshyam Mulmi, Sharada Man Shrestha, Sharad Ranjit, Gautam Manandhar, Navindra Man Rajbhandari, Sunil Ranjit, Gangadhar Sharoo, Samjhana Rajbhandari, Chandra Shayam Dangol, Saurganga Darshandhari, Krishna Gopal Shrestha, Mukesh Shrestha, Kuldip Jung Bahadur Gurung, Bijaya Maharjan, and Sugat Shakya.
Inside the Sirjana Show
The exhibition is spread across the first floor of the gallery. As you enter, large abstract works greet you. Sunil Ranjit’s ‘Color Contemplation’ series features soft, light hues—pinks, whites, reds, blues, greens, and more—splashed across the canvas as though the colors are dancing in harmony. His curved, flowing lines add to the sense of motion.
Navindra Man Rajbhandari’s painting ‘Sarve Bhavantu Sukhina…’ (May All Be Happy) draws the viewer in with its spiral pattern and vibrant use of yellow, black, green, and white.
Meanwhile, Sharad Ranjit’s ‘Dancing Colors’ evokes pure joy, as though the act of dancing itself is being expressed through vivid, unrestrained splashes of color. Compared to the more calculated and composed works of Sunil and Navindra, Sharad’s paintings feel vibrant and unapologetically expressive.
In contrast, Bijaya Maharjan’s abstract series ‘The Vestiges’ offers a quieter, introspective tone. His textures and muted colors convey serenity and reflection, yet there’s an intangible undercurrent of bittersweet emotion.
“The Vestiges series reflects my interest in remnants of the past—traces that endure and continue to shape how we see the world today. Through a dynamic mix of hues, textures, and forms, each painting explores these visual leftovers,” says Maharjan, “The abstractions are a conversation between past and present, with each brushstroke and layer of color telling a story of continuity, not just remnants of what once was.”
The exhibition also explores emotions, culture, religion, tradition, and socio-political themes.
Artist Samjhana Rajbhandari presents her work through printmaking. “Traditional Nepali doors are renowned for their intricate wooden carvings, often featuring symbols and imagery representing Hindu and Buddhist deities,” she says, “My work highlights these elements—symbols from Nepali stories, nature, and everyday life.”
To witness the rhythm of life through the eyes of master artists, visit the exhibition, which runs until May 13.
