Kathmandu, July 24 -- The Kala Salon has announced 'Dialogue And Perception (Sambad ra Dristikon)', a solo exhibit of abstract paintings by Nepali artist and educator Sagar Manandhar. The exhibition will be on view until August 8.

Featuring a body of luminous, large-scale canvases, the exhibition marks a new chapter in Manandhar's decades-long exploration of abstraction.

"The rhythm, the vibes, and the surroundings are never accidental. They are the first observation of every work I create. For me, a new creative approach doesn't only begin with an idea, but with a felt surrounding: the subtle hum of materials waiting to be perceived," says Manandhar.

Curator Sophia L Pande notes that Manandhar's evolution within a single, instantly re...