Sparsh begins in Gallery Nine

Kathmandu/ An art exhibition 'Sparsh' by Bhim Prasad Sharma was inaugurated by Ragini Upadhyay Grela on Wednesday at Gallery Nine, Lazimpat. The exhibition was organized by the Gallery Nine and Sahamati, an institution for equitable development. In the opening session, Ragini Upadhayay as Chief Guest said that Bhim Prasad Sharma's paintings expressed the color of the life of his village, Gaindakot, where he lives.

Speaking in the function, litterateur Govinda Raj Binodi said that Mr. Sharma's paintings expressed the social issues that range from caste discrimination to conflict.

Mr. Sharma recalled his memoirs when he started painting, and describes briefly on what his paintings intend to express. Sparsh is the third solo painting exhibition by Mr. Sharma. Prior to this, his painting exhibition was held in Canada.

Poet Biplav Prateek, on behalf of Gallery Nine coordinated the exhibition. The exhibition will be held during 13 - 20 September at Gallery Nine.