I am Shanta Shakya

I work in the field of traditional Buddhist art and am based in Patan, Lalitpur — the City of Arts.
 
Shanta hält eine stehende Kupferfigur in der Hand. Die Robe der Figur ist mit Filigran Ornamenten geschmückt.

My work engages with inherited forms of Buddhist iconography and a craft practice passed down through generations.

My skills developed working alongside my father, Purna Bahadur Shakya, and encompass filigree technique as well as working with copper, silver, and coloured stones.

Each piece is made through focused handwork.
Anouk Tamrakar im Gespräch mit Shanta. Foto: Ayla Maagdenberg

Artist's knowledge

In my workshop, I explain how the small statues are made.