My work engages with classical forms of Buddhist iconography and with a craft practice that has been passed down over generations.



My craft practice developed through working alongside my father, Purna Bahadur Shakya, and includes advanced filigree techniques as well as the working of copper, silver, and colored ornamental stones.

My statues are shaped by focused handcraft, a high level of material density, and formal clarity. On this foundation, I make deliberate artistic decisions. Material tension and carefully placed breaks are integral to my work.

I combine disciplined craftsmanship with artistic openness, allowing each piece to develop a sense of presence, calm, and expressive strength.