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Ashmina Ranjit is a renowned Nepali artist, activist, and educator based in Kathmandu. Born and educated in Nepal, she has become one of the country's leading figures in conceptual and performance art.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) from Nepal
Further studies in Australia and America through scholarships and fellowships
Artistic Career
Ranjit is known for her interdisciplinary approach, working across various mediums:
Painting
Sculpture
Performance art
Installations
Video
Sound
Her work often addresses:
Gender politics and women's issues
Social injustice
Environmental concerns
Nepali socio-political issues
Notable Works and Performances
"Bipad: the Death of the State" - a performance piece protesting unequal citizen rights for Nepali women
Public interventions during Nepal's civil war in the 1990s and early 2000s
Installations exploring menstrual discrimination and violence against women
Achievements and Recognition
Considered Nepal's leading figure in conceptual and performance art
Recognized as an emblematic voice in South Asian feminist art and activism
Her work has been exhibited internationally, including in South and Southeast Asia, Europe, and the USA
Professional Activities
Director and co-founder of LASANAA, a collaborative community arts center
Runs NexUs Culture Nepal, an art cafe and gallery
Conducts workshops and creates platforms for Nepali and international artists
Artistic Philosophy
Ranjit identifies as an "artivist," combining art and activism. She believes in art's potential to provoke dialogue on pressing social issues and uses her work to challenge cultural stereotypes and power structures.