Graduate in BFA Studio Art from Kathmandu University who works across contemporary digital techniques and traditional art formats. Known for a strong commitment to detail, originality, and expressive storytelling through art.

NILAM BHURTEL

Graduate in BFA Studio Art from Kathmandu University who works across contemporary digital techniques and traditional art formats. Known for a strong commitment to detail, originality, and expressive storytelling through art.

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Graduate in BFA Studio Art from Kathmandu University who works across contemporary digital techniques and traditional art formats. Known for a strong commitment to detail, originality, and expressive storytelling through art.

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Experience Level

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Work Experience

Digital Illustrator at Light & Shade Studio, Pulchowk, Kathmandu
January 1, 2022 - Present
Ongoing role as a digital illustrator involving creation of illustrations using digital techniques since 2022.
Web Illustrator at Fiberknot, Lazimpat, Kathmandu
January 1, 2020 - August 17, 2025
Worked as a web illustrator creating digital illustrations for web content from 2019 to 2020.
Web Illustrator at Fiberknot, Lazimpat, Kathmandu
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Produced web-related illustration assets and digital visuals for use in online materials. Worked across styles while maintaining clarity and visual appeal for the web format.
In-house Illustrator at FinePrint, Bishalnagar, Kathmandu
January 1, 2018 - August 17, 2025
Worked as an in-house illustrator responsible for creating various illustration projects including digital and traditional media for the company between 2017 and 2018.
Illustrator at Botanical Illustrator (ongoing)
January 1, 2017 - Present
Creates botanical illustrations over time, contributing detailed nature-inspired visuals with careful attention to form, texture, and expressive composition.
In-house Illustrator at FinePrint Bishalnagar, Kathmandu
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018
Created illustration work in-house, supporting visual communication needs for the organization. Focused on producing detail-oriented artwork with consistent style and quality.
In-house Illustrator at FinePrint, Bishalnagar, Kathmandu
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Botanical Illustrator at Ramalaya Chundevi, Kathmandu
January 1, 2017 - Present
Provided specialized botanical illustration services ongoing since 2017, focusing on detailed and accurate plant illustrations.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Kathmandu University, School of Arts Centre for Art and Design
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017
High School at Nasa International College, Tinkune, Kathmandu
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2013
Secondary Education at Pragya Secondary Boarding School, Koteshwor, Kathmandu
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2011
BFA (Studio Art) at Kathmandu University, School of Arts Centre for Art and Design
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
BFA Final Year Exhibition at Park Art Fair / Park Gallery
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
BFA, Studio Art at Kathmandu University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017
BFA Final Year Exhibition at BFA Final Year Exhibition
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
High School at Nasa International College
June 1, 2013 - August 12, 2026

Qualifications

Prashanta Scholarship Award
January 1, 2018 - August 17, 2025
Exceptional Hire Award
January 1, 2022 - August 17, 2025
Top Performer Award
January 1, 2024 - August 17, 2025
Nepal-Germany 60th anniversary logo Design Award
January 1, 2018 - August 17, 2025
Prashanta Scholarship Award
January 1, 2014 - August 12, 2026
Exceptional Hire Award
January 1, 2018 - August 12, 2026
Light & Shade Studio - 2022 Nepal-Germany 60th anniversary logo Design Award
January 1, 2018 - August 12, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Other