Gallerria is led by its founder, Arun Chitrakar, whose work as an artist spans from his childhood. His perspective is shaped by both his own practice and a lifelong proximity to art. He comes from a traditional artistic family in Nepal. The name “Chitrakar” translates to artist. It is also a family name carried across generations. His grandfather, the late Mr. Kancha Chitrakar of Madhyapur Thimi, belonged to a lineage where art was both discipline and inheritance. That influence continues to inform how Gallerria is shaped. Arun’s grandfather owned a traditional mask shop in Old Thimi, Bhaktapur, which operated for many years from his home as a mask-making workshop. It became a well-known destination for visitors traveling between Bhaktapur and Kathmandu, attracting royal families and heads of state from around the world. Arun grew up closely observing this legacy throughout his life. Over time, he transformed the traditional mask shop into a contemporary art gallery, continuing the family’s artistic heritage in a new and evolving form. Over the years, Arun’s involvement in the art community brought him into close conversation with other artists. A pattern became clear. Many, especially those working in traditional forms, struggled to present their work beyond local circles. Opportunities were limited, and in some cases, artists were forced to step away from their practice altogether. Gallerria was built in response to that reality. A platform where artists can present their work without unnecessary barriers, and where the terms remain clear and fair. It is designed to support a wide range of mediums, with a process that is straightforward for artists and accessible for collectors. The platform continues to evolve with input from the artists themselves. “At its heart, this venture is about fairness, transparency, and celebrating creativity in all its forms,” Arun says. “I wanted to build something that artists would be proud to be part of, and that buyers could trust.”