Mukesh Shrestha did his Master’s in Fine Arts from Banaras Hindu University, Varanashi, India. He is a recipient of Gold Medal for his excellent performance in MFA in India (2008 A.D.). Amongst many, one of his major themes is the aftermath of the distorted socio-political situations. He focuses on the emotions and sentiments originated from such circumstances. He tries to depict the transient nature of human beings, and simultaneously attempts to manifest his creativity in multiple forms. The human forms that are molten and twisted on his canvas suggest their ephemeral nature. Besides, he depicts spiritual thoughts of the Buddha, and creates a visual treat by mixing traditional style with the contemporary creating and exotic fusion. The artist chooses Buddhist elements as healing components. Inspired by Paubha painting, he wants to preserve the essence of this traditional art. He has held six solo exhibitions and has participated in numerous art shows in Nepal and abroad. He is a recipient of First Prize at National Exhibition organized by Nepal Academy of Fine Arts. Currently he is lecturer at the Central Department of Fine Arts, he is also Head of Department of Painting at Sirjana College of Fine Arts.