About Artist
Sunil Kumar is a Bangladesh-based contemporary visual artist working across painting, drawing, oil, acrylic, watercolor, charcoal, and mixed media. With over three decades of experience, his practice focuses on figurative and narrative-driven art that explores emotion, memory, human presence, and evolving cultural identity.
Rooted in expressive mark-making and layered visual language, Kumar creates emotionally charged compositions that balance structure with spontaneity. His works evoke psychological depth, quiet introspection, and a timeless sense of human connection, positioning his practice within contemporary figurative expressionism.
In his recent body of work, Kumar examines the gradual transformation of human beings into increasingly mechanical entities. Through a distinctive visual language, he reflects on the growing influence of technology on everyday life and the subtle erosion of emotional sensitivity and human depth.
He holds a Master of Fine Art in Drawing and Painting and has developed a practice that bridges academic discipline with experimental exploration. His works are included in the collection of the Bangladesh National Museum and in private collections across Bangladesh, the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and India.
Sunil Kumar’s work is sought by collectors interested in emotionally resonant, narrative-rich contemporary art. His paintings create meaningful visual experiences that enhance contemporary living spaces while engaging deeply with the complexities of human existence.
Studio:
1C/5, Property Enclave, 4th floor, 54 new eskaton, Dhaka 1000, Bangladesh.
Contact Details:
I live and work in Dhaka, Bangladesh..
Cell: +8801681276988,
Email: sunilmfa@gmail.com
Website: artistsunil.com
Date of Birth:
15th September, 1969, (Madaripur, Bangladesh)
Education:
MFA : 1998, Faculty of Fine Arts, University of Dhaka, Bangladesh
BFA : 1994, Govt. Chittagong Art College, University of Chittagong.
HSC : 1986, Dhaka Board.
SSC : 1984, Dhaka Board.
Present Position:
Freelance Visual Artist.
Visiting Faculty (Teacher-Drawing & painting),
North South University.
Director,
CANVAS Art Academy.
CANVAS Art Space.
Art and Cultural Activities:
Solo Exhibitions
2025 : 4th Solo Art Exhibition organized by Indira Gandhi Cultural Centre, High Commission of India, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
2025 : 3rd Solo Art Exhibition organized by SHILPANGON at Gallery BHUMI, 6/4, Lalmatia, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
2015 : 2nd Solo Art Exhibition at Nordic Club, Gulshan-2, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
2008 : 1st Solo Art Exhibition at La Galerie, Alliance Françoise de Dacca. Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Group Exhibitions:
2025 : ‘ORIGIN OF VISION’, a group Art Exhibition featuring 47 renowned and emerging artists from Bangladesh and around the world. Organized by the Embassy of Japan, Dhaka & HerNet Fine Arts.
2025 : A Group Art Exhibition at Inter Continental Dhaka. Organized by HerNet Fine Arts
2024 : ‘National Art Exhibition 2024’ on The Role of Bangladesh Police in The War of Liberation 1971. Organized by Liberation War Museum of Bangladesh Police.
2023 : An Art Exhibition named ‘Development in Art’ at National Art Gallery. Organized by Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, Bangladesh.
2023 : Special Portrait Exhibition by 77 selected artists, organized by Dhak City Corporation North, Dhaka.
2022 : An Art Exhibition titled ‘Rongtulite Dhaka University’ on the occasion Centenary Celebration of Dhaka University, Organized by Alumni Association of Dhaka University.
2020 : A special exhibition of paintings by 100 selected artists on the occasion of” Mujib 100”. Organized by Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, Bangladesh.
2020 : ‘ART Against CORONA’ an Art Exhibition, organized by Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, Dhaka, Bangladesh
2019 : 23th National Art Exhibition, organized by Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
2018 : Group Art Exhibition named “Bangabandhu- Mrityunjoyee Mohanayok”, organized by Bangladesh National Museum.
2018 : Group Art Exhibition named ‘Bangabandhu and Bangladesh’, organized by Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
2018 : Group art exhibition (National), Organized Mrinal Creative Arts Gallery, Dhaka,Bangladesh.
2017 : Group art exhibition named ‘Green Dhaka’ (National), Jointly organized by Dhaka City Corporation and Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
2015 : 21th National Art Exhibition, organized by Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
2014 : A Seven Days Group Art Exhibition by 15 contemporary artists from Bangladesh and India at Zainul Art Gallery University of Dhaka, Bangladesh.
2011 : 19th National Art Exhibition, organized by Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
2010 : ‘REFLECTION OF TIME’, a group art exhibition of five young artists at Chittagong, Bangladesh. Organized by ‘The Artist’ Dhaka, Bangladesh.
2009 : 18th National Art Exhibition, organized by Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
2008 : `Group Young Artist of India and Bangladesh, at Chitramayee State Gallery of Fine Arts, Hyderabad, India
2008 : International Art Exhibition, at Kolkata in India, organized by Indian National Forum of Art and Culture in India.
2008 : Group Artist’s Exhibition, organized by Chobir Hat, Facebook, Bangladesh.
2008 : Group Artist’s Exhibition, organized by National Mourning Day Observance Council.
2007 : Group Artist’s Exhibition, Organized by Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy and Chattagram Charushilpi Porshod, Dhaka, at National Art Gallery, Dhaka.
2006 : 12th BIENNIAL ASIAN ARTS EXHIBITION-2005 organized by Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
2005 : GROUP ART EXHIBITION, organized by Charushilpi Porshod, Dhaka, at the National Museum, Dhaka.
1999 : A National Art Exhibition organized by National Mourning Day Observance Council with co-operation of the Ministery of Cultural Affairs and the National Museum, on the eve of “National Mourning Day.”
1998 : 12th NATIONAL YOUNG ARTIST’S EXHIBITION 1998, organized by Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
1994 : 10th NATIONAL YOUNG ARTIST’S EXHIBITION –1994”, organized by Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
1998 : Attended the Exhibition organized by Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy on the eve of “National Mourning Day.”
1991 : Exhibition for the help of Cyclone Victims, organized by Bangladesh Charushilpi Samiti at Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy.
1988 : Exhibition for the help of flood victim, at Chittagong, Bangladesh.
Major Workshop/Artist camp:
2025 : A special art Camp organized by Television channel ‘Channel i’ on the occasion of Independence Day of Bangladesh.
2024 : A Special Art Camp. Organize by Hernet Fine Art.
2024 : The art camp “Rong-Tulite Mukti Juddha” in commemoration of the historical March 7. organize by Channel i.
2023 : A 3-day long Art Camp. Organized by the Honorable Mayor of Dhaka North City Corporation with 77 talented artists of the country.
2023 : A Special Art Camp with the participation of national and prominent artists of Bangladesh on the occasion of Bengali New Year 1430 celebrations. Organized by Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy.
2022 : An Art Camp titled ‘Dhaka University in Color and Brush’. Organized by Alumni Association of Dhaka University.
2020 : An Artist camp of 100 selected artists on the occasion of” Mujib 100”. Organized by Bangla desh Shilpakala Academy, Bangladesh
2020 : An Art workshop with the participation of Bangladeshi eminent and promising artists named “ART AGAINST CORONA” organized by Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
2019 : Artist Camp named “Art for Autism 2019” at Faculty of Fine Arts, University of Dhaka, organized by Child Foundation, Bangladesh.
2018 : International Artist Camp named “PRAKRITI 2018” organized by Hajaribagh West Forest Division, Jharkhand, India.
2018 : Artist Camp named “Bangabandhu and Bangladesh”, organized by Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
2017 : Art Camp named ‘Green Dhaka in Artist’s eyes’ at Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy. Organized by Dhaka City Corporation (North).
2010 : Art Workshop at Chittagong, Bangladesh. Organized by ‘The Artist’ Dhaka, Bangladesh.
2009 : Art workshop camp organized by Chattagram Charushilpi Parshad Dhaka, Bangladesh
2007 : ‘Art workshop camp’ organized by Indian National Forum of Art and Culture, in India.
2007 : ‘Art workshop camp’ organized by Kolkata Victoria Memorial Hall & Bali Sadharon
Gronthagar.
1997 : Drawing Workshop organized by “Samaklin Chattagram 1995”
1995 : Attended Orientation course on “Art Appreciation and Art History” organized by Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy.
Awards:
1999 : Honorable Award (National), the National Exhibition organized by National Mourning Day Observance Council with the co-operation of The Ministry of Cultural Affairs and The National Museum.
1993 : “Zainul Abedin Memorial Award” for the best exhibitor for all media in the Annual Exhibition of Govt. Art College, University of Chittagong, Bangladesh.
1993 : Best award for drawing, the Annual Exhibition of Govt. Art College, Chittagong, Bangladesh.
1992 :“Qumrul Hassan Memorial Award” for the 2nd best exhibitor for all media in the Annual Exhibition of Govt. Art College, University of Chittagong, Bangladesh.
1991 :“Rashid Chowdhury Memorial Award” for the 2nd best exhibitor for all media in the Annual Exhibition of Govt. Art College, University of Chittagong, Bangladesh.
1989 :“Class Best Award” for all media in the Annual Exhibition of Govt. Art College, Chittagong, Bangladesh.
Collection
My Art Works are in collection with Bangladesh National Museum, National Art Gallery, many Private Office different Personals of our country in addition to many in U.S.A, England, India, Canada, Germany and etc.