Kathmandu, Aug. 8 -- Galleries and studios across Kathmandu are hosting international artist residencies, offering creators from around the world the time and space to immerse themselves in their practice, collaborate, and engage with Nepal's culture and tradition. In a world often divided by politics and global challenges, these residencies become more than retreats-they are acts of cultural and art diplomacy, forging connections that transcend borders and inviting the world to see Nepal not only as a destination, but as a living, breathing story told through art.

Rubab Batool and Konain Niaz, originally from Pakistan and now based in Moscow and Rochester respectively, have spent the past month in Kathmandu developing works that reflect...