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Prabina Shah, Founder and CEO of ArtSpace Pvt. Ltd.

Discover how visionary entrepreneur Prabina Shah founded ArtSpace in Chitwan, Nepal, creating a thriving creative ecosystem that provides direct and indirect employment while transforming art education and social impact.

Born from a passion for art and a belief in the power of creativity, Prabina Shah founded ArtSpace in 2021 during the challenging days of the pandemic. What began as a personal journey of healing and self-discovery gradually transformed into a creative platform that inspires people to explore, express, and empower themselves through art.

An educator and entrepreneur by profession and an artist at heart, Prabina holds an MBA with a strong academic background. She believes that art is much more than creating beautiful things; it is a powerful tool for learning, inclusion, confidence, and social transformation. Through ArtSpace, she is building opportunities for children, emerging artists, and creative communities while making art education more accessible and meaningful in Bharatpur, Chitwan, Nepal.

Her dedication and innovative business model have successfully established a vibrant art ecosystem in Bharatpur, Chitwan, proving that the creative sector can be a strong, sustainable enterprise. Recognized for her impactful work, she also received financial support from the University Grants Commission under the Entrepreneurial Support Program funded by the World Bank. Today, ArtSpace proudly provides direct employment to more than 10 young minds and creates indirect opportunities for over 100 others.

With a vision to transform creative learning in Nepal, Prabina continues to bridge art, education, culture, and entrepreneurship, making creativity accessible to everyone, one canvas at a time.

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