Rajendra KC
Rajendra KC is a contemporary realist painter specializing in watercolor, known for his mastery of transparency and expressive brush patchwork. Inspired by nature, he captures fleeting moments in vibrant plein air paintings, bringing depth and movement to his compositions. Originally from Nepal, Rajendra honed his skills through self-study and has exhibited internationally. His work is held in private collections across multiple countries. Recent accolades include First Place at the Floyd Plein Air Biennial 2024 and awards at prestigious plein air festivals, solidifying his reputation as a distinguished artist in the field.
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Biography
Rajendra KC was born in Lalitpur Kathmandu, Nepal. As a child, he studied basic painting courses at the Sirjana Contemporary Art Gallery in Kathmandu, Nepal. After, he self-studied developing his own unique watercolor techniques and style. His talent for painting became apparent when he was in seventh grade, and since then painting has become his lifelong passion. Rajendra grew up in the capital city of Nepal, Dhobi ghat, Kathmandu, where he lived for 35 years before coming to the United States. He worked during the week for the government in Nepal, and on the weekends he would travel to different parts of the country where he enjoyed painting from nature and capturing the local landscape. Rajendra moved to the United States with his family and now lives in Falls Church, Virginia where he keeps a studio. He is an active member of the Falls Church Art, Inc. (FCA where he conducts classes as a painting instructor. In season, he also paints every Saturday morning at the Farmer’s Market in Falls Church. Rajendra is primarily a watercolor plein air artist, but he also likes working in oil and acrylics. His paintings are in many private collections in Nepal, United States, Canada, India, China, and several European countries. He was rewarded and honored as the best artist in many art competitions and has achieved many awards.
Website: kcfineart.net
Awards:
Floyd Plein Air Biennial 2024: First Place Award
Suffolk Plein Air Festival 2024: Main Event: Third Place Award
Gloucester Art Festival, VA 2024: “Best Use of Light” Award
9th Annual EnPleinAirTexas International Juried Competition 2022: Best New Artist To EnPleinAirTexas
The Falls Church Arts: Breyer Auto Group Plein Air 2022:First Place Award
Artist Statement
Rajendra KC’s work is defined by contemporary realism, transparency, and expressive brush patchwork, capturing the essence of nature with a distinctive watercolor technique. His inspiration comes from the ever-changing landscapes he observes while painting en plein air, allowing him to translate fleeting moments onto paper with depth and vibrancy. Rajendra’s passion for watercolor has led to international recognition, with his paintings held in private collections worldwide. Recently, he was honored with the First Place Award at the Floyd Plein Air Biennial 2024, further solidifying his reputation as a master of the medium.