About Us
GALARIE NIFA is a professional art gallery founded by Renu Khera, an educator, curator,and collector with over two decades of experience in the field of art. An extension of the National Institute of Fine Arts (NIFA Academy), the gallery reflects her vision of creating a dedicated platform that bridges art education with the professional art world. At GALARIE NIFA, we showcase the richness of Indian Modern Masters and senior contemporary voices, while also offering space to emerging visionary artists whose works represent the future of contemporary practice. The gallery’s foundation lies in Renu Khera’s curatorial expertise, her long-standing passion for collecting from reputed galleries and auction houses, and her commitment to nurturing talent at every stage. Our exhibitions bring together carefully selected works from Renu Khera’s collection along with thoughtfully curated shows that span cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, and Dubai, and international stages including World Art Dubai and the India Art Festival. With GALARIE NIFA, we aim to create not just an exhibition space, but a cultural dialogue—where tradition meets innovation, and where artists, collectors, and audiences find a trusted platform to engage deeply with art..
Why Galarie Nifa
- Curated exhibitions showcasing innovative works by diverse artists.
- Opportunities for emerging artists to gain visibility alongside established names.
- A supportive community led by Renu Khera, renowned for her mentorship and curatorial vision.
Our Mission
To foster a thriving art ecosystem by providing a platform for emerging and senior contemporary artists to exhibit, collaborate, and inspire. We aim to advance art for a more human world through curated exhibitions and community engagement.
Our Artwork
We understand that everyone has different tastes and preferences, which is why our collection includes a diverse array of posters, such as vintage posters, abstract and modern posters, art prints, motivational posters, and more. Our posters are printed on premium, durable paper with fade-resistant inks to ensure they maintain their vibrancy and visual appeal for years to come.
Meet The Director
Renu Khera is an art educator, curator, and collector based in New Delhi, with over two decades of active involvement in art education, curation, and practice. She is the Founder and Director of the National Institute of Fine Arts (NIFA) and Galerie NIFA, both established with a focus on artistic integrity, learning, and long-term engagement with art.
Founded in 2005, NIFA has grown as a space for structured art education, emphasizing strong fundamentals, studio discipline, and thoughtful exposure to artistic processes. Through teaching, workshops, and exhibitions, the institute has contributed consistently to the development of young artists within Delhi’s art-education ecosystem.
Building upon this educational foundation, Galerie NIFA was conceived as a curated platform for authentic and original artworks, with a particular focus on senior contemporary artists alongside select emerging voices. Renu Khera’s curatorial approach is measured and reflective, privileging depth, continuity, and dialogue over commercial trends.
Over the years, she has curated and presented exhibitions across respected cultural platforms in India and abroad, including shows such as Soulmate at Bikaner House, New Delhi, as well as exhibitions at Visual Arts Gallery, India Habitat Centre, and at venues in Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Dubai. These presentations reflect a consistent engagement with thoughtful exhibition-making and sensitive curatorial narratives.
Alongside her curatorial and educational work, Renu Khera maintains a private collection of modern and contemporary Indian art, developed through years of study and close engagement with artists and their practices. For first-time buyers, she offers considered guidance focused on authenticity, provenance, and long-term value, rather than short-term trends.
Through her ongoing work at NIFA and Galerie NIFA, she continues to support artists, mentor students, and engage collectors with clarity and care approaching art not as an assertion of status, but as a sustained practice of learning and dialogue
MEET THE DIRECTOR
Renu Khera is a distinguished art curator, collector, educator, and visionary entrepreneur, best known as the Founder and Director of the National Institute of Fine Arts (NIFA) and Galerie NIFA, both pioneering institutions that have transformed India’s contemporary art and art-education landscape. With a career dedicated to nurturing creativity, she has built a bridge between traditional artistic values and modern creative practices. Through NIFA, established in 2005, she has empowered thousands of young artists by offering structured art education, skill development, and professional exposure through exhibitions, workshops, and interactive art programs.
Expanding her vision beyond education, Renu Khera founded Galerie NIFA, a premier art space in New Delhi that provides a platform for both emerging and established artists. As a curator, she has organized and directed several acclaimed exhibitions, most notably “Soulmate – A Personal Odyssey Through Indian Art” held at LTC Bikaner House, New Delhi, in September 2025. This prestigious show featured legendary masters such as M.F. Husain, S.H. Raza, Ram Kumar, B. Prabha, Krishen Khanna, Manu Parekh, Shanti Dave, and A. Ramachandran, alongside renowned contemporary and tribal artists like G.R. Iranna and Balu Jivya Mashe. Her curatorial approach reflects her deep belief that art is not merely an aesthetic pursuit but a spiritual journey—a “soulmate” that mirrors human emotion, thought, and evolution
In addition to her curatorial practice, Renu Khera is also a prominent art collector, possessing one of the most remarkable private collections of modern Indian masters. Her collection includes rare and original works by M.F. Husain, S.H. Raza, Ram Kumar, Krishen Khanna, Manu Parekh, Shanti Dave, and many other iconic figures of Indian modernism. Her personal archive reflects her refined aesthetic sensibility and unwavering commitment to preserving India’s rich artistic heritage.
As the Director of NIFAEDUTECH Pvt. Ltd., she continues to innovate in art education by blending traditional studio-based learning with modern digital tools, ensuring that art remains both accessible and progressive. Through her dual roles as an educator and collector, Renu Khera has become a central figure in India’s art ecosystem—mentoring young talent, promoting cross-cultural dialogue, and creating spaces where creativity, scholarship, and passion converge. Her contributions to art and education have made her a true torchbearer of contemporary Indian art, inspiring countless students, collectors, and art lovers to see art not just as a profession, but as a lifelong journey of discovery and expression
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