Ngawang Phuntsho is an Assistant Professor in Creative Arts. He holds a Master of Education in Visual Arts Education and teaches Creative Arts, Project Approach and Visual Communication. His work connects artistic practice, Bhutanese cultural heritage and experiential learning.

He began his teaching career in 1995, teaching History and Geography under the Ministry of Education. He subsequently served for eight and a half years at the Institute of Zorig Chusum and worked with the People’s Project Bronze Casting Unit under His Majesty’s Secretariat. These experiences underpin his expertise in traditional arts and their integration into education.

His artistic and community contributions include assisting with the design and construction of more than 25 chortens across Bhutan, developing school logos and painting sacred thongdrols. His work includes contributions at Drak Karpo in Paro and sites in Trashiyangtse. At the college, he coordinates the Art Club, supports the creation of spiritually enriching campus environments and is working to revive traditional methods of extracting mineral pigments from the earth.