Through bold, contemporary applications of paint, woodblock printing, collage, ceramic stucco, and mixed media, Manik fuses Indian iconography, colonial relics, and mythological motifs to explore civilization’s enduring relationships with power, ritual, desire, and transformation. Manik has become known for his dynamic compositions—where striking colors and intricate patterns collide to examine our animal instincts and reconnect modern life with the natural world.

Over the past decade, Manik’s work has been showcased in numerous solo and group exhibitions across Texas and California, including at The University of Texas and The Contemporary Museum Austin. His work has been recognized in publications like Oxford American, Cosmopolitan India, and New American Paintings. In 2023, he was the fourth artist commissioned to paint the facade of The Contemporary Austin—Jones Center, joining a legacy of renowned international artists: Deborah Roberts, Daniel Johnston, and Jenny Holzer.