Manjula’s work considers the contrast between the red oxide facade of the Government museum (colonial architecture) and the stonewall which acts as a stoppage between the two buildings. His intention here is to connect the two divisions of the landscape through terracotta pots and the fabric that imitates the color of the building (as well as works as an “Indian cultural element”) above the water body. Metaphorically the reflection acts as a reminder of a colonial era in south Asian region. Red half circles floating side by side on the water acts as a rim of screen. This is to lead the viewer to follow the reflection of the building on the water.

His earlier works comprise of figurative paintings where layering evokes nostalgia of memories and a space of transience. His paintings also connect to elements of large billboards. His recent works were influenced by the visual properties of digital medium translated into three-dimensional works.