Sanjaya Bandara Senavirathna, born in May 1977 in Kadugannawa, Kandy, Sri Lanka, is an accomplished artist with a passion for creating evocative and thought -provoking works of art. He honed his artistic skills and earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in painting from the University of Visual and Performing Art in Colombo 07, Sri Lanka, in 2008
Throughout his career, Sanjaya has exhibited his art in numerous solo and group exhibitions, showcasing his talent and unique perspective. His solo exhibitions, including "Love without culture" in 2022 and "Existence of love" in 2020 at Paradise Road Gallery in Colombo, Sri Lanka, have drawn acclaim for their emotional depth and creativity. Sanjaya's art explores the intricacies of love and its multifaceted nature, touching the hearts of those who experience his work.
Sanjaya has also been an active participant in various group art exhibitions, both nationally and internationally. His art has been displayed in prestigious venues such as the Sri Lankan Art Galleries, the Industrial Fine Art University in Hanoi, Vietnam, and the Galeri Seni Mutiara in Malaysia, among many others .
In addition to his exhibitions, Sanjaya Bandara Senavirathna has contributed to the global art scene through workshops, events, and artist camps. He's engaged in artistic initiatives that address social issues and promote artistic expression. His dedication to his Art and his commitment to making a positive impact on the world through art are truly commendable
Education
2008 BFA (painting), University, of Visual and Performing art Colombo 07, Sri Lanka
Solo Art Exhibitions
2022 ‘love without culture’ Visual Art Exhibition, Paradise Road Gallery, Colombo, Sri Lanka
2020 ‘Existence of love’ Visual Art Exhibition, Paradise Road Gallery, Colombo, Sri Lanka
2018 ‘The nature of love’ Visual Art Exhibition, Paradise Road Gallery, Colombo, Sri Lanka
2017 ‘Pursuit of love’ Visual Art Exhibition, Paradise Road Gallery, Colombo, Sri Lanka
2016 ‘love laundering’ Visual Art Exhibition, Paradise Road Gallery, Colombo, Sri Lanka
2013 ‘love Puzzle” Visual Art Exhibition, Paradise Road Gallery, Colombo, Sri Lanka
2011 ‘The shape of love’ Visual Art Exhibition, Paradise Road Gallery, Colombo, Sri Lanka
2009 ‘peak of love’ Visual Art Exhibition, hotel club villa Gallery, Bentota, Sri Lanka
2008 ‘happy mood’ Visual Art Exhibition, Paradise Road Gallery, Colombo, Sri Lanka
2007 ‘Beauty of love’ Visual Art Exhibition, Paradise Road Gallery, Colombo, Sri Lanka
2006 ‘The Gate’ Visual Art Exhibition, Lionel Wendt Art Gallery, Colombo7, Sri Lanka
Group Art Exhibitions
2024 “Setu” International Art Exhibition at kala Srot art Gallery Lucknow, India.
2023 Chiang Mai Art Connecting 2 at La Luna gallery Chiang Mai in Thailand.
2023 The 5th Ansan International Art Show in Korea.
2023 25 Artist Celebrating 25 year the gallery cafe, Visual Art Exhibition, Paradise Road Gallery, Colombo, Sri Lanka.
2023 Part ll Exhibition at Gallery Sasu ,Korea
2020 3 Andaman International Art Exhibition at Krabi in Thailand.
2020 “Unseting Time(s)” at the Galle Art Gallery, Galle, Sri Lanka.
2019 Hanoi Art Connecting 4 International Art Exhibition’ at Industrial Fine Art University, Hanoi, Vietnam.
2019 “STATE ART FESTIVAL” Visual Art Exhibition at JDA Perera Gallery, Colombo 07.
2019 “Fusion 5” Sasaran International Art exhibition 2019,at Galeri Seni Mutiara,Pinag,Malayasia.
2019 “Shades of Black and White” Visual Art Exhibition at JDA Prera Gallery, Colombo 07
2018 “TAKHMAN 28 ART FESTIVAL and Art Exhibition” Udayapur ,India.
2018 “STATE ART FESTIVAL” Visual Art Exhibition at JDA Prera Gallery, Colombo 07.
2017 “Untitled” Visual Art Exhibition, Walauwa, Ethul kotte , Sri Lanka
2017 “Art at the Fes” Visual Art Exhibition. organized by Leo Burnett Solutions at Galle 2017
“STATE ART FESTIVAL” Visual Art Exhibition at JDA Prera Gallery, Colombo 07.
2017 “SILENT AUCTION” organized by Saskia Fernando gallery, Colombo 07
2017 “IVAE” Visual Art Exhibition. organized by university of visual arts at JDA Prera Gallery, Colombo 07
2016 ‘Strokes at the Mews” Visual Art Exhibition. Organized by Leo Burnett at the Park Street Mews, Colombo.
2016 “COLLECTIVE IDENTITY” Visual Art Exhibition at Jayasooriya Centre, Sri Lanka 2016
“Untitled” Visual Art Exhibition and discussion University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka 2016
“Untitled” Visual Art Exhibition, JDA Prera Gallery, Colombo 7, Sri Lanka.
2016 “Untitled” Visual Art Exhibition, Barefoot, Colombo 4, Sri Lanka.
2015 “Untitled” Visual Art Exhibition, Lionel Wendt Art Gallery, Colombo7, Sri Lanka 2015 “Sri Lankan art” Visual
Art Exhibition. Organized by George Keyt Foundation JDA Prera Gallery, Colombo 07. 2014 Visual Art
Exhibition, Park gallery Nepal.
2013 “Beauty and Agony” Visual Art Exhibition. at Leeds Metropolitan University, United Kingdom.
2013 “Sri Lankan Art” Visual Art Exhibition. organized by George Keyt Foundation JDA Prera Gallery, Colombo 07. 2013
“ART AUCTION” organized by George Keyt Foundation National Art Gallery, Colombo, Sri Lanka
2012 “Sri Lankan Art” Visual Art Exhibition. organized by George Keyt Foundation JDA Prera Gallery, Colombo 07. 2011
“Leo Art” artists-in-residence programmer Leo Burnett, Colombo 03
2011 “Nawa Kalakaruwo” Art Exhibition. organized by George Keyt Foundation National Art Gallery, Colombo, Sri Lanka.
2010 “Leo Art” artists-in-residence programmer Leo Burnett Solutions Inc, Colombo 03,Sri Lanka
2010 “Best of Sri Lanka” Visual Art Exhibition, Stockholm, Sweden. Organized by Mr. Leif I Ohlson
2010 “Sri Lankan Art” Art Exhibition organized by George Keyt Foundation National Art Gallery, Colombo, Sri Lanka. 2009
“Leo Art” artists-in-residence programmer Leo Burnett Solutions Inc, Colombo 03,Sri Lanka.
2009 “Art Banal” Visual Art Exhibition at park street hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka.
2008 “Leo Art” artists-in-residence programmer Leo Burnett Solutions Inc, Colombo 03,Sri Lanka.
2008 “Expression of Independence” Visual Art Exhibition, organized by Mona Bismarck Foundation, New York, 75116 Paris
2008 “Nawa Kalakaruwo” Art Exhibition. organized by George Keyt Foundation National Art Gallery, Colombo, Sri Lanka.
2007 “Sri Lankan Contemporaries” Visual Art Exhibition. The Noble Sage Art Gallery, Landon, U.K.
2007 “11th The Annual International Art Festival and Art Exhibition” Ujjain, India.
2007 “Sri Lankan Art” Visual Art Exhibition. organized by George Keyt Foundation National Art Gallery, Colombo, Sri Lanka.
2007 “ZERO” Visual Art Exhibition, Lionel Wendt Art Gallery, Colombo7, Sri Lanka.
2007 “Nawa Kalakaruwo” Art Exhibition organized by George Keyt Foundation National Art Gallery, Colombo, Sri Lanka.
2006 “Nawa Kalakaruwo” Art Exhibition organized by George Keyt Foundation National Art Gallery, Colombo, Sri Lanka.
2006 “Young Contemporaries”Art Exhibition organized by George Keyt Foundation National Art Gallery, Colombo, Sri Lanka.
2005 “Tsunami Art Exhibition” at University of Visual and Performing art Colombo 07, Sri Lanka
Workshops, Event & Artist Camps
2023 Chiang Mai Art Connecting 2 International art workshop Chiang Mai in Thailand
2020 “3 Andaman International art workshop at Krabi in Thailand.
2019 ‘Hanoi Art Connecting 4 International Art Workshop ‘at Industrial Fine Art University, Hanoi, Vietnam.
2018 “TAKHMAN 28 ART FESTIVAL and Art Workshop ” Udayapur ,India.
2016 painting for “Blood Ivory” destruction event at Galle Face Green,Sri Lanka.
2014 “social canvas ” public space art initiative organize by British Council Colombo ,Sri Lanka.
2011 Art Camp for religious tolerance National Activity organizes by CPBR at Anuradapura.Sri Lanka.
2009 Love, instead of War "A painting session and art show At Fort Railway Station, Colombo,Sri lanaka. 2007
11th Annual International Art Camp, Ujjain, India
2006 Workshop on Reading Contemporary Sri Lankan Visual Art, Goethe Institute, Colombo7, Sri Lanka. 2005
Traditional Art Workshop, Faculty of Visual Art, Colombo7, Sri Lanka.
Awards and scholarship
2006 Young Artist of the Year, Young Contemporaries Exhibition Presented by the George Keyt Foundation.
2004 “ ECB Vijesinha memorial scholarship” for the high marks for A/L 1997 presented by university of VP A
1995 All Island art competition 2nd place in central province.
"Love Without Culture" is an abstract art project that challenges the conventional notions of culture and explores the essence of love as a universal and transcendent human experience. Through this project, the artist aims to break down barriers, stereotypes, and divisions created by cultural differences, emphasizing the power of love to bridge gaps and foster understanding.
The project delves into the idea that love exists beyond the boundaries of culture, nationality, and societal norms. It seeks to unravel the concept of love from its cultural context, stripping away external influences and preconceived notions. By focusing on the pure and unadulterated nature of love, the artist invites viewers to reflect on the fundamental emotions and connections that unite humanity.
Through abstract visual expressions, the artist explores the themes of love, connection, and unity. The absence of cultural symbols or references in the artworks creates a space where love can be experienced and understood without the constraints of cultural expectations. The use of color, form, texture, and composition evokes emotions and invites viewers to contemplate their own personal experiences of love, free from cultural biases.
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