Drawing since he was a child, Chathuranga does not favor a medium in particular. The range he has used and continues using includes water colours, oils, ink and more.

His formal training in art can be credited to the lessons he has received by the Ceylon Society of Arts conducted at the National Art Gallery. Participating in many art competitions, he has won several prizes, most notably for his intricate line drawings.

Chathuranga as an artist does not rely on external opinion but works until he’s satisfied with his own product.  This code of conduct also applies to his professional career as an illustrator at a leading advertising firm.

An introvert by nature, this passionate artist definitely uses Art as a mode of communication.

Can you give us a few details relating to your childhood and art?

Drawing is what I did always. People draw as a hobby, but to me it worked contrary. Math, science, etc were main subjects in school, but during those periods I used to draw. I actually don’t agree with the education system in this country.

Children should be encouraged to pursue their passion instead they are always coerced to target on being doctors, lawyers, accountants etc.

So what is art to you?

What is not art? Art everything, it’s everywhere, sometimes even in what we do. Anything and everything can become art.  Maybe this doesn’t apply for everyone, but that is how I see it. This is also why I don’t think there is something called good or bad art. Art… it’s everywhere and in everything.

Any particular experience/s that reflects in your work?

There isn’t a particular instance that is always constant in my work. Experiences I’ve had in my life in general, my perspective on life has always had an effect on anything I do. Be it line a drawing or a portrait.

For example a painting I did once called ‘Poverty’ was based on my view on the disparity between the rich and the poor and how people feign being rich because of their own egos.

What can you tell us about your series of line drawings titled Golden Old Mother?

Golden Old Mother is actually about our country. Mother means Sri Lanka.  I love my country the way a son loves their mother. In fact our country is a maternal figure to not only me but to every one of us.

The beauty and the diversity this country possesses is magnificent. As an upshot of this series I created a work called Golden Old Mothers Son, a common laborer, a man who is useful to his country. 

How important is medium to an artist?

To artists on the whole, I can’t really speak for. But to me medium is immaterial. I don’t have a favorite as such. I like all the mediums I have used. When I’m creating an art work, my main objective is expression. Expressing myself successfully is crucial to my creative process.

How would you describe yourself?

I can’t describe myself. I leave it to others.

Out of all your works what is your favorite piece?

Whatever I’m going to create tomorrow I suppose.

Meet Chathuranga and experience his work at ‘Passion’ – an Art exhibition organized by the Rotaract Club of Cinnamon Gardens on the 14^th – 15^th December 2013. 

Drawing since he was a child, Chathuranga does not favor a medium in particular. The range he has used and continues using includes water colours, oils, ink and more.

His formal training in art can be credited to the lessons he has received by the Ceylon Society of Arts conducted at the National Art Gallery. Participating in many art competitions, he has won several prizes, most notably for his intricate line drawings.

Chathuranga as an artist does not rely on external opinion but works until he’s satisfied with his own product.  This code of conduct also applies to his professional career as an illustrator at a leading advertising firm.

An introvert by nature, this passionate artist definitely uses Art as a mode of communication.

Can you give us a few details relating to your childhood and art?

Drawing is what I did always. People draw as a hobby, but to me it worked contrary. Math, science, etc were main subjects in school, but during those periods I used to draw. I actually don’t agree with the education system in this country.

Children should be encouraged to pursue their passion instead they are always coerced to target on being doctors, lawyers, accountants etc.

So what is art to you?

What is not art? Art everything, it’s everywhere, sometimes even in what we do. Anything and everything can become art.  Maybe this doesn’t apply for everyone, but that is how I see it. This is also why I don’t think there is something called good or bad art. Art… it’s everywhere and in everything.

Any particular experience/s that reflects in your work?

There isn’t a particular instance that is always constant in my work. Experiences I’ve had in my life in general, my perspective on life has always had an effect on anything I do. Be it line a drawing or a portrait.

For example a painting I did once called ‘Poverty’ was based on my view on the disparity between the rich and the poor and how people feign being rich because of their own egos.

What can you tell us about your series of line drawings titled Golden Old Mother?

Golden Old Mother is actually about our country. Mother means Sri Lanka.  I love my country the way a son loves their mother. In fact our country is a maternal figure to not only me but to every one of us.

The beauty and the diversity this country possesses is magnificent. As an upshot of this series I created a work called Golden Old Mothers Son, a common laborer, a man who is useful to his country. 

How important is medium to an artist?

To artists on the whole, I can’t really speak for. But to me medium is immaterial. I don’t have a favorite as such. I like all the mediums I have used. When I’m creating an art work, my main objective is expression. Expressing myself successfully is crucial to my creative process.

How would you describe yourself?

I can’t describe myself. I leave it to others.

Out of all your works what is your favorite piece?

Whatever I’m going to create tomorrow I suppose.

Meet Chathuranga and experience his work at ‘Passion’ – an Art exhibition organized by the Rotaract Club of Cinnamon Gardens on the 14^th – 15^th December 2013.