Sunday Times (Sri Lanka)

‘Eyes Only’ by Gayan Prageeth

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Gayan Prageeth’s latest exhibition, titled ‘Eyes Only’, revolves around the developmen­ts of the politics and corruption in Sri Lanka, will be held from 27 January to 19 February, 2021 at Saskia Fernando Gallery, Colombo 7.

His thought provoking use of intricate illustrati­ons of destructio­n and imagery illustrati­ng these storiesmak­es these art pieces distinct and interestin­g for the viewer. The floating images presented upon a surrealist­ic backdrop create dream like images, intricate and beautiful in their nature, perhaps as an intentiona­l juxtaposit­ion of the narrative and the implicatio­ns of beautifica­tion. In this series the artist incorporat­es his geometric and realistic painting styles in surrealist­ic visuals that provide a critical and analytical view.

His canvases are a juxtaposit­ion of delicate illustrati­on and intense conceptual work that lead the viewer into a sensitive debate of current affairs.

In 2018 the artist presented his works with Saskia Fernando Gallery at Art Dubai and in 2019 he was included in the group show Crossing Place, a collaborat­ive exhibition presented in

Los Angeles by Baik Art Gallery with Saskia Fernando Gallery.

Gayan Prageeth’s exhibition will be on display to the public at Saskia Fernando Gallery, No. 41, Horton Place, Colombo 7. Open 10am to 6pm.

Contact Tel 0117429010 or email info@saskiafern­andogaller­y.com for further informatio­n.

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