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Artwork details
- Medium : Acrylic on Canvas
- Other details : Artwork on supported wooden frame. Ready to hang. Framing on request.
- Dimensions : 43.3x31.5in
About this artwork
Inspired by the the buddhist temples frequently seen in Sri Lanka. Unlike many other cultures that has buddhist temples, the Sri lankan Temples are know to be simplistic in nature pertaining the preaching of buddha. White tapered structured termed as ' dhagab" is frequently seen in landscape scenery in Ceylon. Though simplistic in form and design with no decoration, these are erected is large scale and positioned in high grounds, at times to to be…
seen from miles as means of giving prominence and location.
In this particular work the artist has played with fact that generally two dhagabs of the same size is never seen next to each-other let alone in the same vicinity. The two dhagabs here reflects the the "dhagab" and the follower as a mirror Dhagab in terms of shape n size how ever the different detailing depicts how this philosophies is interpreted and cultured through personal and traditional influences.
abstract painting, canvas painting, canvas art, large painting, acrylic,
In this particular work the artist has played with fact that generally two dhagabs of the same size is never seen next to each-other let alone in the same vicinity. The two dhagabs here reflects the the "dhagab" and the follower as a mirror Dhagab in terms of shape n size how ever the different detailing depicts how this philosophies is interpreted and cultured through personal and traditional influences.
abstract painting, canvas painting, canvas art, large painting, acrylic,
Aasiri Wickremage
United Kingdom
Credentials
- Prizewinner
- Featured in gallery curations
- Works on commission
« I capture my explorations in abstract format for the viewer to solve: an inconclusive presentation of space. »
Aasiri Wickremage is an artist with Sri Lankan roots, currently living in Surrey, UK. Drawing inspiration from multiple cultures, landscapes and landmarks - particularly those she has come across throughout her many travels, she composes works that highlight the experience of a landscape: mood, character, lighting and density. She zooms in and out of the actual memory of the landscape to construct new stories, seeking to represent both built and natural environments as an interconnected entity. Her paintings have featured in exhibitions and publications in the UK.