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Nelum Pokuna Art Street in Colombo Sri Lanka
While on a tuktuk ride in Colombo, came across this beautiful Street Art Gallery at Nelum Pokuna National Theater street.
Colombo's Stunning Art Layers of Life
Across the road from the scenic Viharamahadevi Park, Nelum Pokuna Art Street is a picturesque roadside attraction that characterises the beauty and local talent of Colombo, Sri Lanka. Aspiring young artists showcase their work at this market-style road, offering a unique insight into the thriving art scene.
A vibrant explosion of creativity
Located directly behind the National Museum of Colombo, Nelum Pokuna Art Street is in the heart of city. Easily accessible to tourists, this roadside market is a kaleidoscope of colour, bringing the city streets to life.
The art market allows visitors to immerse themselves in Sri Lanka‘s art scene directly through the paintings of locals. From canvases of traditional stilt fishermen and tea plantations, to Buddhist monks and elephants, the works offer an insight into key Sri Lankan symbols and their long-standing cultural connotations. This unique format allows a further understanding of the artworks, as you can interact with the artists and discuss their experiences and the inspiration behind each painting.
Beautiful paintings done by very talented artists. Worth visiting even if you do not buy anything as the paintings are so very nice. Some are quite expensive, but worth the price as due credit should be given to these talented artists. This is a fine example of modern architecture. The lotus shape building with the colored petals is a sight to behold. Currently the center of arts in Colombo seems to be well patronized by the locals.
Behind the scenes
The market undoubtedly plays an important role for tourists to Sri Lanka’s capital city, with snapshots of the stalls featured in most travel albums. However, the market is also intrinsic to the professional careers of the artists themselves: many are students who are looking to sell their art to cover the cost of their university education, and Nelum Pokuna Art Street provides a stepping stone in their careers.
Artists also hope to get recognition as they cannot afford the high fees charged by galleries – the street allows a client base to be developed and artists to receive patronage, with art being promoted as a lucrative career path. Artists here have been commissioned to brighten up the corridors of various international embassies in Sri Lanka as well the homes of high-profile clients such as diplomats, ambassadors and politicians. In this way, the tourist hub is able to give many budding artists their ‘big break.’ The market fosters creativity, giving back to the local community.
Kala Pola
An annual event that celebrated its 25th anniversary this year, Kala Pola is an open-air art fair that is held in Colombo’s capital city. Allowing artists from all across Sri Lanka to come down and display their paintings and sculptures, Kala Pola is a national celebration of art and a beloved cultural event. As with the regular daily market, the event offers networking opportunities. In recent years, over 300 artists have presented their work and the market has welcomed 22,000 visitors and generated RS. 13 million (USD$82,300) in sales.
As well as admiring and taking photos of the art, do try to show your support and purchase a painting (or two!). Most are quite affordably priced and you can haggle to negotiate a price that works for you and the artist. In this way, you can contribute to the local art scene, encouraging talent and allowing these young artists to continue doing what they love. You are also directly paying the artist themselves, rather than paying a gallery’s commission.
If you’re worried about transporting large canvases back home, don’t be! The artists can easily remove the painting from the canvas and roll it up for you to take along on your travels. They also sell painting storage tubes for added protection.
The practice of adding your signature to your artwork is attributed to the Renaissance period. Unfortunately, many of the paintings sold along the Nelum Pokuna Art Street are lacking their creators’ unique insignias. With that in mind, do ask the artist if they would be willing to add their initials and the date to your painting or if they would like to pose with the painting. This will be a unique token for you to remember your trip and the artist behind the stunning work you will display in your home.
Video about Sri Lanka at the National Museum, Sri Lanka
The video shows a tourist's experience which id not the experience of the locals. I am now retired in Sri Lanka except one month annually in Scotland so I know what I am writing about.
National Museum, Sri Lanka
National Museum, Colombo, Sri Lanka located south of the Viharamahadevi Park is open to public daily except Friday 9am-5pm. Phones and cameras are not allowed. Set in an elegant colonial building, the museum houses vast and absorbing collection of artefacts from prehistoric era to colonial era. Behind the National Museum are The Natural History Museum and National Art Gallery.
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Established as the Colombo Museum in 1877, the Colombo National Museum is the main museum in the country that exhibits a plethora of artefacts representing Sri Lanka's rich history and ancient heritage. The architecture and design of the premises are dominated by features of Italian architecture and the museum spans across two floors with multiple viewing galleries on each floor.
The ground floor displays artefacts belonging to the Pre and Proto Historic, Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Kandy and Transitional periods with stone antiquities gallery. And on the upper floor, you will find paintings, ancient textiles, pottery and ceramics, coins and currency, art and crafts, arms and armaments, presentations of traditional agricultural methods and traditional rituals and the D S Senanayake Memorial Gallery.
The atmosphere is usually quiet and calming, and you can explore and wander around the premises at your own pace. If you are in the city, even for a short visit, we recommend that you pay a visit, because there is so much to learn and discover.
National Museum of Sri Lanka: Recent developments
The museum was given the status of a national museum during the period of P. E. P. Deraniyagala. Under his supervision branch museums were opened in Jaffna, Kandy, and Ratnapura and a fully-fledged department of national museum was established in 1942 under the act No. 31. Nine branch museums were ultimately opened, and a school science program and a mobile museum service are also in operation.
National Museum of Sri Lanka: The Library
Along with the Colombo National Museum the Library was also established in the 1st of January in 1877. The Government Oriental library (1870) was incorporated in to Colombo National Museum Library, and served as the nucleus of the library collection by collecting the local publications during the past 129 years.
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The National Museum of Colombo was reopened recently. The museum which was subjected to a recent renovation was a two year project carried out by the Central Engineering Consultancy Bureau (CECB) and the Sri Lankan Army (SLA). This is the first time the museum has undergone renovation after 140 years.
The museum is open to the public from 9.00 am - 6.00 pm throughout the week.
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Two valuable paintings by the celebrated Sri Lankan master George Keyt, have been stolen from a commercial building in Slave Island, Colombo.
On the 24th of this month, the Colombo Fort Magistrate issued an order to the Department of Immigration and Emigration, to prevent the two masterpieces from being taken out of the country, following a request made of the court by the Slave Island Police.
Media Spokesperson of George Keyt Foundation, Thilak Senanayake had this to say
'Two rare and priceless masterpieces by George Keyt went missing from a wall at a commercial building in Slave island. You cannot put a price on these masterpieces. If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of these two valuable George Keyt masterpieces, inform the police.'
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Located 900 m from U.S. Embassy and 3 km from Asiri Surgical Hospital, Flower Road Apartment offers accommodation in Colombo. The apartment is 3.1 km from Khan Clock Tower. Free WiFi is offered .
The kitchen has a microwave and a fridge, as well as a kettle. Towels and bed linen are featured at Flower Road Apartment.
R Premadasa Stadium is 3.7 km from Flower Road Apartment, while National Art Gallery is 700 m away. Bandaranaike International Airport is 30 km from the property.
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VMLK took on a very heartfelt journey partnering up with the Saskia Fernando Gallery and the Ceylon Schools for the Deaf and Blind.
On August 24th, the Saskia Fernando Gallery presented the third ‘Silent auction and Fundraiser of Modern and Contemporary Art’ in aid of Ceylon School for the Deaf and the Blind.
The event took place at the Temple Trees Auditorium where 42 works of art were exhibited and was bid over the course of the evening.
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Lotus Pond Art Theater - Colombo (HQ)
Lotus Pond art theater is located in Colombo,Sri Lanka.The seven-storied open theater modeled after the Nelum Pokuna (Lotus Pond) in Polonnaruwa,The Theater houses three galleries enabling to host three performances simultaneously and an open air theater on the top floor. The main spectators' gallery can seat 1,288 people.The three-tier movable stage operated electrically can even accommodate a motor vehicle on stage. It also comprises two exhibition halls, thirteen rehearsal halls, parking facilities for 600 vehicles, library, and training facilities.
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Colombo is the largest city and the financial and commercial capital of Sri Lanka.
Colombo remains both the commercial and financial capital of Sri Lanka even after the administrative capital has been moved to Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte, a suburb east of the city.
Colombo is a huge, sprawling city, which can be visited any time of year due to its tropical climate. The heat is often excruciating, and traffic and pollution intense. These combined and without careful planning Colombo can easily become a nightmarish experience for an average traveler. To avoid this, do not carry heavy luggage, do not plan to walk any significant distances and take measures to deal with the heat and/or rain, such as bringing ice water, sunglasses, plastic slippers, sunblock, umbrella etc.
Museums in Colombo, Sri Lanka
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The National Museum of Colombo, Cinnamon Gardens. ☎ +94 11 269-4767. Closed Fridays and all public holidays. 09:00-17:00. Also known as the Sri Lanka National Museum, it is the largest museum in Colombo. Among its exhibits, it contains regalia of the 17th century Kandyan Kings. LKR1000 entrance fee and LKR250 for photography pass.
The Natural History Museum- Sir Marcus Fernando Mawatha, Cinnamon Gardens ☎ +94 11 269-1399. Closed Fridays and all public holidays. 09:00-17:00. This museum features Sri Lanka's floral and fauna in dioramas.
The Dutch Period Museum- 95 Prince Street, Pettah. ☎ +94 11 244-8466. Closed Fridays and all public holidays. 09:00-17:00. Historical museum documenting Dutch colonial rule in Sri Lanka. Houses Dutch-inspired artifacts.
Galleries in Colombo, Sri Lanka
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The Sapumal Foundation- 32/4 Barnes Place. ☎ +94 11 269-5731. The Sapumal Foundation was once home to the late Harry Pieris. Visitors are able to see his studio and art materials that have been left undisturbed over the years. This gallery also contains 200 paintings that follow the development of Sri Lankan art. Special art classes are also available at the gallery.
The Lionel Wendt Memorial Art Centre- 18 Guilford Crescent. M-F 09:00-13:00 & 14:00-16:00. ☎ +94 11 269-5794. The Art Center provides a multi-functional creative experience with exhibitions, art shows and stage events. Visitors to the art center are also able to purchase various antiques as well as paintings and crafts by contemporary Sri Lankan artists.
Do in Colombo, Sri Lanka
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Visit Galle Face Green Promenade at sundown for a spectacular view. The promenade stretches 13 acres between Galle Road and the Indian Ocean; it tends to attract children, teenagers, vendors, and families. Usually on Saturday and Sunday evenings, the land is filled with day-trippers, food vendors, and people picnicking. The Galle Face Green Promenade was reopened to the public in May of 2001.
Colombo Zoological Gardens- Colombo's zoo has a wide variety of animals, birds, and reptiles from all over the world. One of the most popular attractions to the zoo is the elephant show, which is held daily at 17:15. The zoo also offers elephant and pony rides. Currently, the zoo is being renovated, and plans to have an open area for the elephants. Admission for foreigners LKR 2500 adults, LKR 1250 children.
Casa Serena Art Gallery, 122 Havelock Rd, Colombo 5, ☎ +94 11 2587440, Tu-Sa 10:00-18:00, M 13:00-18:00. The Gallery is a purpose built space, designed to exhibit a diverse array of art, photography, sculpture, video installations and craft. It focuses on contemporary and traditional arts and features the work of local and international artists.
Turtle Conservation Villa (Our Turtle Conservation Project), No. 73/23 St Rita Road Mount Lavinia Colombo Sri Lanka (Drive south from Colombo city centre along Galle Road and turn right into St. Rita's Road. Drive all the way to the end of the road, cross over the train tracks and onto the beach. Turn left and 20m ahead - you have arrived!), ☎ +94 11 427 7195, 08:00-18:00. A non-profit centre for the conservation of turtles along the coast just past Mount Lavinia Hotel.
Cirque Lanka (cultural show), Viharamahadevi Open Air Theatre (South-East corner of Viharahamadevi Park), ☎ +94 71 207 4750, 2. More than 15 performers on stage, live music, drummers, traditional masks, acrobats, aerial acrobatics and fire effects.
Sri Lanka | An Art Trip to Paradise Island
In March 2017 my girlfriend and I travelled to Sri Lanka for two amazing weeks. Although we were very disappointed on the first day in Negombo we made the best decission to travel by train from Colombo to Ella. It took us 10 hours but man... this was amazing af. Ella was crazy and nice at the same time, really inspiring view, really friendly people. The we took a taxi to Tissamahrarama to go to Safari and took one of the best stays on our trip (Gaga Bees Yala). The next stop in Tangale to us was the best one. We stood at IBIS Hostel, really to recommend! Then we took a TukTuk to Matara and Mirissa. Although you can surf there it was too much tourists there for us and we moved on to Galle and Colombo. While our travel I documented our whole trip with my ballpoint pen and sketchbook. Since it is my life goal to portrait 1 million people before I die, I also portrayed lots of people there that we met on our trip. Barkeepers, beachboys, tourists, tuktuk drivers, Safari guides, hostel owners, housecleaners, etc. You can get more Impressions of my projects on my site themillionpainter.com.
Phil Splash is the Million Painter of Munich. His aim is it to sketch 1 Million people before he dies. Up to this date he sketched about 40.000 portraits. Phil Splash ist Münchens »Millionen Maler«. Der Künstler und Designer hat 2010 damit begonnen Menschen in der Münchner U-Bahn zu zeichnen. 6 Jahre später entstanden so mehr als 25.000 Portraits. Über sein Projekt »1,5 Mio Münchner«, für das er alle Münchner zeichnen will, wurde in lokalen als auch landesweiten Medien berichtet (u.a. ZDF, RTL, München TV, Süddeutsch Zeitung, BR, Bild Zeitung, Radio Energy). Neben Auftragsarbeiten im Bereich Grafikdesign und Illustration (u.a. Mac Cosmetics, Audi, Hanro, Campari) ist Phil Splash im Bereich Portraitmalerei und Printdesign tätig. phil-splash.de
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