Art & Media Archives - Page 7 of 13

January 18, 2024

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Contemporary art in Sri Lanka is steadily gaining more recognition on both national and international levels. As the country’s first and only museum dedicated to showcasing Sri Lankan modern and contemporary art, the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka) is one of the organisations leading the way in creating […]

December 21, 2023

Colombo, Monday 18th December 2023: Colombo, a vibrant metropolis pulsating with the energy of over 750,000 residents and ever-expanding horizons, is a city whose heartbeat resonates in the warmth of its people and their unparalleled hospitality. Behind its bustling facade lies a treasure trove of secrets, patiently awaiting discovery. In an ode […]

December 18, 2023

The George Keyt Foundation presented limited edition prints of ‘Kangodi Ragini’ – a mode in Indian music – painted in 1951 by the iconic Sri Lankan artist, the late George Keyt, to Art Connoisseurs recently. The painting along with 20 other works was presented to The George Keyt Foundation by George Keyt […]

October 23, 2023

‘The Foreigners’ exhibition by the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka) closed on 22 October, after a successful six-month run at the museum located on the ground floor of Crescat Boulevard, Colombo 3. The show attracted 10,377 visitors, including 489 students from schools and higher educational institutes […]

October 3, 2023

Royden Gibbs and Dillai Joseph Rodrigo inspire a spirit of conservation to aid efforts of WNPS. Experience the captivating beauty of Sri Lanka’s heritage and nature through the exquisite fine art of Royden Gibbs and Dillai Joseph Rodrigo in the upcoming exhibition, “Corridors of Time.” This remarkable showcase promises to transport art enthusiasts on […]

August 22, 2023

Raja Jewellers, recognized as the undisputed monarch of the gold world in Sri Lanka, recently unveiled an exquisite online product segment, exclusively designed to capture the hearts of the youth. With an enduring legacy spanning over 95 years in the industry, Raja Jewellers proudly introduced a captivating collection that speaks to the dynamic tastes of […]

July 25, 2023

The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka) opened its new exhibition titled ‘The Foreigners’ on 4 May 2023, at its premises on the ground floor of Crescat Boulevard, Colombo 3. Curated by Sandev Handy, Curator and Sharmini Pereira, Chief Curator at the MMCA Sri Lanka, this exhibition […]

July 14, 2023

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‘The Foreigners’, the third exhibition by the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka) is on view until 22 October 2023. Located at Crescat Boulevard, Colombo the MMCA Sri Lanka is hosting a series of programmes throughout July, which include ‘My Safe Haven’ with Aadhi Jayaseelan for ages […]

June 12, 2023

With an aim to showcase fascinating live music that is being produced in the country, SLT-MOBITEL, the National ICT Solutions Provider, is partnering with ‘Kuweni the Musical – A Cinematic Musical Experience by Charitha Attalage’ to deliver the first ever 5G powered musical experience, combining live visual arts and music. ‘Kuweni the […]

May 8, 2023

The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka) opened its new exhibition titled ‘The Foreigners’ on 4 May 2023, at its premises on the ground floor of Crescat Boulevard, Colombo 3. Curated by Sandev Handy and Sharmini Pereira, ‘The Foreigners’ brings together the works of 15 contemporary artists […]

Supporting Sri Lankan Contemporary Art at the MMCA Sri Lanka

Cinnamon Colombo Hotels & Streets of Colombo Unveil ‘Discovery’: A Captivating Photography Exhibition Showcasing a Unique Perspective of the City of Colombo

The George Keyt Foundation debuts limited edition prints of ‘Kangodi Ragini’ honouring masterpiece

‘The Foreigners’ by the MMCA Sri Lanka Closes

Corridors of Time: Artistic Narratives of Heritage and Nature

Raja Jewellers Unveils Online Collection Designed Exclusively for the Fashion-Forward Youth

Behind the scenes of ‘The Foreigners’ at the MMCA Sri Lanka

MMCA Sri Lanka Public Programmes in July

SLT-MOBITEL partners ‘Kuweni the Musical – A Cinematic Musical Experience by Charitha Attalage’ delivering the first ever 5G powered musical experience

The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka Opens ‘The Foreigners’