Jayantha Silva - Expressions 13

Expressions 13 and exhibition of figurative art by Jayantha Silva was held from 6th to 8th May 2016 at the Lionel Wendt. The exhibition showcased 69 paintings in Acrylic and Soft Pastel based on the themes of women, children and rural life. The paintings titled “Beautiful Brown Eyes”, “Sleeping Beauty” and “Contemplate” highlights the artist’s thematic concern with women and their emotional experiences.

The paintings titled “No longer nobody’s child”, “Boyhood” and “Study” are an exploration of childhood, and “Vegetable Seller”, “Thatching for a Roof” and “Dhumbara Mat Weaver” bring to the fore his pre-occupation with village life. The artist uses muted shades of brown, beige and cream as well as vibrant shades of magenta, purple, red and green to create vivid pictures. Jayantha’s paintings are emotionally charged, and capture intimate and poignant moments in individual lives.

-RS