Giant Easter Pyramid at Hilton Colombo

Charmaine FERNANDO

General Manager, Hilton Colombo Jerome Auvity opens the giant Easter Pyramid created by the students of the Overseas School Colombo and the School for the Deaf and Blind. Pic: Saman Sri Wedage

A giant pyramid sits in the middle of Hilton Colombo Lobby displaying the works of children from the Deaf and Blind School, Ratmalana. Over 200 giant eggs painstakingly sculpted and colourfully hand-painted by differently-abled children, speak volumes for their creativity and their desire for expression.

This unique and innovative concept provides a magnificent opportunity for these children to showcase their inherent talents while it serves as a means of raising funds for their upkeep.

Jerome Auvity, General Manager, Hilton Colombo, said that they feel happy to initiate and continue commitment with The Ceylon School for the Deaf and Blind as their Corporate Social Responsibility partner. "We congratulate the children on their spontaneous expressions of abundant latent talents", he said.

When the work of art of any child is hand-picked for purchase, the happiness they derive will mould a positive attitude towards the society they live in and will remain unforgettable in their little minds. "This is an `eggstravagant' opportunity for Hilton clientele and well-wishers to get involved and feel good this Easter, looking beyond celebrations and festivities", he said.

In order to raise funds, these children's beautifully crafted work will be on sale. Anyone could purchase any number of these decorative and colourful eggs making a pledge at Fine Things counter.

All are encouraged to contribute their might to this unique effort this Easter. The eggs have been numbered for convenience and could be collected on the eve of April 12 or even before on request.