Mangala Madanayaka exhibition at Galle Fort
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Well known ballpoint artist Mangala Madanayaka, will hold his next solo art exhibition at the Galle Fort National Museum premises from March 3-10.
This exhibition is called “Ma dakina galla eda saha ada”. Having studied old photographs of the Galle Fort, the city, and the surrounding areas, his collection in black and white and colour using a ballpoint pen, and in oils, acrylic, and watercolour captures the timeless beauty of this heritage city. “Through these paintings, I try to give an understanding of the lifestyle, clothing, buildings, and culture of the past,” the artist says.
Widely known for his prowess with the humble ballpoint pen, he says, though it is considered merely a writing tool, it has, for him, long been a versatile material.When he started out some 40 years ago, the main colours available were black, blue, green, and red. Today, ballpoint pens come in many shades and he sees ballpoint art as requiring the technique and creativity needed for any other medium.
Mangala has also published a book titled ‘Ballpoint warna chithra kalawa’.
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