Layla Gonaduwa

Biography

Layla Gonaduwa is a versatile and innovative artist who seamlessly integrates various artistic disciplines into her work. Her approach to art is deeply personal, serving as a cathartic and tactile process through which she engages with a wide spectrum of thought-provoking themes.

ABOUT ARTIST

Layla's art serves as a powerful vehicle for confronting societal dynamics and the way people perceive and interact with the world around them. She fearlessly tackles complex issues related to societal politics, challenging prevailing ideologies and prompting viewers to reevaluate their perspectives. Additionally, her work delves into the intricate tapestry of historical narratives, dissecting them to reveal hidden facets and explore the impact of the past on the present.


Memory is another key theme that Layla Gonaduwa navigates in her art. She takes viewers on a journey through the corridors of memory, prompting reflection on personal and collective recollections, and how they shape our identities and perceptions. Furthermore, her exploration extends to ecological concerns, where she addresses pressing environmental issues through her artistic expression, prompting viewers to contemplate the delicate balance between humanity and nature.


Layla employs a wide array of artistic mediums to communicate her profound ideas. Through her paintings, she creates vivid visual narratives that draw viewers into her world of thought. Her text-based installations invite intellectual engagement, as she weaves powerful messages into her art.


Works

Aragalaya Series

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ART TYPE:

Acrylic on Canvas Board

SIZE:

10" x 72"

Up, Deep Within VIII

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ART TYPE:

Archival Ink Pen on Acid-free Archival Paper

SIZE:

7.4" x 16.9"

Up, Deep Within VI

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ART TYPE:

Archival Ink Pen on Acid-free Archival Paper

SIZE:

14.5" x 12.5"

Fallow State II

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ART TYPE:

Archival Ink Pen on Acid-free Archival Paper

SIZE:

39.3" x 27.5"

Fallow State I

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ART TYPE:

Archival Ink Pen on Acid-free Archival Paper

SIZE:

39.3" x 27.5"

Forgot We Were Seeds IV

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ART TYPE:

Acrylic on Ceramic

SIZE:

38" x 10"

Exhibitions

Fallow

2025/01/10 | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Curado Art Space

Exhibition

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