Born and raised in Jaffna, Sri Lanka’s Northern Province, Catarina feels deeply connected to her island homeland , an identity she expresses strongly through her art. While Jaffna is often association with war, destruction, and suffering , Catharina seeks to reshape this narrative by showcasing the beauty, history, and cultural richness of her home. Through nostalgic memories of her childhood in the 90s, she reveals a simpler era, one rooted in the architecture and traditions that define Jaffna’s charm.