SRI LANKAN CULTURAL EVENT - DANCE AND MUSIC ENSEMBLE

World renowned Channa-Upuli group comprising of talented dancers, drummers, percussionist and vocalist  staged a spectacular traditional and contemporary dance and musical performance on Sunday 7th February at Gulf University of Science and Technology. The event was organized by the Embassy of Sri Lanka. Jananath Warakagoda, Sril Lankan maestro and vocalist gave a scintillating rendering of vocals and percussion.

A collection of amazing art exhibits in pencil sketches and metal sculpture by artist Lalit adorned the hall way of W-6 300 auditorium. Beautiful handcrafted traditional dolls, masks, shawls and photographs of Sri Lanka was on display too.  After the event we served delicious Ceylon tea we could choose from aromatic, herb infused to relaxing varieties. It was a perfect and beautiful evening of entertainment. 

I've done a separate blog post on artist Lalit's work. Click here to read the post.

SRI LANKAN CULTURAL EVENT - ART AND SCULPTURE EXHIBITION

Being an ardent admirer of art myself, I enjoyed the amazing art work in pencil sketch, painting on wood and metal sculpture by Sri Lankan artist Lalith. The exhibition was held as a part of the cultural program of music and dance, organized by the Embassy of Sri Lanka at Gulf University of Science anfd Technology.

To sculpt in metal isn't easy. The intricate work involved in Lalith's sculpture was exquisite and unique.The pencil sketches were beautiful that gave a photographic effect. Burnt art work on wood and painting on wood was another skilled work on display by the artist.

If you are interested in Lalith's work,  you may get in touch with him via email laliths2000@yahoo.com

Besides, the art work, were also traditional handcrafted dolls, masks, silk scarfs and shawls, photographs of Sri Lanka. At the end of the Sri Lankan art, music and dance event, we were served aromatic relaxing Ceylon tea, perfect for the weather.

Here are photos of the exhibits.

Artist Lalith