Sunday Times 2
A celebration of local art
It is a golden opportunity for any art enthusiast to see the best of contemporary young talent as the George Keyt Foundation in association with Nations Trust Bank- American Express Cards holds their annual show “Sri Lanka Art 2013″. A celebration of local art this is the third consecutive partnership between the George Keyt Foundation and Nations Trust Bank.
This series of “Sri Lankan Art” exhibitions was initiated by the Foundation in 2001. It showcases the recent works of artists over the past 12 months. With over 90 paintings adorning the walls of the J.D.A. Gallery in Horton Place the exhibition has artists from Colombo to Kandy, Beruwela and Tangalle participating.
Inaugurated in 1990 the George Keyt Foundation has always worked towards the preservation and development of local artists and art. Established in memory of Sri Lanka’s most distinguished modern artists George Keyt who made a significant contribution to art and literature of 20th century Sri Lanka, the Foundation has organised over 130 exhibitions over the past 20 years.
High Commissioner for India Y.K. Sinha and Mrs. Sinha were the chief guests at the inauguration of the exhibition.
“Sri Lanka Art 2013″ ends today at the J.D.A. Perera Galleries No. 46, Horton Place, Col 7. The exhibition is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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