Thriving creativity: Second Colombo Design Market today
View(s):The second edition of the Colombo Design Market will be held today, January 25. Following the positive response to the launch in December, the Market provides a platform for local designers, artists, craftsmen and musicians to get out there, get noticed and promote themselves.
The Design Market is an exciting community design initiative by a diverse group of young individuals with a passion for creativity. With a vibrant atmosphere where unique artwork, chic clothing, statement jewellery, vivid illustrations and fresh music can be enjoyed, the Market will be held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m, at the Laksala Museum Gallery Cafe.
The Colombo Design Market aims to create a platform for young creatives and entrepreneurs to gain exposure, give due recognition to art and design as a substantial source of income and to build Sri Lanka’s design identity. Saskia Fernando Hammoud, Anushka Wijesinha, Leah Marikkar, Danu Innasithamby and The Good Market act as mentors and advisors and serve to strengthen the support network for the design community.
Strongly supported by Laksala, the Colombo Design Market is sponsored by Fairway Holdings and hopes to create a link between rural and urban artists and craftsmen. Spend your Sunday browsing through dresses, printed shirts, intricate textures, knick knacks and much more.
.Alifiya Mutaher, the founder of the Design Market, is keen to bring art and design to public spaces. “I love how design markets are always engaging and interactive. You feel a personal attachment to the artists you meet and their work you’re supporting. We want to grow a community that supports design, educates and gives creativity a place to thrive, here in Colombo.”