Nipuni Mallikaarachchi

I am a Sri Lankan bird artist and watercolor painter, devoted to capturing the beauty, character, and spirit of birds and wildlife. My work focuses mainly on avian subjects, inspired by the rich biodiversity and natural landscapes of Sri Lanka.

My journey as an artist began long before I understood the word “artist.” As a child, I would sit quietly beneath trees, observing birds in their natural habitats—their gentle movements, curious eyes, and vibrant colours. Those early moments of fascination slowly grew into a lifelong passion.

I graduated from the University of the Visual and Performing Arts in 2019. After completing my studies, I began teaching art at a rural school in the Sabaragamuwa Province. Being surrounded daily by nature deeply influenced my work. I carefully observed and photographed kingfishers flashing like blue sparks, eagles circling high above the fields, and peacocks unfolding their radiant feathers. These real-life encounters continue to shape my artistic practice.

I work primarily with watercolor on paper, a medium that allows me to express delicacy, transparency, and movement. Through close observation, field sketches, and photography, I aim to portray not only the physical beauty of birds, but also their...

University of the Visual and Performing Arts, Colombo , Sri Lanka

Postgraduate Diploma in Education , National Institute of Education, Sri Lanka

2020 International online Art Exhibition Painting, Sculpture, Printmaking & photography, Odisha, India

2020 International online Watercolour painting competition, India

2021 International Women's Art online Exhibition, Karkhana Art, India

2021 International World Art day competition, Trakya University Faculty of Education, Turkey

2022 The International Watercolour Exhibition Fabriano in Aquarello, Italy

2023 Feather Souls, Solo Watercolour Art Exhibition, JDA Perera Art Gallery, Colombo

2023 Artist of Sri Lanka , Art Exhibition, Curado Art Space Gallery

2024 Her Vision , Her Voice Group Art Exhibition, Galle, Sri Lanka

2024 Feathered Symphony, Solo Watercolour Art Exhibition, Curado Art Space Gallery

2025 The Winged Season,Solo Watercolour Art Exhibition, JDA Perera Art Gallery, Colombo