Lilamani De Silva

Travel nourishes my soul, and nature fills my canvas. The natural world is my greatest source of inspiration—its endless wonder, diversity, and movement continually draw me in as does my insatiable sense of curiosity. Through my work, I capture the world as I see it and feel it with vibrant hues that burst with life, energy, and joy.

Working mainly in acrylics, after starting with watercolours, I create energetic paintings that celebrate the world around me through colour, texture, and playful stories. My practice blends realism with imagination, inviting a joy-filled dialogue between the observed and the imagined. Each piece is layered with lively colour and shaped by my mixed Sri Lankan and Dutch heritage, which deeply influences my perspective and artistic expression.

Inspired by masters such as Vincent van Gogh and Claude Monet, I am self-taught and have nurtured a lifelong passion for painting and creativity. For me, art is both sanctuary and expression, a tranquil space where I can immerse myself fully, create freely, and share my unique view of the world.

Creator and artist of self-care, stress less Joy Cards Deck - published by Beyond Word in 2018, Winner Silver Nautilus Book Awards in Card Decks, Winner of the Bronze COVR Visionary Award in Inspirational Card Decks. Art featured on cover of Edge Magazine, published in 2022. Masters in Biochemistry, Creative Director ECG, Creator of Personalogy Games Party, Date Night and Family - winners of National Parenting Product Award, Game of the Year and the Gold Award from Family Product Review. The Publication of 15 Minute Pause Book, featuring my artwork - Literary Award Winner 1st Place Self-help category.

Exhibited in various venues in the UK. Sold art around the world. Artwork is featured on 48 cards in the motivational, self care Joy Cards deck. Artwork featured on the cover of Edge Magazine. Winner of various prizes and Literary awards.