Marking the 60th anniversary of Sri Lanka’s independence, Expressions of Independence celebrates the nation’s vibrant artistic identity through sixty contemporary paintings curated by the University of Visual and Performing Arts, Colombo.
 
Presented at the Mona Bismarck Foundation in Paris, this landmark publication documents the first-ever international exhibition dedicated to living Sri Lankan artists — an unprecedented moment in the country’s cultural history.
 
The book reveals the depth and diversity of Sri Lanka’s post-traditional art, where modern sensibilities intertwine with timeless narratives inspired by philosophy, folklore, and everyday life. From established masters to emerging talents, each artist’s work reflects the evolving expression of a nation finding its own visual language.
 
A collector’s volume of cultural significance, Expressions of Independence is a celebration of creativity, resilience, and the enduring spirit of Sri Lankan art.