Artwork by Sumali Piyatissa
Sumali (Buki) is a contemporary abstract artist from Sri Lanka, primarily self-taught and passionate about exploring various mediums and textures. Her abstract creations seamlessly merge traditional techniques with modern mixed media, allowing her to express herself in ways that words cannot. Inspired by nature and her travels, each painting transforms a blank canvas into a vibrant space of freedom, positivity, and joy. Every stroke reflects her unique journey, capturing the beauty she encounters along the way.
Exhibitions:
- Stillness by Artcan - Islington, UK (May/Jun 2025)
- Klima & Kunst XI - Art climate change online exhibition by Novum Basel, Switzerland (29.4 - 26.5.25)
- Holy Art Gallery, Athens (6th-14th Dec ‘24)
- Her Voice, Her Vision - Art Exhibition, Galle Lit Fest,Sri Lanka
(Jan ‘24)
- Art Climate change online exhition by Novum Basel, Switzerland (Jun’23)
- Vogue 6th Edition by Boomer Gallery, London (Jun ‘23)
- Contemporary Art exhibition by Brick Lane Gallery, London (Apr’ 23)
- Women of the World, NFT by Nowhere Gallery NY (2022)
- Art climate change online exhibition by Novum Basel, Switzerland (Mar ‘22)
- Swiss art expo Art box project, Zurich (Aug ‘21)
- Van Gogh Gallery, Madrid Span (2020)
- Art Innsbruck fair (Jan 2020)
- Roys Art fair , London (Oct 2019)
- Kolorflo - Solo exhibition, Sri Lanka (2017)
- Genese - Solo Exhibition, Sri Lanka (2015)
“As I engage in my surroundings and ambience, I allow myself to be present in all of my artwork. Each piece reflects my emotions, my mood and has a very special part of me” - Buki
