Ama Liyanage

Ama Liyanage is an artist and printmaker crafting whimsical paintings from her home studio in Kitchener, ON. She draws inspiration from cherished childhood memories in Sri Lanka and the simple, often overlooked joys of everyday life. Having nurtur...

Ama Liyanage is an artist and printmaker crafting whimsical paintings from her home studio in Kitchener, ON. She draws inspiration from cherished childhood memories in Sri Lanka and the simple, often overlooked joys of everyday life. Having nurtured a fondness for jigsaw puzzles since her early years, Ama revels in the intricacies and hidden nuances that sometimes link her paintings together. She takes great pleasure in the thought of perceptive observers discovering the minuscule painted details in her artwork, each one narrating a story or invoking a touch of humor. She embarked on an exploration of rediscovering creativity in adulthood and the transformative journey of embracing art as a vocation. This journey began with a reflection on the power of relaxation, a departure from the years spent wrestling with the notion of self-worth tethered solely to productivity. Through her canvases, Ama proudly amplifies the voices of women of colour, reclaiming spaces historically devoid of their representation. A surprising yet profoundly meaningful aspect of her artistic journey has been the connections she's forged within the lively art community of Kitchener-Waterloo, as well as her deepening affinity for the city itself. Instagram: @greyishteal Email: greyishteal@gmail.com Website: www.greyishteal.com