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Meet Our
Academic Professionals
Gihan Mihiranga
Lecturer / Visual Artist
BA in Visual Arts (Special) - (First Class)
University of the Visual and Performing Arts
Gihan Mihiranga is a passionate visual artist and educator, specializing in both traditional and digital art forms. As a figurative and realistic artist, Gihan's work spans across book illustration, concept art, and painting, capturing vivid narratives through his expressive technique. His practice is rooted in a deep appreciation for detail, storytelling, and emotion—whether conveyed through brush strokes on canvas or digital media.
Currently pursuing a BFA at the University of Visual and Performing Arts (2025), Gihan has also enriched his skills through workshops such as the NCCB Designers Workshop (2024), focusing on book illustration. His creative journey includes illustrating several published works in 2024, establishing him as a rising talent in children’s literature and visual storytelling.
In addition to his artistic practice, Gihan contributes to the creative community as a lecturer, where he shares his knowledge in illustration, digital drawing, traditional painting, and graphic design. His dedication to nurturing emerging talent reflects his own commitment to growth and excellence in the visual arts.
BA in Visual Arts (Special) - (First Class)
University of the Visual and Performing Arts
Gihan Mihiranga is a passionate visual artist and educator, specializing in both traditional and digital art forms. As a figurative and realistic artist, Gihan's work spans across book illustration, concept art, and painting, capturing vivid narratives through his expressive technique. His practice is rooted in a deep appreciation for detail, storytelling, and emotion—whether conveyed through brush strokes on canvas or digital media.
Currently pursuing a BFA at the University of Visual and Performing Arts (2025), Gihan has also enriched his skills through workshops such as the NCCB Designers Workshop (2024), focusing on book illustration. His creative journey includes illustrating several published works in 2024, establishing him as a rising talent in children’s literature and visual storytelling.
In addition to his artistic practice, Gihan contributes to the creative community as a lecturer, where he shares his knowledge in illustration, digital drawing, traditional painting, and graphic design. His dedication to nurturing emerging talent reflects his own commitment to growth and excellence in the visual arts.
Dinithi Kottachchi
Lecturer / Children's Book Illustrator
BSc in Multimedia - (2nd upper class)
NSBM Green University
Dinithi Kottahachchi is a passionate creative designer and children’s book illustrator whose work blends imaginative storytelling with vibrant, engaging visuals. With a strong foundation in multimedia studies at NSBM Green University, she brings academic insight and industry experience to her role as a lecturer, inspiring students to explore the power of visual communication.
As a freelance illustrator, Dinithi has collaborated with renowned authors and publishers such as M.D. Gunasena and IBMC Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, illustrating six children’s books to date. Her illustrations are known for their warmth, whimsy, and ability to connect deeply with young audiences. In addition to book illustration, she works as a graphic designer, creating impactful designs across branding, print, and digital platforms.
Dinithi’s creative journey is driven by a love for storytelling, a sharp eye for design, and a deep belief in the power of art to inspire, educate, and delight.
BSc in Multimedia - (2nd upper class)
NSBM Green University
Dinithi Kottahachchi is a passionate creative designer and children’s book illustrator whose work blends imaginative storytelling with vibrant, engaging visuals. With a strong foundation in multimedia studies at NSBM Green University, she brings academic insight and industry experience to her role as a lecturer, inspiring students to explore the power of visual communication.
As a freelance illustrator, Dinithi has collaborated with renowned authors and publishers such as M.D. Gunasena and IBMC Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, illustrating six children’s books to date. Her illustrations are known for their warmth, whimsy, and ability to connect deeply with young audiences. In addition to book illustration, she works as a graphic designer, creating impactful designs across branding, print, and digital platforms.
Dinithi’s creative journey is driven by a love for storytelling, a sharp eye for design, and a deep belief in the power of art to inspire, educate, and delight.
Kisal Upeksha
Lecturer / Comic artits
BA in Visual Arts (Special)
University of the Visual and Performing Arts
BA in Visual Arts (Special)
University of the Visual and Performing Arts
Sayuri Abesekara
Lecturer / Storyboard Artist
BSc in Multimedia - (2nd upper class)
NSBM Green University
Sayuri Abeyesekera is a dynamic creative designer and emerging lecturer specializing in storyboard art and multimedia design. With a strong foundation in storytelling and visual development, she transforms scripts into compelling visual sequences that capture mood, action, and cinematic flow, guiding production teams from concept to screen.
Currently pursuing a BSc in Multimedia at NSBM Green University, Sayuri combines academic rigor with hands-on experience in the creative industry. Her work as a storyboard artist and illustrator reflects a keen eye for composition, camera angles, and character emotion—skills honed through her contributions to both educational and creative content.
Sayuri is also an active leader within the creative student community, serving as a Content Lead and contributing to various extracurricular initiatives. Whether in the classroom or the studio, she brings energy, clarity, and artistic vision to every project she undertakes.
BSc in Multimedia - (2nd upper class)
NSBM Green University
Sayuri Abeyesekera is a dynamic creative designer and emerging lecturer specializing in storyboard art and multimedia design. With a strong foundation in storytelling and visual development, she transforms scripts into compelling visual sequences that capture mood, action, and cinematic flow, guiding production teams from concept to screen.
Currently pursuing a BSc in Multimedia at NSBM Green University, Sayuri combines academic rigor with hands-on experience in the creative industry. Her work as a storyboard artist and illustrator reflects a keen eye for composition, camera angles, and character emotion—skills honed through her contributions to both educational and creative content.
Sayuri is also an active leader within the creative student community, serving as a Content Lead and contributing to various extracurricular initiatives. Whether in the classroom or the studio, she brings energy, clarity, and artistic vision to every project she undertakes.
Chamindu Jayasinghe
Lecturer / multidisciplinary artist & content creator
BA in Visual Arts (Special) - (2nd upper class)
University of the Visual and Performing Arts
Chamindu Jayasinghe is a multidisciplinary visual artist, and innovative content creator specializing in AI-generated art and multimedia design. With a solid academic background in multimedia arts (BVA Special, University of the Visual and Performing Arts, Sri Lanka), Chamindu seamlessly blends traditional visual storytelling with cutting-edge digital techniques to craft engaging and thought-provoking visual experiences.
As a content creator and founder of JAYGALLERY, Chamindu has developed a vibrant portfolio that includes graphic design, video editing, photography, and AI-driven artworks. His creative leadership was recognized as the team head and art director for the 2024 SADP International Red Cross event.
Chamindu is also an accomplished design competitor, winning accolades such as 2nd place in the UTEL Logo Design Competition and Best Poster Designer at the University of Peradeniya Psychology Poster Competition. With a passion for visual innovation and a commitment to collaborative learning, he continues to inspire the next generation of creatives through both his academic and artistic endeavors.
BA in Visual Arts (Special) - (2nd upper class)
University of the Visual and Performing Arts
Chamindu Jayasinghe is a multidisciplinary visual artist, and innovative content creator specializing in AI-generated art and multimedia design. With a solid academic background in multimedia arts (BVA Special, University of the Visual and Performing Arts, Sri Lanka), Chamindu seamlessly blends traditional visual storytelling with cutting-edge digital techniques to craft engaging and thought-provoking visual experiences.
As a content creator and founder of JAYGALLERY, Chamindu has developed a vibrant portfolio that includes graphic design, video editing, photography, and AI-driven artworks. His creative leadership was recognized as the team head and art director for the 2024 SADP International Red Cross event.
Chamindu is also an accomplished design competitor, winning accolades such as 2nd place in the UTEL Logo Design Competition and Best Poster Designer at the University of Peradeniya Psychology Poster Competition. With a passion for visual innovation and a commitment to collaborative learning, he continues to inspire the next generation of creatives through both his academic and artistic endeavors.
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