Derived from the Sanskrit words Samudra (sea) and Raagam (rhythm or melody), Samudraagam brings together diverse artistic responses to the ocean, exploring its enduring presence within Sri Lanka's ecological. cultural. spiritual, and historical landscapes. The exhibition presents the sea not merely as a geographical entity but as a site of memory, livelihood, belief, and transformation.
Poornima's coral inspired installation reflects on themes of TIME, DEATH AND TRANSFORMATION through the fragile beauty Of marine ecosystems. Ravindu's MANIMEKALA series reimagines the sea as a female deity, exploring the symbolic relationship between sea, land, and human existence. Hasidu's KAURAVA series examines the Karava community's historical connection to maritime life and coastal culture.
Responding to the X-Press Pearl disaster, Janaka's CHOKING THE SEA addresses environnnental loss and ecological vulnerability. Mahesh's ETERNAL SILENCE contemplates the sea as a space of tranquility and introspection. Prasad's FROM THE STARTING POINT investigates maritime histories, navigation, and geopolitical realities, while Catharina's SOUL serios explores memory. identity. and cultural inheritance through her family's fishing heritage in Jaffna.