I saw her in third class carriage on train. She was a little beggar girl (sorry for that word), Watching out through the door.
photography by moasa
I was shocked by this scene. In the right corner there was a gentleman with pair of nice leather shoes.
All we are in third class carriage. But there was a gap between us. Still am thinking, what's happen to her future?
Did you know about Sri Lankan Artist who exhibit arts, sell artworks and creations? If you are an Sri Lankan based artist which one who had bunch of talents, but nobody to help you... how sad is it?
Think you do artworks.. but you don't know how to sell them. You haven't any professional contacts or you haven't enough money to exhibit them. I can show you the way. kooii art & artist foundation will help you.. Believe me. Only thing is you have to do is show your talents...
kOOii is an autonomous Sri Lanka based foundation specializing in contemporary art, with a focus on works by artists from Sri Lanka.
Founded in 2007, goal is to act as an intermediary between Sri Lankan artists, international artists and a global audience
kOOii works with established as well as upcoming visual artists. Design projects, exhibitions, provide networks, media exposure and opportunities for professional development in Sri Lanka and abroad.
kOOii hopes to enable local artists to make a decent living out of their chosen profession and get greater exposure through their network. kOOii is not a registered charity nor do they give away money. The idea is to help artists build a name and network so they can focus on their work.
kOOii is independent and raises its own funds through art sales. Despite the non-profit philosophy, they make sure to distill the global from the local.
Words From Mieke Kooistra ...After 20 years traversing Asia this former waitress, journalist, war-reporter, published author and communications consultant of dutch nationality has given up on fame and fortune to live a life of tropical bliss in one of the most beautiful countries in this world. Knowing that Sri Lanka can best be enjoyed when you stay away from media and politics, I have decided to devote myself to the promotion of local contemporary arts ...kOOii Art Auction / Galleries / Collectors / Artist
kOOii invites emerging and established visual artists, galleries and artist collectives to work with kooii. For collectors, corporations, businesses and individual customers can find out more about kooii vising her blog.
