Rural talent draws for success
Nimal WIJAYATUNGA,- Eheliaygoda special corr.
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One of Thilakratna’s creations - symbols of prosperity. |
The partially embossed cement based art from popularly known as mural
art has become promising venture for 50-year-old H.K.D. Tilakratna of
Mitipola in Eheliyagoda. He has mastered this art form to a great
extent.
According to him, the secret behind his success is his knowledge and
talent.
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Mural artist Tilakratna |
The raw-material needed are cement, asbestos sheets and paint.
Tilakaranta chooses soft colours for his creations to attract a varied
audience.
Tilakaratna moulds Egyptian model statues large garden vases, birds
and serpents by using cement and sand.
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