
Inspiring the Next Generation: Sanjeewee Senevirathna Leads Watercolor Workshop at SLIIT
The SLIIT School of Architecture hosted the second edition of its Design Dialogue – Watercolor Workshop on October 23, 2024, at the SLIIT Malabe Campus.






Sanjeewee Senevirathna, a watercolor artist and painting lecturer in Sri Lanka, has held several solo exhibitions locally and has participated to number of international exhibitions as well. Sanjeewee has also won several international contests.

The SLIIT School of Architecture hosted the second edition of its Design Dialogue – Watercolor Workshop on October 23, 2024, at the SLIIT Malabe Campus.

Are you passionate about architectural sketching? Dive into the world of dip pen and ink with our comprehensive 12-week online course starting on June 22,

SPECIAL GUEST: Sanjeewee Serevirathna;The 2nd Sanjiang Watercolor Workshops + International Watercolor Show + International Masters’ Demo, China. Organized by Ky Loh, RE-Interpretation 2023/09
Basic watercolor class offers a comprehensive and academic exploration into the art of watercolor painting. We delve deep into the rich history of watercolor, provide foundational lessons in sketching and material selection, and offer detailed guidance on mastering water balance and essential to intermediate painting techniques.
The course also includes seven hands-on painting demonstrations conducted under artist Sanjeewees’ supervision, ensuring that each student benefits from in-depth, personalized feedback on their work.





Basic Class works (Local)
Our watercolor class for foreign students offers a comprehensive and academic exploration into the art of watercolor painting too.
While we delve deep into the rich history of watercolor, foundational sketching, and material selection, we also customize the curriculum to resonate with the diverse backgrounds of our international students.
This includes detailed guidance on mastering water balance and hands-on painting demonstrations conducted under supervision.



Basic Class works (Foreign)
For those who have successfully completed our basic watercolor class, we proudly present our Local Master Class.
Participants will be immersed in advanced watercolor techniques and the art of composition, ensuring a profound understanding of the medium. Beyond techniques, the course offers an exploration of painting philosophies, drawing inspiration from the works of master artists from various eras.
Our aim is to cultivate well-rounded watercolor artists, instilling in them not just skills, but a lifelong passion for watercolor and a lifestyle deeply embedded with its essence.





Master Class works (Local)
We periodically host outdoor painting excursions to enhance watercolor techniques on-site.
Our primary emphasis is on capturing subjects, streamlining the painting process, addressing on-site challenges, and exploring advanced thought processes and methods.
We journey to locations abundant in subjects for several days, delving into various facets of an outdoor watercolor artist’s lifestyle and expertise.



Plain Air Workshop