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ABOUT
Paradise Road Saskia Fernando Gallery (PRSFG) is the merger of two of Sri Lanka’s most celebrated art institutions—Paradise Road Galleries, established in 1998 by Kalasuri Udayshanth Fernando, and Saskia Fernando Gallery, founded in 2009. This partnership combines the legacy of Paradise Road Galleries, renowned for showcasing modernist masters like Lionel Wendt and George Claessen, with Saskia Fernando Gallery’s pioneering role in representing contemporary Sri Lankan art internationally.
Operating across two iconic locations — 138 Galle Road and Colombo 7 —PRSFG presents a dynamic program that includes leading and emerging practitioners. Both spaces serve as hubs for engaging exhibitions, innovative collaborations, and cultural programming that celebrate Sri Lankan and South Asian artistry.
PRSFG’s vision extends beyond its with continued participation in international art fairs across Asia, nurturing the talents of emerging practitioners within the region and collaborations with prestigious galleries and institutions worldwide. The gallery also sustains a deep commitment to emerging talent through initiatives like the Udayshanth Fernando Foundation’s A4A Production Fund, which supports the development of Sri Lanka’s next generation of artists.
With a shared mission to elevate Sri Lankan art locally and globally, PRSFG seamlessly blends Paradise Road’s storied history with Saskia Fernando Gallery’s regional focus. Together, they foster a vibrant platform that honours the past while shaping the future of contemporary art in Sri Lanka.