Dilrukshi Mendis | Contemporary Melbourne Artist

Dilrukshi Mendis

Narrative Fine Art | Bold & Magical Illustration

Creativity has always been part of my soul

My practice has two complementary facets:

– Fine Art, where I create narrative-driven, contemplative works that explore the question of what it means to live a meaningful life, and

– Pawlick Bones, a playful world of whimsical, absurd joy—sparked by my big rescue dog’s alter ego, Pawlick.

Contemporary Art

Dilrukshi is a Sri Lankan-born contemporary narrative artist based in Melbourne, Australia.

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A woman looks out with determination surrounded by fire and chaos. She represents Hope that is aware, active and steadfast in a world of suffering
I Am Elpis (Hope) – inspired by the myth of Pandora’s box, this shows Hope as resilient and aware of the evil and suffering that exists in the world

A giant dog looks at a treat held out by a tiny owner
Pawlick the big dog stares at a treat held by his tiny human

Whimsical Illustrations

Pawlick Bones – playful and magical Illustrations that spark joy.

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