Ayubowan : A journey through my creative world

Ayubowan means ‘May You have the gift of long life’. I am first and foremost a storyteller narrating my experience of the world around me through words and art.

A photo of Dilrukshi (me) and Pawlick (the Dog)
An Artist, Illustrator and Writer living in Melbourne with a very large dog – I’ve been drawing, writing and painting all my life
A self portrait in pastels of Dilrukshi
I grew up in Sri Lanka but have called Australia home for the past 15 years

Fine Art

Portrait, figurative, nature, still life and genre paintings and drawings. I create art that tells a story whilst exploring themes of belonging & interconnectedness.

follow me on Instagram @Dilrukshi_Artist

Illustration

Published under Pawlick Bones by Dilrukshi Mendis – my whimsical work includes book cover, illustration, greeting card, icons, wall art and surface pattern designs.

follow me on instagram @the_real_Pawlick_Bones

Writing

Musings and the adventures of Pawlick Bones – the detective Dog (coming soon)

News and in person events

I will be part of a group Art Exhibition opening at Page One Gallery on January 18, 2025. If you’d like to attend the opening register with Page One Gallery

contact me

If you’d like to discuss a special commission of an artwork or illustration work please contact me via email.

Email: contact@dilrukshimendis.com