The research work “Global Photography Communication Through the Lens of Sri Lankan Experiences” (“ගෝලීය ඡායාරූප සන්නිවේදනය, ශ්රී ලාංකික අත්දැකීම් ඇසුරෙන්”), authored by veteran photographer Anuruddha Lokuhapuarachchi, will be presented on September 9 at 3:00 PM at the Mahaweli Centre Auditorium, located on Anand Kumaraswamy Mawatha, Colombo 07.
Anuruddha Lokuhapuarachchi is an internationally recognized Sri Lankan photojournalist and author with over 40 years of experience in photography and media. His professional career spans coverage of war, social struggles, and cultural life, including work for Reuters and other global media organizations. After spending more than 16 years abroad, Lokuhapuarachchi returned to Sri Lanka to continue his contributions to media, arts, and education.
He currently serves as the Director of International Media and Strategic Communications to the President of Sri Lanka.
The research work traces the evolution of photographic communication from historical contexts to the digital era, blending Sri Lankan experiences with global perspectives. It explores how photography shapes visual truth, memory, and human connection. Drawing on four decades of Sri Lankan and international experience, the study presents a rare journey through historical and traditional forms of photography to the digital transformations of today, highlighting the interplay of human reality, memory, and relational bonds.
According to the author, Anuruddha Lokuhapuarachchi, this book is not just about photography—it explores how visual communication becomes part of our collective memory. It reflects the close relationship between storytelling, history, the camera, and society.
The book “Global Photography Communication” ( (“ගෝලීය ඡායාරූප සන්නිවේදනය") integrates personal narratives, historical research, and visual perspectives through Sri Lankan experiences. It examines the role of photography in the evolution of global news media and the shaping of public opinion. Written in a reflective and artistic style, this work is designed for readers interested in photography, photojournalism, history, mass communication, and visual storytelling.
At the book launch, insights will be shared by Professor Tudor Weerasinghe (University of Colombo, Sri Pali Faculty), Dr. Udit Gayashan Gunasekara (Chairperson, Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation), Faisal Samath (former Reuters bureau chief and advisor), critics from the Sunday Times, and photographer and film director Bupathi Nalin Wickramage.
The Sinhala edition of the book will be available for purchase on the day, while pre-orders for the English edition can also be placed. Although the standard price is LKR 3,400, copies will be available for LKR 2,400 for purchases and pre-orders on the launch day.
The author warmly invites all to participate in this special occasion.
(Note – Jayasiri Alawatta)
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