成人头条

Ellawela, D., Gopura, S., & Ferrero-Regis, T.,".Stamps as cultural artifacts: Unveiling historical narratives through stamps of pre-independence Sri Lanka from 1935 to 1947.",National Identities 25th Anniversary Conference,London, United Kingdom,2024,

Thilakarathne, S., Gopura, S., Payne, A.,".The Resurgence of Localism in Fashion: Celebrating the Traditions and Folklore through Storytelling. .",International Foundation of Fashion Technology Institute (IFFTI), 26th Annual Conference,Seoul, Republic of Korea,2024,

Hewagama, J. L., & Gopura, S. ,".Handloom ecosystem: Revival of traditional textile culture of Sri Lanka through mainstream fashion trends.",International Foundation of Fashion Technology Institute (IFFTI), 26th Annual Conference,Seoul, Republic of Korea,2024,

Hewagama, J. L, Gopura, S., Rajapaksa, D. ,".Traditional craft revival: preserving and promoting indigenous handloom textile techniques in Sri Lanka.",4th International Conference on Intangible Cultural Heritage,Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura,2023,161

Thilakarathne , S., Gopura , S., Payne , A.,".Craft Traditions in Folklore: The Craft Symbols and Metaphors in the Folklore of Kuweni.",4th International Conference on Intangible Cultural Heritage, 247. ,Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura,2023,162

Thilakarathne , S., Gopura , S., Payne, A. ,".Preservation of Cultural Heritage: Exploring the Intersection of Gop Craft in Kohomba Yak Kankariya, Kuweni芒鈧劉s Folklore and Fashion Practice.",9th International Conference of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka and4th China - Sri Lanka Communication and Cooperation Forum,Centre for Research and Knowledge Dissemination (CRKD) of the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka,2023,245

Gopura, G., Payne, A., Thilakarathne, S.,".Visualizing Intangible Cultural Heritage: A Conceptual framework on the adaptation of Oral Traditions into Creative Practices.",Integrated Design Research Conference, 成人头条, Sri Lanka,成人头条, Sri Lanka,2023,

Gopura, G., Payne, A., Thilakarathne, S.,".Folklore in fashion-preserving intangible cultural heritage through fashion.",13th International Conference on Humanities, Psychology and Social Sciences,Amsterdam, The Netherlands,2023,

Weerasinghe, U. G. N. D. ,".A study of the traditional textile dyeing techniques of Sri Lankan intangible cultural heritage (Special reference to Pahatha Dumbara craft colony and historical sources).",3rd International Conference on Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICICH 2021),Department of Anthropology, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Sri Jayawardenepura, Sri Lanka,2021,

Dr Sumith Gopura, Dr Ayesha Wickramasinghe, Prof. Alice Payne, Shashiprabha Thilakarathne ,".The curse of Kuweni, Metaphorical approach to analyze power and style of folklore.",Culture Costume and Dress, The Body Politic: Dress, Identity and Power鈥�,BIRMINGHAM CITY University, Birmingham, United Kingdom,2021,50-56

Dr Ayesha Wickramasinghe,".The vintage draping styles in Sri Lanka, Special Reference to Sari During the 20th Century.",The Seventh International Research Conference on Humanities and Social Sciences (IRCHSS),Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka,2021,75

Dr Sumith Gopura, Dr Ayesha Wickramasinghe, Prof. Alice Payne, Shashiprabha Thilakarathne,".Kuweni, the first female ruler, Characterrization of intangible cultural heritage of folklore.",13th International Conference on Humanities, Psychology and Social Sciences, Amesterdam,Amsterdam, The Netherlands,2021,64-77

Dr Ayesha Wickramasinghe, Chinthaka Dharmakeerthi,".Adopting distance learning in Fashion Design education, Collaborative learning approach during Covid 19 pandemic.",SLAIHEE, Higher Education Conference,University of Colombo, Sri Lanka,2021,95-100

UGND Weerasinghe, Dr Ayesha Wickramasinghe,".A Study of Untouched Cultural Inheritance of Sri Lankan Traditional Textile and Apparel Dyeing Techniques concerning Dumbara weaving technique and Archival Material.",3rd International Conference on Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICICH) 2021,Department of Anthropology, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Sri Jayawardhanapura,2021,146

,".Architecture Stimuli Fashion: Idea Transformation through Symbolism from Inspiration to Design Realization.",UVPA-ICTM Joint International Research Symposium,University of the Visual and Performing Art, Sri Lanka,2019,202

,".Ethnic and Political Dress of Women: Socio-Cultural Influences and Artistic Review in Sri Lankan Context During and After Postcolonial Period.",2ND South Asia Conference on Multidisciplinary Research 2019,Colombo, Sri Lanka,2019,25

Nisansala M. Karunarathne,".Geometrical Locomotion.",International Research Symposium,Sri Lanka Foundation Institute,2018,77

,".Strips Creating Shapes.",International Conference on Arts and Humanities -ICOAH 2018,Colombo, Sri Lanka,2018,13

,".Movement of Slow-Fashion: Special Reference to Dumbara Weaving and Natural Dyes in Early Ceylon.",Second International Conference on Multidisciplinary Research (MR2018),Colombo, Sri Lanka,2018,30

Premadasa, K.H. ,".Comprehensive Study On The Tourism Based Handloom Clothing Into Fashionable Silhouette Trends (Special Reference to Female Tourists).",International Conference on the Apparel Industry: Productivity Improvement, Disruptive Innovation, and Leadership, Monash Business School, Monash University, Australia,Colombo, Sri Lanka,2018,35

Karandana, N. ,".Feasibility study of up cycling rejected garments to the fashion accessories for Patagonia.",International Conference on the Apparel Industry: Productivity Improvement, Disruptive Innovation, and Leadership, Monash Business School, Monash University, Australia,Colombo. Sri Lanka,2018,29

Gunasekara, H. ,".Visual analysis of optical illusion applications on plus size hourglass female body shapes.",International Research Symposium,Sri Lanka Foundation Institute,2018,133

Deegala, D.M.R.N.,".A Study of Identifying the Importance of an Anti-Ageing Bra Developed from Cosmetic Textile for Sri Lankan Market.",4 the International Conference on Arts and Humanities ,Colombo. Sri Lanka,2017,72

Gunasekara, H,".An Analysis of Female Body Shapes of Sri Lankan Women Age Between 25-35 Years.",7th Annual Research Symposium, ,University of the Visual and Performing Arts, Colombo, Sri Lanka,2017,41

,".A Study of Ancient Embroidery Craft of Sri Lanka in Relation to Colombo National Museum.",Second Asia-Pacific Conference on Multidisciplinary Research (APMR2017),Colombo, Sri Lanka,2017,13

,".A Study of Fashion Forecasting of Urban Sri Lankan Women during the British period .",6th Annual Research Symposium,University of the Visual and Performing Arts. Colombo. Sri Lanka,2016,124-130

,".Evaluate the History of Female Underclothing in Sri Lanka. .",5th Annual Research Symposium,University of the Visual and Performing Arts. Colombo. Sri Lanka,2015,294-308

Gopura, S. C.,".An Investigation into a User-Friendly Platform for Effective Time Management in Dressing Smart:Smart-wardrobe..",4th Annual Research Symposium,University of the Visual and Performing Arts, Colombo, Sri Lanka,2014,207-218

,".The Effect of Colonialism into Sri Lankan Female Dress..",4th Annual Research Symposium,University of the Visual and Performing Arts, Colombo, Sri Lanka,2014,190-205

Aththanayaka A. J., Gopura S. C.,".Developing a Natural Dye Colour Palette for Handloom Textile & Clothing Sector in Sri Lanka. .",International Research Conference on Humanities and Social Sciences (IRCHSS).,Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. Nugegoda, Sri Lanka.,2014,67-73

Gopura, S. C., Perera, U.P.S,".Investigate the Possibility of Using Poly Bag Yarns for Handloom Textiles..",International Research Conference on Humanities and Social Sciences (IRCHSS).,1st Wayamba International Conference. University of Wayamba. Kuliyapitiya, Sri Lanka.,2014,267-301

,".An Analysis of ancient Sri Lankan female clothing details depicted in Temple Paintings: Anuradhapura Era to the End of the 19th Century.",2nd International Conference on Social Sciences, (ICSS),Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka,2013,25

,".The ancient Sri Lankan female clothing details depicted from selected sculptures.",International Conference on Asian Art, Culture, and Heritage 鈥� August 2013 University of Kelaniya in collaboration with the International Association for Asian Heritage (IAAH),Centre for Asian Studies, University of Kelaniya. Colombo. Sri Lanka,2013,437-443

,".An Analysis of 19th Century Female Clothing in Sri Lanka: Depicted from Kathaluwa and Karagampitiya Temple Paintings.",3rd Annual Research Symposium,University of the Visual and Performing Arts. Colombo. Sri Lanka. ,2013,467-479

,".Effectiveness of E-Portfolios for Enhancing Students鈥� Job Opportunities and Learning Environment.",9th SDC - SLAHIEE Joined Conference,University of Colombo, Sri Lanka. ,2013,09

,".Hybrid of Art and Science: Contrasting approaches to Creative Pattern Draping Method by using Narrow Handloom Stripes.",1st International ISTANBUL TEXTILE ART-DESIGN SYMPOSIUM ,Marmara University, Istanbul, Turkey,2012,224

,".Impact of 鈥楽tudent Self Help Groups鈥� on Learning in the Classroom.",8th SDC - SLAHIEE Joined Conference,University of Colombo, Sri Lanka. ,2012,19

,".Which is more feminine: The 鈥榮ari鈥� or the 鈥楨vening dress鈥�? .",13th Annual research symposium,Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka,2012,157

Dulshan Ellawela,Sumith Gopura,TizianaFerrero-Regis,".Beyond the visuals: Sri Lankan stamp designers personalized approach in postage stamp design.",Design Studies,Volume 99,2025

Gopura, S.,".Weaving emotions: unraveling the emotional significance of Sri Lankan handloom artistry.",Journal of Humanities and Applied Social Sciences,,2024

Thilakarathne, S., Gopura, S., & Payne, A. ,".The Native Princess of Sri Lanka: The Thematic Metaphorical Approach in Symbolizing Characteristics of Folklore of Kuweni.",The Journal of American Folklore,137/544,2024

Dulshan Ellawela, Sumith Gopura,TizianaFerrero-Regis,".Stamps as Socio- Cultural artefacts: unveiling historical narratives through stamps of the pre-independence of Sri Lanka.",National Identities ,,2024

S. Thilakarathne, S. Gopura, A. Payne,".Crafting Kuweni芒鈧劉s Legacy: Folklore-Inspired Responsible Dyeing Techniques and Textile Developments.",Fashion Practice ,,2024

Sumith Gopura,".Dreams of Weaving: Creative Practice-Led Approach to Handloom Product Development in Sri Lanka Using Artisans' Socio-Emotional Identities.",Fashion Practice,,2023

,".Creative Interpretation and Product Development, Idea Revolution from Inspiration to Design Realization.",Journal of University of the Visual and Performing Arts,1,2021

,".Creative Interpretation and Product Development: Idea Revolution from Inspiration to Design Realization.",Journal of Visual and Performing Arts,3/1,2020

,".Vivienne Westwood And Her Fashion Mantra.",Journal of University of the Visual and Performing Arts,2/1,2019

,".Artistic Review of Sri Lankan Female Fashion and It芒鈧劉s Movement.",The Journal of Current Trends in Fashion Technology and Textile Engineering,Volume 03, Issue 03,2018

,".The Globalized Sari and Its Sexual Appeal via Femininity.",Journal of University of the Visual and Performing Arts,1,2018

,".The ancient Sri Lankan female clothing details depicted from selected sculptures.",Asian Art, Culture, and Heritage,1/1,2013

State Literacy Award 2022

Best 成人头条 and Research Work (English-2021) for the book 芒鈧淭he Dress of Women in Sri Lanka芒鈧劉 organized by State Advisory Council Literature Department of Cultural Affairs, Sri Lanka /university_news/dr-ayesha-wickramasinghe-wins-state-literacy-award-2022-best-academic-and-research

Completed short-Term research projects:芒鈧�

Dreams of Weaving: Application of socio-emotional identities in new product development in the Sri Lankan Handloom Weaving Industry 

Crafts get-together: A new dimension to the Handloom fabric through creative craft collaborations 

Newspaper Article/ Review

Ananda Coomaraswamy on Arts and Crafts: A Review of Ayesha Wickramasinghe芒鈧劉s 芒鈧淭he Dress of Women in Sri Lanka芒鈧劉

o  1stphase published on 28/12/2022 The Island Newspaper 

o  2ndphase published on 29/12/2022 The Island Newspaper 

PRESS COVERAGE (HYPERLINK ENABLED)

芒鈧淪ri Lanka Looking Through the Glass芒鈧劉, News Paper Article published on 芒鈧淭he Sunday Morning, Brunch芒鈧劉, 12/12/2021.

Wishmitha Athkam Ekamuthuwa: Goleeya Wilasitha Pravanatha saha Sri Lankeya Athyanthra Redi Pili Nirmanakeraneye Anagatha Dishanathiya, News Paper Article published on 芒鈧淭he Sunday Lankadeepa芒鈧劉, July, 21, 2021.

Mosthara Nirmanakeraneye Nawa Pravanatha, The Sunday Lankadeepa, Thaksalawa, July, 11, 2021

Dreams of Weaving-Socio Emotional Aspect of Handloom Artisans in Sri Lanka芒鈧劉, News Paper Article published on 芒鈧淭he Sunday Lankadeepa芒鈧劉, 28/03/2021.芒鈧撁犅菲捗犅堵泵犅放犆犅堵泵犅仿徝犅堵矫犅封赌櫭犅堵好犅堵泵犅放犆犅杜撁犅放∶犅菲捗犅封赌櫭犅封赌灻犅封赌櫭犅堵泵犅封偓脿路鈥櫭犅堵好犅仿惷犅堵好犅封赌澝犅堵该犅放犆⑩偓聺- 脿露鈥懊犅堵幻犅封�櫭犅堵犅仿徝犅堵矫犅垛�毭犅杜∶犅仿徝犅堵犅封�溍犅堵�- 脿露颅脿露拧脿路艩脿路茠脿露陆脿路聫脿路鈧�

芒鈧淒reams of Weaving-Socio Emotional Aspect of Handloom Artisans in Sri Lanka芒鈧劉, News Paper Article published on 芒鈧淭he Sunday Morning, Brunch芒鈧劉, 18/02/2021.

Driving Innovation and Learning through Uncertain Times, 成人头条, Distance Learning Platform, 芒鈧淢ORA-CRAFT-STUDIO芒鈧劉, Fashion Design and Product Development, News Paper Article published on 芒鈧淭he Sunday Morning, Brunch芒鈧劉, 15/11/2020.

芒鈧揥e are on the cusp of a new era for Sri Lankan Handloom芒鈧�- The Morning newspaper -Brunch section- September 06, 2021 芒鈧�

Lankeeya Athyanthra Redipili Nirmanakeranaye Anagathaya, Sunday Lankadeepa, November, 21, 2021 芒鈧�

We are not Loud Enough about our Artisanal Activities, The 成人头条 on their latest research into the handloom industry芒鈧劉, News Paper Article published on 芒鈧淭he Sunday Morning, Brunch芒鈧劉, 29/11/2020.

ELECTRONIC MEDIA COVERAGE (HYPERLINK ENABLED) 

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Nugasewana 脿露鈥γ犅堵犅放犆犅封偓脿路聬脿露陆 - 脿露鈥γ犅堵疵犅堵� 脿露艙脿路聬脿路鈥γ犅堵疵犅封劉脿露卤 脿路鈧犅封�櫭犅堵矫犅仿徝犅菲捗犅封�櫭犅堵犅仿� 2022-11-15 |Rupavahini 10 am- 10.30 am  

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Irida Ayubowan (10-04-2022) Rupavahini 9.30am-10am, 

Irida Ayubowan, Interview, 10.04.2022, 9.40am current research in Sri Lankan Handloom and Craft sector (20min). , 

Kaleidoscopewith Savithri Rodrigo, published on 11/02/2022: Interview regarding the book of 芒鈧淭he Dress of Women in Sri Lanka芒鈧劉 

Sirasa News Article, regarding 芒鈧揇reams of Weaving: Application of socio-emotional identities in new product development in Sri Lankan Handloom weaving industry芒鈧� SRC/ ST/2019/ 48, funded project published on 01/ 02/2022:,

Thilakarathne , S. (2023, February). Featuring PhD study on QUT Textile Autumn Newsletter . Uom.lk. /textile/news_events/featuring-phd-study-qut-textiler-autumn-newsletter