BIO
Hishani is a Toronto-based artist with a self-created technique: painting with ice. This unique method of working with frozen acrylic ice allows her to enjoy the process of creating rather than the end result. Her main inspiration has always been the human form and capturing its subtle sensations.
Born in Colombo, Sri Lanka, she immigrated to Toronto with her mother and sister to join her father. Growing up with a passion for the visual arts led her to York University, where she received her Bachelor of Fine Arts. It was during this time she created this unique technique. Hishani is currently continuing her vibrant exploration of acrylic paintings using ice while living the life of an artist.
ARTIST STATEMENT
Making the first mark on the canvas has always been a moment full of uncertainty and anxiety until I started painting with ice. I learned to slow down, relax, sit back and let the melting process do its thing.
Starting with an image in mind, I choose not to reveal the whole composition. I prefer it when your eyes complete the image and create your own story.
Most see what they want to see and that’s my favourite part.
It’s not what I see, it’s what you see.