Vikum Chandrasekara

Best Contemporary Artist Unilever International School Art Project 2006 REALITY AND DREAMS Unilever International Mar 2007 In 2006, I experienced the pinnacle of my artistic journey when Unilever launched an international art competition. Seizing the opportunity, I submitted one of my artworks, not knowing what to expect. Days turned into anticipation until the moment I received the life-changing letter that declared me the winner of the competition, securing the prestigious title of "All Island First Place." As part of my prize, I was granted the incredible opportunity to embark on a captivating London tour. The… Show more In 2006, I experienced the pinnacle of my artistic journey when Unilever launched an international art competition. Seizing the opportunity, I submitted one of my artworks, not knowing what to expect. Days turned into anticipation until the moment I received the life-changing letter that declared me the winner of the competition, securing the prestigious title of "All Island First Place." As part of my prize, I was granted the incredible opportunity to embark on a captivating London tour. The news of my triumph rippled through the media, with several newspapers running stories about my achievement. The icing on the cake was the invitations I received to appear on various television shows, making me a celebrated figure in the art world. Looking back, it was an immensely impressive and unforgettable chapter in my life. As a result of that 2007 march 25 me and my mother went to London and met lots of artists all around the world. Show less