- 2000 Bachelor of Fine Arts (Painting and Sculpture), Institute of Aesthetic Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka
T. P. G. Amarajeewa is a painter and graphic artist. His work following Don’t Measure Me likewise focused on “war and violence and how it affected and transformed Sri Lankan society” in the course of prolonged armed conflict and the ensuing deaths and suffering. In addition to his artistic endeavors, he is running NeoGraphics, an artwork and offset printing company.
"Height: 5.4 feet
Chest: 32 inches
These are the qualifications for joining the army. Everyday and everywhere electronic and print media are appealing to the youth to join the armed forces in order to become a hero. I am over 5.4 feet tall and my chest circumference is over 32 inches, but I am not a hero.
Is measuring the extent of the body all it needs to qualify for war?”
Don´t Measure Me
Digital prints. 2001. 180 x 122 cm. 91,5 x 61 cm.
