H. K. Praneeth Maleesha

ÀNI Art Academies Sri Lanka

Praneeth is a Sri Lankan artist and instructor who began his formal art education at ÀNI Art Academies Sri Lanka in 2019. His passion for drawing began in childhood, and those early experiences continue to provide inspiration for the themes and imagery found throughout his work.

Through the ÀNI Art Academies curriculum, Praneeth had the privilege of studying under Timothy W. Jahn and Rodney O’Dell Davis. His continued dedication to his artistic development has earned recognition in both national and international exhibitions and competitions.

Praneeth’s honors include Second Place in the Drawing Category at the 17th International ARC Salon Competition and an Honorable Mention in the Drawing Category at the 18th International ARC Salon Competition. He also received Second Place in the 7th Annual ÀNI Art Academies Drawing Competition in 2024 and Third Place in the 8th Annual ÀNI Art Academies Drawing Competition.

His work has been exhibited internationally, including exhibitions in Thailand and the United States. Praneeth currently serves as an instructor at ÀNI Art Academies Sri Lanka, where he now contributes to the same educational program that shaped his own artistic development.

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