Fine Art by Maria Abeyesekere
Museum Quality Portrait & Figurative Artist / painter for Collectors Worldwide
Maria Abeyesekere is an internationally commissioned portrait and figurative artist / painter based in Sri Lanka, renowned for creating museum-quality fine art for private collectors, families, and Corporations worldwide. With over 35 years of professional practice, her work is distinguished by exceptional realism, refined technique, and enduring elegance. Working across hyperrealism and photorealistic portraiture, figurative painting, and scientifically accurate botanical art, Maria creates artworks that transcend trends and become meaningful, heirloom-quality pieces.
An Artist Collected for Legacy
Maria Abeyesekere’s artworks are held in private international collections, valued for their precision, emotional depth, and archival standards. Her practice appeals to collectors who seek luxury fine art—works created not for decoration, but for legacy, heritage, and long-term cultural value.
Each artwork is executed using professional-grade materials and classical techniques, ensuring longevity suitable for prestigious private collections and gallery environments.
Portrait Commissions
Timeless Portraits for Private Collectors
Maria is best known for her bespoke portrait and figurative paintings, commissioned by families, expatriates, and discerning collectors. Her portraits go beyond likeness, capturing presence, character, and inner life with clarity and restraint. Every commission is handled with discretion and personal attention, offering clients a collaborative process that results in a timeless, deeply personal artwork.
Portrait commissions are undertaken on a limited basis each year.
Botanical, Wildlife & Nature-Inspired Fine Art
Living within one of the world’s most significant biodiversity regions informs Maria’s botanical and nature-based practice. Her scientifically accurate botanical illustrations document rare and endemic species while maintaining a refined aesthetic sought by collectors and institutions alike.
In 2025, Maria was invited to represent Sri Lanka at Botanical Art Worldwide – India, reflecting her standing within the international botanical art community.
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Commissions for Private Collectors, Families & Corporations
Maria accepts a limited number of commissions annually, allowing each artwork to receive uncompromising attention. Commissioned works include:
• Luxury Portrait & Figurative Paintings
• Museum-Standard Botanical Art
• Nature & Wildlife-Inspired Fine Art
Galleries and collectors seeking refined, exhibition-ready artworks are invited to enquire.