About/CV

Contemporary Artist & Blogger with varied accomplishments. Continuously learning, with attention to detail, time management and strong organizational skills.  Possess a strong sense of artistry and forward thinking that is consistently displayed

About Rosita

Born and raised in Sri Lanka and now based in Vancouver, BC, Rosita is a self-taught artist inspired by nature, wildlife, and lived experience. Growing up surrounded by diverse landscapes and rich animal life fostered her deep respect for the natural world. Working primarily in acrylics, She creates realistic paintings that tell stories of connection, conservation, and beauty. Her work reflects a desire to celebrate wildlife in its natural habitat and inspire viewers to appreciate and protect our environment She studied Fine Arts at Emily Carr University of Art & Design Vancouver and have completed courses at the Federation of Canadian Artists with several signature Artists in Vancouver.

She has membership status with

  • Federation of Canadian Artists, Vancouver
  • Arts Council of Surrey, Newton Cultural Centre, Surrey, BC
  • Langley Arts Council, Langley, BC
  • Artswest Club of Surrey

Awards/Recognition:

Honourable Mention Christmas Card Juried Competition -Arts Council of Surrey

Arts 2019 Juried Competition Mixed Media Category – Surrey Art Gallery  

Third place –“Together Apart” Juried Art competition -Arts Council of Surrey

Background

Born in Sri Lanka. She grew up in Sri Lanka and lived for short periods of time in LA,, Dubai and Doha and moved to BC, Canada in 2009. She loves to travel and enjoys listening to music.

Exhibitions

2021 Colours of nature duo exhibition at Newton Cultural Centre Gallery

2020 Artspacifc -Aldergrove Kinsmen Community Center Gallery

2020 Together Apart – Arts Council of Surrey Gallery

2020 Incognito – Township of Langley Civic Facility, Langley, BC

2020 Natural World-Newton Cultural Centre Gallery

2019 Surrey Fleetwood Community Centre, Surrey, BC

2019 Annual International Mail-In Art Exhibition, Federation of Canadian Artists Gallery

2019 Christmas Card Art juried exhibition- Newton Cultural Centre, Gallery

2019 Reflections – Artswest Society at Newton Cultural Centre Gallery

2019 Ten Squared Exhibition – Federation of Canadian Artists Gallery

2019 Nature of Things – Surrey Art Gallery

2018 Rhythm of Horses – Art in found spaces, Langley City Hall

2018 Summer exhibition at Langley Civic Facility

GET IN TOUCH

Rosita can be reached via email : rosita.herat@yahoo.com for undertaking any commissions.