This technique of creating colorful art on cloth was brought to Ceylon during the British Colonial era which runs back to 19 th century in history.Long before Srilanka was known as Ceylon by many travelers at the time. Given enough evidence that natives were having a great ability to enhance a great artistic culture and illustrations they were specialized making dyes by aid of fruit and herbs. Aft
er the Colonial era people in SriLankan has developed this visitor technique of wax , to a beautiful marriage of their own cultural motives and designs. By the end of 20 th century ,Many who visited Srilanka were fascinated by this beautiful Art of fabric design. Tourist industry it self promoted the very first Batik industries and chain of tourist shops all over Srilanka in Late 1960's.Batiks are full of color, vibrant and attractive. It brings out class and elegance at any event. It treasures an enormous amount of talented workmanship and patience. Art Lankan Batiks, Gatambe - Kandy,is one of Srilanka's most popular and unique Batik Factory and Batik Showroom which was established in 1976 by Artist Ananda Abeykone. Designer, Deerga was a part of the Industry for the last 20 years . She has a clear view of creating batiks in to innovative designs and dress patterns. Certified proficiency by Afro-Asia-Pacific Training and Research Center in fashion Designing and fashion Illustrating , Deerga has proven her enthusiasm in several Fashion Shows taken place in Home town Kandy. Her vision is to enlarge the beauty of craftsmanship,creativity and innovation, with a blend and balance of traditional motives and images between frames. Note : All products are done with natural dyes and they are all environment friendly . All products can wash in washing machine can put in the dryer and Iron repeatedly.