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!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!AYESHA WICKRAMASINGHE Department of Textile and Clothing Technology University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka ayesha@uom.lk !

!!!!!!! A confident and capable researcher and academic who extensively published conceptual and subjective experimental work with significant expertise in fashion and textile design. Highly experienced in live industry project supervision, concept development, 2D to 3D and studio work Academic Qualifications Ph.D., 2016, Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of the Visual and Performing Arts, Sri Lanka. Dissertation Title: Twentieth Century Female Clothing Approaches in Sri Lanka. Major Professor: Sarath Chandrajeewa MA in Fashion Design and Technology (Women’s Wear), 2009, London College of Fashion, University of the Arts London, United Kingdom. Research Title: PRISM: Hybrid of Art and Science: Contrasting approaches to Creative Pattern Draping Method by using Narrow Handloom Stripes. Major Tutor: Darren Cabon B. Des. (Hons-1st Class), 2006, Department of Textile and Clothing Technology, University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka. Concept Title: Eclectic Mix: Men’s Ties into Female Garments. Major Tutor: Carmel Kelly Professional qualifications CTHE, Certificate in Teaching in Higher Education, 2011, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka SEDA, Staff, and Educational Development Association, 2011, England, United Kingdom.

Memberships Member of Sri Lanka Association for Improving Higher Education Effectiveness (SLAIHEE), the University of Colombo from 2012 Member of University of the Arts London Alumni Association: the largest creative network in the world from 2009

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Awards and Prizes Best oral presentation in the ‘Painting and Photography session’ for the research paper titled “Strips Creating Shapes” at the 5th International Conference on Arts and Humanities (ICOAH) 2018. Best poster presentation for the research paper titled “A Study of Identifying the Importance of an Anti-Ageing Bra Developed from Cosmetic Textile for Sri Lankan Market” at the 4th International Conference on Arts and Humanities (ICOAH) 2017.

Gold medal for the best academic performance, 2006, Graduation Award Ceremony, University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka, Sponsored by MAS Holdings Pvt Ltd. Serendib Inspirational Award, Graduation Fashion Show, 2005, University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka

Scholarships and Grants Achieved

Research Grants for reading Doctoral Studies (Ph.D.), 2012, University of Visual and Performing Arts, Sri Lanka, Granted by University Grant Commission, Sri Lanka Design internship at Kappa Group, China. 2009, Sponsored by Dongxiang (Group) Co, Ltd, China Scholarship for MA, Fashion Design and Technology, 2007, University of the Arts London, London College of Fashion, UK, Funded by Ministry of Textile, Sri Lanka and University of the Arts London Design internship at Victoria’s Secrets Design Studio, 2005, USA. Sponsored by Brandix Lanka Pvt Ltd and MAS Holdings Pvt Ltd

Post-Graduate Research Supervision

N. Ranasinghe, Master of Philosophy (MPhil), 2019-2021, Novel Dyes in Natural

Ingredients, Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of the Visual and Performing Arts, Sri Lanka DHPS Gunesekera, Master of Philosophy (MPhil), 2018 (An Analysis of Fashion Optical Illusion on Hourglass body shapes [with special reference on plus size women aged 25-35 in Sri Lanka) Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of the Visual and Performing Arts, Sri Lanka

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Publications Book Publication The Dress of Women in Sri Lanka (Printing in progress)

International Journal Publications Wickramasinghe, A. T. P. (2018) Artistic Review of Sri Lankan Female Fashion and It’s Movement. The Journal of Current Trends in Fashion Technology and Textile Engineering. Juniper Publishers. USA. Volume: 3, Issue: 3-March 2018, DOI: 10.19080/CTFTTE.2018.03.555613

Local Journal Publications

Wickramasinghe, A. T. P. (2018) The Globalized Sari and Its Sexual Appeal via Femininity. Journal of Visual and Performing Arts. University of the Visual and Performing Arts. Sri Lanka. pp. 41-47 (ISSN 2651-0286 2018) Wickramasinghe, A. T. P. (2013) The ancient Sri Lankan female clothing details depicted from selected sculptures. Asian Art, Culture, and Heritage, 01(01) pp. 437- 443

International Poster Publications Deegala, D.M.R.N., and Wickramasinghe, A.T.P. (2017) A Study of Identifying the Importance of an Anti-Ageing Bra Developed from Cosmetic Textile for Sri Lankan Market, 4 the International Conference on Arts and Humanities 2017(ISBN: 978-955-4903-77-7, 2017 TIIKM). Colombo. Sri Lanka. (September 21-22, 2017) Best Poster Presentation, 4 the International Conference on Arts and Humanities 2017 Wickramasinghe, A. T. P. (2012) Hybrid of Art and Science: Contrasting approaches to Creative Pattern Draping Method by using Narrow Handloom Stripes. 1st International ISTANBUL TEXTILE ART-DESIGN SYMPOSIUM, Marmara University, Istanbul, Turkey International Conference Proceedings

Gunasekara, H. and Wickramasinghe, A.T.P. (2018) Visual analysis of optical illusion applications on plus size hourglass female body shapes. International Research Symposium, University of the Visual and Performing Arts. Colombo. Sri Lanka

Karunarathne, N. and Wickramasinghe, A.T.P. (2018) Geometrical Locomotion. International Research Symposium, University of the Visual and Performing Arts. Colombo. Sri Lanka

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Wickramasinghe, A.T.P. (2018) Strips Creating Shapes, International Conference on Arts and Humanities 2018 (ISBN: 978-955-4903-77-7, 2017 TIIKM). Colombo. Sri Lanka. (September 27-28, 2018)

Wickramasinghe, A. T. P. (2018) Movement of Slow-Fashion: Special Reference to Dumbara Weaving and Natural Dyes in Early Ceylon. Second International Conference on Multidisciplinary Research (MR2018), The International Center for Research and Development (ICRD). Colombo. Sri Lanka. Karandana, N. and Wickramasinghe, A. T. P. (2018) Feasibility study of up cycling rejected garments to the fashion accessories for Patagonia. International Conference on the Apparel Industry: Productivity Improvement, Disruptive Innovation, and Leadership, Monash Business School, Monash University, Australia (February 7-8, 2018) Premadasa, K.H. and Wickramasinghe, A. T. P. (2018) Comprehensive Study On The Tourism Based Handloom Clothing Into Fashionable Silhouette Trends (Special Reference to Female Tourists). International Conference on the Apparel Industry: Productivity Improvement, Disruptive Innovation, and Leadership, Monash Business School, Monash University, Australia (February 7-8, 2018) Wickramasinghe, A. T. P. (2017) A Study of Ancient Embroidery Craft of Sri Lanka in Relation to Colombo National Museum, Second Asia-Pacific Conference on Multidisciplinary Research 2017 (ISBN: 978-1-988652-08-5, APMR2017). Unique Conferences, Canada (July 29-30, 2017) Aththanayaka A. J., Gopura S. C., Wickramasinghe A. T. P. (2014) Developing a Natural Dye Colour Palette for Handloom Textile & Clothing Sector in Sri Lanka. International Research Conference on Humanities and Social Sciences (IRCHSS). Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. Nugegoda, Sri Lanka Gopura, S. C., Perera, U.P.S and Wickramasinghe, A.T.P. (2014) Investigate the Possibility of Using Poly Bag Yarns for Handloom Textiles. 1st Wayamba International Conference. The University of Wayamba. Kuliyapitiya, Sri Lanka

Wickramasinghe, A. T. P. (2013) An Analysis of ancient Sri Lankan female clothing details depicted in Temple Paintings: Anuradhapura Era to the End of the 19th Century. 2nd International Conference on Social Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, (ICSS). Colombo. Sri Lanka (22nd - 23rd November 2013) Wickramasinghe, A. T. P. (2013) The ancient Sri Lankan female clothing details depicted from selected sculptures. International Conference on Asian Art, Culture, and Heritage – August 2013 University of Kelaniya in collaboration with the International Association for Asian Heritage (IAAH), Centre for Asian Studies, University of Kelaniya. Colombo. Sri Lanka

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Local Conference Proceedings Gunasekara, H. and Wickramasinghe, A.T.P. (2017) An Analysis of Female Body Shapes of Sri Lankan Women Age Between 25-35 Years. 7th Annual Research Symposium, University of the Visual and Performing Arts. Colombo. Sri Lanka Wickramasinghe, A. T. P. (2016) A Study of Fashion Forecasting of Urban Sri Lankan Women during the British period. 6th Annual Research Symposium, University of the Visual and Performing Arts. Colombo. Sri Lanka. (November 2016) Wickramasinghe, A. T. P. (2015) Evaluate the History of Female Underclothing in Sri Lanka. 5th Annual Research Symposium, University of the Visual and Performing Arts. Colombo. Sri Lanka. (November 2015). Gopura, S. C., Wickramasinghe, A.T.P. (2014) Smart-wardrobe. 4th Annual Research Symposium, University of the Visual and Performing Arts. Colombo. Sri Lanka. (November 2014) Wickramasinghe, A. T. P. (2014) The Effect of Colonialism into Sri Lankan Female Dress. 4th Annual Research Symposium, University of the Visual and Performing Arts. Colombo. Sri Lanka. (November 2014) Wickramasinghe, A. T. P. (2013) An Analysis of 19th Century Female Clothing in Sri Lanka: Depicted from Kathaluwa and Karagampitiya Temple Paintings. 3rd Annual Research Symposium, University of the Visual and Performing Arts. Colombo. Sri Lanka. (August 2013) Wickramasinghe, A. T. P. (2013) Effectiveness of E-Portfolios for Enhancing Students’ Job Opportunities and Learning Environment, 9th SDC - SLAHIEE Joined Conference, (http://www.slaihee.org/data/conference2013.php) Wickramasinghe, A. T. P. (2012) Impact of ‘Student Self Help Groups’ on Learning in the Classroom, 8th SDC - SLAHIEE Joined Conference, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka. (http://www.slaihee.org/home/conference_2012.h Wickramasinghe, A. T. P. (2012) Which is more feminine: The ‘sari’ or the ‘Evening dress’? 13th Annual research symposium, Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka

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International Fashion shows Participated Wickramasinghe, A. (2008) Prism. [Fashion Show, Automobile club, London. 21st July 2009] Wickramasinghe, A. (2008) Prism. [Fashion Show, London College of Fashion, Auditorium. 18th January 2009] (http://showtime.arts.ac.uk/ayesha)

Local Fashion Shows Participated Wickramasinghe, A. (2008) Prism. [Fashion Show, A&E, Colombo, 15th February 2011]. Wickramasinghe, A. (2008) Prism. [Fashion Show, NIDAHASA Exhibition, Colombo. 17th-20th November 2010] Wickramasinghe, A. (2006) Eclectic Mix. [University of Moratuwa First Graduation Fashion Show, Waters Edge, Colombo. 20th July 2005]. Wickramasinghe, A. (2005) Eclectic Mix. [Fashion Show, A&E, Colombo, 15th February 2011]. Wickramasinghe, A. (2005) Eclectic Mix. [Fashion Show, NIDAHASA Exhibition, Colombo. 17th-20th November 2010] Wickramasinghe, A. (2005) Eclectic Mix. [Fashion Show, Waters Edge, Colombo. 20th July 2005]. Exhibitions Participated Wickramasinghe, A. (2005) Eclectic Mix. [STATIC EXHIBITION, FACE-SBMEC, Colombo. 19-21 July 2005]

Interviews, programs and Speeches Wickramasinghe, A. (2014) Fashioning the Handloom Textiles [Guest Lecture]. In: Industrial Development Board, Katubadha, Sri Lanka. Wickramasinghe, A. (2013) Graduation Exhibition 2013 [Interview]. In: Sirasa TV I style (02/03/2013). Colombo: Sirasa TV (Pvt) Ltd. Wickramasinghe, A. (2013) Graduation Fashion Show 2013 [Interview]. In: Sirasa TV I style (09/03/2013). Colombo: Sirasa TV (Pvt) Ltd. Wickramasinghe, A. (2011) Graduation Fashion Show 2011 [Interview]. In: Derana TV (2011). Colombo: Derana TV (Pvt) Ltd. Wickramasinghe, A. (2011) Miss Sri Lanka [Interview and Workshop]. In: Derana TV (2011). Colombo: Derana TV (Pvt) Ltd.

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Wickramasinghe, A. (2011) Scarp Book of Chandrajeewa [Speech]. In: Sapumal Foundation, Colombo, Sri Lanka. External Academic Involvements Scientific committee member of the 6th International Conference on Arts and Humanities (ICOAH) 2019 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia under the theme “Decolonization in the Arts and Humanities ” Represent the judging panel of ‘MAS Awards for the best student of FDPD’ 2018 and 2019. Evaluator for the ‘texstyle’ exhibition, TTI6369, Fashion Design and Product Development, The Department of Textile and Apparel Technology, Open University of Sri Lanka 2017-2018

Participate as a resource person to validate National Competency Standard (NCS) and Curriculum (NVQ level 4) for the ‘Apparel Designer’ at the National Apprentice and Industrial Training Authority (NAITA), October 29th 2018 Member of the judging panel for the selection of provincial winners, Central, Southern and Wayaba provinces for the National Handloom Textile Exhibition, Ransalu, Department of Textile Industry, Ministry of Industry and Commerce, Colombo, Sri Lanka, 2018 Member of the editorial panel (from September 2018) of the journal of the EC Fashion Technology and Textile Engineering (ECFT), which is a bimonthly open access interdisciplinary journal that mainly emphasis on fashion art and textile processing research Moderator for the following papers for the exam of Fashion Design, and Product Development, The Department of Textile and Apparel Technology, Open University of Sri Lanka, 2017-2019

Process of Fashion Design Fashion Draping Fashion Illustration

Scientific committee member of the South Asia Conference on Multidisciplinary Research 2018 (SAMR’18) hosted International Center for Research & Development, Colombo, Sri Lanka & Unique Conferences Canada Reviewer of International Conference on Arts and Humanities (ICOAH) is being hosted by Universiti Sains Malaysia and organized by The International Institute of Knowledge Management (TIIKM) in collaboration with Concordia University, Montreal, 2017 Evaluator for the ‘DALI & FRIDA’ fashion show, The British School of Colombo, Sri Lanka, 2017. Lesson editor for Bachelor of Technology (BIS), The Open University, Sri Lanka, 2016/ 2017

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Assessor for the final assessment of students, Higher Diploma in Fashion Design and Product Development at the Sri Lanka Institute of Textile and Apparel, Ministry of Industry and Commerce, 2016. Evaluator for the final selection of National winners, National Handloom Textile Exhibition, Ransalu, Department of Textile Industry, Ministry of Industry and Commerce, Colombo, Sri Lanka, 2015 International and Local Collaborations and Community development Projects with the Industry/ Government Collaborated with Ministry of Textile and Industry Commerce developed creative involvement of handloom textile designs in Kottala handloom Centre, Gampaha District for the international market 2014, Sri Lanka. Collaborated with Ministry of Textile and Industry Commerce developed creative involvement of handloom textile designs and exhibition outlet in Central Province for the National Textile and Apparel Exhibition, Ransalu, 2012, Colombo, Sri Lanka. Worked as an external resource person collaborated with Ministry of Textile and Industry Commerce for creativity development of handloom textile designs in Uva Province, 2011/ 2012, Sri Lanka. Worked as an external resource person collaborated with Ministry of Textile and Industry Commerce for creativity development of handloom textile designs in Wayamba Province, 2011/ 2012, Sri Lanka. Collaborated with London College of Fashion, University of the Arts London, UK organized Graduation Fashion Shows, University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka (as a member of fashion show committee) from 2006 to present. Collaborated with Derana TV developed MISS SRI LANKA ‘Evening Gown’ event (silhouette designs) with final year students, 2011.

Work Experiences Senior Lecturer University of Moratuwa (www.mrt.ac.lk), 02/2006 – to date Working as a Senior Lecturer for Fashion Design and Product Development degree course, Department of Textile and Clothing Technology, Faculty of Engineering. Currently working on final year students’ design projects including concept development, 2D to 3D design developments, styling and garment production. Lectured and communicated effectively with undergraduate students from diverse backgrounds and concepts Initiated thought-provoking, constructively criticized tutorials and discussions to help undergraduate students develop their critical thinking up to a commercially viable product range

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Challenged and motivated students through detailed term projects that stimulated conceptual and technical aspects Maintained academic records and grades

• Chief Examiner, national exam of Fashion Design and Product Development (Aptitude test), 2017 and 2018

• Final year academic coordinator, 2010/ 2011, 2016/2017, 2017/2018. • Reviewer of curriculum development, Fashion Design, and Product

Development, 2017/2018 • Faculty member, Faculty of Engineering, University of Moratuwa from 2013 to

present Design Consultant Romafour/ Grow Tex, Colombo, 2011 – 2013. Freelance designer and design consultant for Women’s wear and children’s wear for the local market Designer Asudari Ltd, London, UK. (www.asudari.com) 03/2009 – 05/2009 Assistant Fashion Designer for Asudari brand. Charas Design Wear, London, UK. (www.charasdesignwear.com – Eveningwear) 01/2009 – 03/2009. Assistant Designer for Chars Design Wear. Favorites Group, Sri Lanka, Colombo (www.favouritegroup.com) 2006 – 2007. Designer for NEXT, GAP & A&F Victoria’s Secrets, New York Design Studio, USA (www.victoria’s secrets.com) 10/2005 – 12/2005. Assistant trainee designer for Victoria’s Secrets, sub-brand ‘Very Sexy’ MAS Holdings (Mas Intimates), Sri Lanka, Colombo (www.masholdings.com) 2004 – 2006, Technical Designer for GAP & VICTORIA’S SECRETS MAS Holdings (Linea Intimo, MAS Active), Sri Lanka, Colombo (www.masholdings.com) 05/2003 – 09/2003, Trainee designer for NIKE & ADIDAS !