About & Awards

Tid bits about me!

Lakshitha Karunarathna is an internationally acclaimed wildlife photographer based in Sri Lanka. With a deep-rooted passion for nature and wildlife, Lakshitha’s journey into photography was inspired by the renowned naturalist broadcaster, Sir David Attenborough. From a young age, he immersed himself in the study of nature through still and motion documentaries, eventually paving the way for his career in wildlife photography.

Although his profession lies in tea tasting, Lakshitha’s true calling lies in exploring the wilderness. He embarks on captivating journeys across Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Arctic to fulfill his childhood dream of connecting intimately with nature and capturing its essence through his lens.

Lakshitha Karunarathna’s photography portfolio showcases his expertise in fine art and monochrome wildlife pictures. His meticulous attention to detail, masterful composition, and ability to capture fleeting moments result in visually stunning and emotionally impactful images. Through his work, Lakshitha harnesses the power of photography to evoke a sense of awe and reverence for the beauty and fragility of the natural world.

Awards & Recognitions!

Grand Prize Winner

Nature's Best Photography 2017 USA

Grand Prize Winner

Africa’s Photographer of the Year 2018

Winner (Birds & Chiroptera category)

OASIS Photo competition 2018 ITALY

Overall Runner-up

Sanctuary Wildlife Awards 2018 INDIA

Grand Prize Winner

Nature's Best Photography 2017 USA

Grand Prize Winner

Nature's Best Photography 2017 USA

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Interesting Reads

Chasing Redstarts: Exploring Sabden’s Countryside

Let It Snow: Photographing in the Depths of Winter

Capturing a Difference of Opinions – Camera Set-up for Fighting Birds