Yashaswin Dineth Bamunusingha
I am a multidisciplinary individual working at the intersection of print design, visual communication, technology, and physics, with over a decade of hands-on experience spanning commercial print production, academic research environments, and science communication.
My journey began at a very early age through my father, a commercial artist who transitioned from traditional drafting tools such as Rotring pens and manual drawing tables into digital design during the mid-2000s. He also owned a small-scale print shop, exposing me from childhood to the full lifecycle of design — from concept and layout to material choice, printing, cutting, and finishing. This early exposure shaped my understanding of design not merely as visual expression, but as a technical and commercial discipline.
Early Creative Foundations
During my primary school years at Kottawa Dharmapala Vidyalaya, I began designing small greeting cards, invitations, and booklets as a hobby. Alongside this, my parents strongly encouraged travel, nature observation, photography, and hands-on creative skills — an educational philosophy that blended art, science, and environmental awareness.
In Grade 4 (2010, Age 9), following a family visit to Horton Plains, I wrote, photographed, and designed a small illustrated booklet titled:
• “Ma Dutu Sundara Horton Thanna”
(“The Wonderful Horton Plains I Saw”)
The booklet was self-designed and printed, and later formally published with an ISBN, marking my first published work. This experience laid the foundation for both my print design practice and my long-standing interest in nature and science communication.
Encouraged by this success, I authored and designed several additional books, handling writing, photography, layout, and production independently:
• 2011 – “Wananthare Dawanthayo” (Sri Lankan Elephants)
• 2012 – “Wananthare Ahinsakayo” (Innocent Lives of the Wild)
• 2013 – “Sinharajaye Dawasak” (A Day in the Sinharaja Rainforest)
All visuals used in these publications were based on photographs I captured during extensive travel across Sri Lanka.
Photography & Exhibition Work
Through years of wildlife photography, I built a substantial photographic archive of Sri Lankan biodiversity. This culminated in my first solo exhibition:
• WildEye – Solo Wildlife Photography Exhibition
Held at the main hall of Mahinda Rajapaksa College
During my school years, I also served as the President of the Photographic Art Society and well as a prefect, organising events, mentoring students, and leading visual documentation for school events. These roles strengthened my leadership skills and deepened my understanding of visual storytelling for public audiences.
Technical & Digital Expansion
Parallel to creative work, I developed strong technical foundations in computing. I learned computer hardware, operating systems, troubleshooting, and software workflows hands-on, eventually taking on paid technical work for family friends by the age of 15.
This technical confidence expanded my creative toolkit into:
• video editing
• motion graphics
• basic 3D animation
• digital illustration
• robotics and IoT experimentation
I actively participated in ICT and creative competitions, earning recognition including:
• 2nd Place – All-Island Interschool Photography Competition
• Provincial Award – Best Dengue Prevention Themed Video Commercial
Print Design Practice & Industry Experience
Throughout my school years, I was the primary designer for a wide range of institutional print materials including booklets, invitations, banners, posters, and marketing assets. Importantly, my father deliberately delayed my entry into paid commercial design until I was older, ensuring education remained the priority.
By the age of 16, I began taking on paid design work as a side hustle, initially for teachers and educational institutions.
After completing my Advanced Levels in the Biological Science Stream (Biology, Chemistry, Physics), I chose to pursue physics academically while continuing professional design work.
I enrolled in the BSc (Hons) in Physics program at the Open University of Sri Lanka (OUSL). To support my studies, I began working part-time at GLD Printshop, a reputed offset printing facility, where I continue to work today.
Over five years of industry experience, I have handled:
• professional offset print design
• cost-optimized layouts
• material-specific design
• die-cut and cutter block preparation
• foiling and finishing workflows
• large-scale commercial production
I have designed projects for clients ranging from small businesses to multinational organizations, gaining a production-first mindset where design decisions are driven by real-world constraints.
Academic & Research Integration
At OUSL, I became actively involved in academic societies, particularly ZooNet – the official student–staff society of the Department of Zoology. I contributed extensively to science communication through print and digital design.
I was appointed Head of Design & Media, later serving as an Executive Committee Member, working closely with academic staff. Through these collaborations, I contributed to:
• institutional publications
• scientific outreach materials
• fundraising merchandise
• research visualization
I have co-contributed to academic publications and research projects, including work on environmental awareness and multi-sensor systems for behavioral monitoring.
Through NeoSpace Laboratories, Department of Physics (OUSL), I gained hands-on experience in:
• laser cutting and engraving
• 3D printing and prototyping
• CAD preparation for fabrication
• product development from concept to physical artifact
I have represented university projects at national and international exhibitions, combining technical explanation with clear visual communication.
- Present Focus -
Currently, I am completing my BSc (Hons) in Physics – Special Degree Program at the Open University of Sri Lanka, having maintained a strong academic record in physics. Alongside my studies, I continue professional work in print design and digital visual communication, collaborating across academic, industrial, and educational contexts.
My research interests lie in multidisciplinary research, particularly at the intersection of physics, design, and science communication. I am especially interested in how visual systems, data representation, and design methodology can enhance scientific understanding, public engagement, and the translation of complex physical concepts into accessible forms.
My work is driven by the belief that design and physics are fundamentally aligned disciplines — both demand clarity, structure, precision, and respect for constraints.
This portfolio documents that journey.
