Heshan peiris PHOTOGRAPHY
Wildlife photographer | Conservation storyteller | Author of PRANA
ABOUT ME
Heshan is a Sri Lankan born wildlife and conservation photographer based in the United Kingdom, and a software engineer by profession. His connection with nature began in childhood. Over the years, photography became his way of observing, understanding, and documenting the wild, guided by patience, ethics, and a deep respect for natural ecosystems. He is also one of the co-founders of the Yala Leopard Identification Project, an initiative that increased his time in Yala and Kumana National Parks while deepening his study of leopards, their home ranges, behaviors, and unique markings.
The team pioneered the world’s first dedicated leopard identification website, introducing an innovative multi-point identification system, and contributed several internationally recognized research papers on Sri Lankan leopards.
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Print Store
Print Store
Welcome to the Photo Store, where you can collect carefully curated fine art prints from Heshan’s portfolio. The Limited Edition Prints feature his most distinctive and personally favoured works, each produced in a strictly limited run, hand-signed, and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. These premium prints are crafted on matte Hahnemühle Photo Rag Smooth 308gsm fine art paper, ensuring exceptional detail and longevity. For collectors seeking a more accessible option, the Standard Edition Prints offer beautiful reproductions while maintain outstanding print quality.
PRÁNA
In the silent rhythm of life, there exists a force unseen, yet profoundly felt. This force, known as PRÁNA, flows through every being, connecting the
inner self with the cosmos. PRÁNA is the breath of life, the pulse of existence, and the bridge between the physical and the spiritual.
Nowhere is this life force more vivid and untamed than in the rich and diverse wildlife of Sri Lanka. From the gentle giants of its rainforests to the vibrant avian symphonies of its wetlands, Sri Lanka is a land where PRÁNA thrives in its purest form. Each creature, each habitat, and each whisper of the wild tells a story of interconnected energy a reminder of the delicate balance that sustains life on this island and beyond. For over 12 years, I have devoted my leisure time to exploring the island’s breathtaking wilderness, capturing its beauty through my lens and immersing myself in the symphony of its natural wonders.
However, as breathtaking as this world is, it is also fragile. The pressures of habitat loss, climate change, and human expansion are threatening the survival of countless species that call Sri Lanka home. Through this book, I hope not only to celebrate the beauty of wildlife but also to advocate for its preservation.
PRÁNA addresses the urgent need for conservation and serves as a reminder of our shared responsibility to protect the natural world for future generations.
