We are proud to introduce the distinguished panel of judges for the 2025/2026 A4A Production Fund—Sri Lanka’s first publicly funded arts grant supporting innovation at the intersection of art and craft.

Jaya Asokan – Fair Director, India Art Fair (IAF), South Asia’s leading platform for modern and contemporary art. With nearly three decades of experience in art, design, and luxury, Jaya has expanded global partnerships, pioneered new formats such as Collectible Design, and placed Indian craft and material traditions at the heart of international conversations on contemporary practice.

Theseus Chan – Graphic artist and publisher, acclaimed for transforming the possibilities of print through his studio WORK and WERK Magazine. His experimental methods have led to collaborations with Comme des Garçons, Louis Vuitton, and Dover Street Market, earning him Singapore’s first Designer of the Year award.

Selyna Peiris – Lawyer, social entrepreneur, and Director of Selyn Group, Sri Lanka’s leading Fair Trade enterprise. She brings a strong Sri Lankan voice to global dialogues on craft, culture, and sustainable development.

Andrea Tomasi – Journalist, author, and craft advocate at the Michelangelo Foundation, where he champions artisans worldwide through landmark initiatives, including the biennial event Homo Faber in Venice.

The A4A Production Fund continues to nurture bold artistic ideas, strengthening cultural exchange and supporting Sri Lankan artists who push the boundaries of contemporary practice.