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Asanka Hettiarachchi

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I am an event photographer with a strong background in capturing lively and meaningful moments at live events.

About

I am an event photographer with a strong background in capturing lively and meaningful moments at live events. I have experience with multicultural organisations across Finland and Europe, and I am skilled in both posed and candid photography, with solid knowledge of lighting and composition.

Hi, I’m Asanka Hettiarachchi, Portfolio Official Photographer for Nation to Nation Dance Education Centre, Finland & Culture Bridge Association Oy, Finland. Since 2023 I have provided complete coverage of multicultural dance performances, rehearsals and training workshops, focusing on fan interactions and international collaborations; in 2024 I covered the Sri Lankan Day in Italy attended by expatriates across Europe.

  • 11 years' experience
  • Joined September 2025

Languages

  • EnglishFluent
  • Sinhala, SinhaleseAdvanced
  • FinnishIntermediate
  • ItalianIntermediate

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Professional Services
  • Travel & Hospitality
  • Other

Work experience· 11 roles

Official Photographer · Sri Lankan Day in Italy (Sri Lankans in Europe)Jan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

Provided complete coverage of the Sri Lankan Day in Italy attended by expatriates across Europe; focused on fan interactions, traditional dance, and international collaborations.

Official Photographer · Sri Lankan Day in ItalyJan 2024 – Sep 2025 · 1 yr 9 mos

Provided complete coverage of the Sri Lankan Day in Italy attended by expatriates across Europe; focused on fan interaction, traditional dance, and international collaborations.

Photographer · Sri Lankans in Europe – Sri Lankan Day in ItalyJan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

Provided complete coverage of the Sri Lankan Day in Italy attended by expatriates across Europe; focused on fan interaction, traditional dance, and international collaborations.

Photographer · Sri Lankan Diaspora in Europe (Sri Lankans in Europe), ItalyJan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos
Official Photographer · Nation to Nation Dance Education Centre; Culture Bridge Association OyJan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos
Official Photographer · Nation to Nation Dance Education Centre, Finland & Culture Bridge Association OyJan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos
Official Photographer · Nation to Nation Dance Education Centre / Culture Bridge Association Oy (Finland)Jan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos
Official Photographer · Nation to Nation Dance Education Centre; Finland & Culture Bridge Association Oy, FinlandJan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos

Education· 20

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration – Supply Chain Management · Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences, Finland2030 – 2025
MBA – Master of Business Administration · Cardiff Metropolitan University, UK2030 – 2025
Diploma in Photography · University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka2030 – 2025
Certificate in Banking and Finance · Institute of Bankers of Sri Lanka2007 – 2025

Certifications and awards· 14

Certificate in Banking and Finance2007 – 2025
Stage 1 & 2, Association of Accounting Technicians (Sri Lanka)2030 – 2025
Diploma in Computer Studies2030 – 2025
Education: Event Photography & Portraits – Cultural & Community Event Coverage2030 – 2025

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