Beneath The Blue Exhibition

Beneath the Blue is an underwater photography exhibition that celebrates the beauty, complexity, and vulnerability of our oceans. Curated by All About That Reef in collaboration with Parley Sri Lanka, the exhibition featured the work of three photographers, Nick Hobgood, Manjula Wijeyeratne, and Edoardo Spacca, each offering a unique lens into the underwater world and the stories it holds.

Through powerful imagery of coral reefs, marine life, and submerged seascapes, the exhibition invited visitors to explore what lies beneath the surface and reflect on the fragile ecosystems that shape our coastal lives. It was a space for art, science, and storytelling to come together in service of ocean awareness.

As part of the programme, All About That Reef also hosted screenings of three documentaries, two of which were by Sri Lankan filmmakers. Each of these documentaries explored the lives and livelihoods of communities that depend on the ocean, offering a grounded and personal perspective on ocean conservation. The screenings were followed by a panel discussion that opened space for dialogue on marine issues in Sri Lanka.

The exhibition also included guided tours led by the photographers and creative workshops for children creating multiple entry points for different audiences to engage with the ocean in meaningful ways.

Beneath the Blue is part of All About That Reef’s growing platform for ocean storytelling and public engagement. By bringing together photography, film, and conversation, it aimed to deepen our connection to the sea and remind us that protecting the ocean begins with seeing it clearly.