Lokuge has mastered a bold expressive style characterized by textured vivid surfaces that reveal a progressive exploration of color and form. His paintings start with multiple layers of thick black, brown and gray paints that form a robust background for excavated textures yet to appear.
The purity of exploration is at the core of his work. He approaches a painting without much preconceived thought, letting impulsive gestures and etchings unravel a narrative. His tools range from brushes, palettes to screwdrivers. One moment he is adding a layer of cadmium red while concurrently he may be etching the paint out. What remains of this iterative process is an evolving tale captured on canvas over many hours of fun and joy. The process of creating with no goal or destination brings Lokuge back with zest to create more.
His recent work is primarily about the process and less about content. the viewer is encouraged to immerse in the experience and reflect in a personal manner, without regard for intent. Viewers walk away with different interpretations and emotions which are meaningful to their own life experiences.