PSSL Darkroom
PSSL Darkroom: Preserving the Legacy of Analog PhotographyThe PSSL Darkroom at the Lionel Wendt Memorial Art Centre has quickly become a cornerstone for Sri Lanka’s analog photography community since its reopening in August 2024. With its rich history rooted in the very location where Lionel Wendt himself pursued his artistic […]
The Wendt years
By: Jonathan FrankCeylon Observer, December 1, 2024 Black and white photographs, Alborada and the 43 Group – these come to mind when one mentions the name Lionel Wendt. But how much do we know about his years at the Ceylon Observer? Preserved deep within the archives for more than seven […]
THINGS TO THINK ABOUT
By: Layananda Alles In all developing countries where there are many ethnic groups, there is an acceptable link language, and the predominant stratum in the society happens to be the culture. This stratum encompasses music, drama and culinary arts. Photography is also a strong cultural medium that goes across ethnic […]
Camera Crowd
By: Sandra Fernando If you google “photographic societies in Sri Lanka,” you’ll find that there are many. The oldest is The Photographic Society of Sri Lanka (PSSL), which has been around since 1906, earlier than many other photographic societies in this world. Henry Lorenz Wendt, father of Lionel Wendt, established […]
A Film Dev Lab in 4 Months
By: Arunoda Susiripala This is the story of how I, Arunoda Susiripala, started a film development lab in Sri Lanka in just four months. Before April 2023, I had never used a film camera. Now, at Analog Dreamz, we develop and scan any type of film, including motion picture films. Visit our website and Instagram to […]
Kodak Vision3 — High-Quality Film on a Budget
By: Arunoda Susiripala Hmmm. What’s Kodak Vision3? I’ve never heard of it. This might be something you’re thinking of right now. Yes, it’s from Kodak, but Kodak does not directly sell this film. It’s a high-quality film that comes in a couple of variants. Before we talk about it, let […]
LOST IN LONDON – by: Nayoma de Silva
Being a stranger in a new city can be both exciting and daunting, and London is no exception. Having a love for photography, I couldn’t resist capturing images that I felt in love with. However, when I gathered these images to compile into a piece of work, I felt that […]
Rediscovering the Timeless Charm of Analog Photography – by: Romesh de Silva
In an era dominated by digital technology, where smartphone cameras and high-resolution DSLRs are the norm, it's easy to overlook the unique and enduring appeal of analog photography. With its vintage cameras, film rolls, and the anticipation of waiting for prints, analog photography has a special place in my heart. In this blog, let me explore the enduring charm of analog photography and why it continues to captivate my nostalgic soul.
DSLR vs. mirrorless cameras. Is one better than the other.
Musings of Laya Alles. On the surface it is safe to say that mirrorless cameras are usually lighter and more compact, and perhaps faster. The DSLRs, have a wider selection of lenses, and definitely better optical viewfinders. It is said that they have better battery lifeI have two reasonably priced, […]
Lionel Wendt and PSSL 60th International Photographic Exhibition
PSSL being the oldest photographic society in Sri Lanka has a rich history that can be traced back to 1906, when the Amateur Photographic Society of Ceylon was formed by Henry Lorenz Wendt, the father of Lionel Wendt – lawyer, artist, pianist and photographer – and the Society has continued […]
Why become a member of PSSL
By: Layananda Alles, a member since 2015 As a member of the PSSL, I must disclose that the following are my own views and are not necessarily that of the PSSL. PSSL is the oldest association in Sri Lanka that has fostered the art of photography, in all its aspects. […]
Excursion to the Hill Country.
By: Sandeep Ellawala. Organized by the Travel & Street Photography Group of PSSL The Travel & Street Photography Group of the PSSL organized its first excursion of the year 2021 on 13th February to the Kandy City, and a few other popular travel destinations around the area. Given the current […]
“Capture this” is FUN!
by: Laya Alles – Photography is a medium for sharing with other people, often moments in time. Capturing the moments in time is only but one aspect of ‘Good Photography’. There is a big difference between snap shots and what are considered ‘Good Photographs’. Good photographs convey a message that […]
Covid, Photography and the PSSL – by: Laya Alles
by: Laya Alles – Covid epidemic has really changed the landscape and the social fabrics everywhere in the world. It has put a lock on everyone, without exceptions. One good outcome was the ability to work from home for some, giving much needed flexibility to get the work, home and […]