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 […]
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 […]