NPAS Events & Workshops
Inspiring photographic excellence through hands-on technical masterclasses, wilderness field excursions, commemorative lectures, and community fellowship.
Annual Diploma Convocation & Awards Ceremony
📍 BMICH / Mahabodhi College, Colombo
The solemn graduation ceremony celebrating successful graduates of the 3-Year Diploma in Photography, conferment of NPAS distinctions (LNPAS, ANPAS, FNPAS), and the Roll of Honor.
Wilson Hegoda Memorial Lecture & Orations
📍 Mahaweli Center, Colombo 07 & Hybrid
Annual memorial oration honoring founder Deshabandu Wilson Hegoda (Hon.FNPAS). Delivering distinguished guest lectures by acclaimed artists, academics, and cultural luminaries.
Monthly Photographic Competitions & Critiques
📍 Colombo Secretariat / Online Evaluation
Regular monthly thematic photo submissions judged by senior masters, offering critical constructive feedback and scoring toward annual awards and distinctions eligibility.
Events, Workshops & Excursions Archive
Browse society activities, technical lighting masterclasses, nature excursions, convocation ceremonies, and general assemblies.
Annual Diploma Convocation
Conferring Diplomas in Photography, distinction certificates (LNPAS, ANPAS, FNPAS), and honoring graduating classes.
Studio Lighting Masterclass
Hands-on masterclass in flash modifiers, continuous lighting, Rembrandt setups, and creative studio portraiture.
Colour Management & Workflow
Mastering ICC color profiles, monitor calibration, wide-gamut workflows, and museum-grade fine art printing.
Muthurajawela Wetland Excursion
Wildlife safari boat excursion focusing on wetland fauna, aquatic biodiversity, early morning mist, and telephoto techniques.
Kithulgala Rainforest Expedition
Wilderness expedition exploring slow-shutter water dynamics, canopy light filtering, endemic rainforest birds, and macro flora.
Regional Workshop — Kandy
Extending NPAS educational outreach to the Central Province with interactive seminars and portfolio critiques.
School Photography Examination
The national certification examination empowering student photographers across Sri Lankan schools with formal qualifications.
Wilson Hegoda Memorial Oration
Commemorative lecture honoring founder Wilson Hegoda, celebrating six decades of pioneering visual culture in Sri Lanka.
Annual General Meeting (AGM)
Formal gathering of General, Life, and Distinction members for annual governance, audits, and election of the Board of Directors.
Annual Members’ Fellowship
An informal evening celebrating creative camaraderie between alumni, current diploma students, and council masters.
Monthly Photography Competition
Monthly thematic print and digital contests judged live by seasoned juries to sharpen competition skills.
Master Photographers Series
In-depth dialogs and oral history recordings capturing the philosophies and career journeys of senior masters.
Visual Dialogue: Asoka Handagama
Distinguished discussion exploring cinema, visual narrative, framing, and photographic aesthetics with acclaimed filmmaker Asoka Handagama.
NPAS Monthly Webinar Series
Interactive webinars covering “Elements of Creating a Successful Image”, salon criteria, and international distinction preparation.
National Exhibition Opening
Official ceremonial opening of the National Photographic Exhibition with dignitaries, awards, and public displays.
Traveling Salon — Kandy
Taking award-winning national and international photographic prints on tour to inspire central hill country audiences.
Student Orientation & Welcome
Welcoming new student cohorts to the NPAS 3-Year Diploma program with introductory master lectures and curriculum briefing.
Event Secretariat & Inquiries
To propose a collaborative workshop, register for upcoming field excursions, or inquire about the next Diploma Convocation or Memorial Lecture, please contact the Secretariat.
82C, Sri Sudarshanarama Road,
Kiribathgoda. 11600, Sri Lanka
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