Nethadara - Annual Nature Photographic Competition & Exhibition

06/10/2025

Nethadara’25 – Album is OUT!

After six long years, the Nature Team of the University of Moratuwa proudly brought back Nethadara, the iconic wildlife photography exhibition and competition. Held on the 14th and 15th of September 2025, the event was a celebration of nature’s beauty and the talent of young photographers who captured it.

More than 300,000 LKR worth of prizes were awarded to our winners, recognizing their creativity, patience, and love for the wild. The exhibition brought together students, alumni, and nature lovers to relive the wonder of Sri Lanka’s rich biodiversity through stunning lenses.

A heartfelt thank you to our Main Sponsor Canon Image Square by Metropolitan Photohub Sri Lanka and Silver Sponsor IWW Steel, for believing in our vision and helping us make Nethadara’25 a roaring success. 🌿📸✨

nature team - UOM

06/10/2025

05/10/2025

🌿 Most Popular Category – Nethadara 25
Congratulations to K. A. T. D. Kaluarachchi, the winner of the Most Popular Category at Nethadara – 25! Your captivating photograph truly touched hearts and beautifully reflected the essence of nature through the art of photography.🌱

05/10/2025

Congratulations to the Winners – School Category | “Nethadara – 25”
Heartfelt congratulations to the School Category winners of Nethadara – 25, the Annual Nature and Wildlife Photographic Competition organized by the Nature Team of the University of Moratuwa.
Your photographs display exceptional talent and a deep passion for the natural world.

🏆 Winner: M. C. I. Fernando, Mahamaya Girls' College - Kandy
🥈 Runner-up: Y. P. Samaranayake, Taxila Central College - Horana
🥉 Second Runner-up: H. S. Jayasekara, Ananda Balika College - Colombo

Our gratitude to Canon Image Square by Metropolitan Photohub Sri Lanka for sponsoring the prizes.

We commend your creativity and enthusiasm in capturing the wonders of nature.

05/10/2025

Congratulations to the Winners – University Category | “Nethadara – 25”
We proudly extend our congratulations to the awardees of the University Category of Nethadara – 25, the Annual Nature and Wildlife Photographic Competition organized by the Nature Team of the University of Moratuwa.
Their outstanding creativity and passion for photography have vividly captured the elegance and vitality of the natural world.

🏆 Winner: P. B. B. Jayarathne
🥈 Runner-up: M. K. M. Perera
🥉 Second Runner-up: M. A. C. J. Wijerathne

📱 Mobile Photography Winner: W. W. T. S. Lakmali

Our gratitude to Canon Image Square by Metropolitan Photohub Sri Lanka for sponsoring the prizes.

Your remarkable work exemplifies both artistic excellence and a deep appreciation for nature’s beauty.

05/10/2025

Congratulations to the Winners – Open Category | “Nethadara – 25”
We extend our sincere congratulations to the winners of the Open Category of Nethadara – 25, the Annual Nature and Wildlife Photographic Competition organized by the Nature Team of the University of Moratuwa.
Their exceptional photographs beautifully captured the essence and diversity of the natural world.

🏆 1st Place: M. A. S. Silva
🥈 2nd Place: S. S. Athukorala
🥉 3rd Place: M. A. S. Silva

Your remarkable work stands as a true celebration of nature’s beauty.

Our gratitude to Canon Image Square by Metropolitan Photohub Sri Lanka for sponsoring the prizes.

22/09/2025

🌿📸 Nethadara ‘25 – Wildlife Photography Competition ✨
The countdown is almost over—voting for the Most Popular Photograph opens now!

🗳️ Voting Period: 7.00 am, 22nd Sept – 11.50 pm, 28th Sept 2025
📍 Where to Vote: Nethadara page
💡 Remember to Like & Follow the nature team - UOM page and Nethadara - Annual Nature Photographic Competition & Exhibition before reacting to your favorite photo, only those votes are counted as valid.

Get ready to celebrate the wild through the eyes of our talented photographers and help crown this year’s audience favorite. 💚

Join us in recognizing creativity, passion, and the breathtaking beauty of nature—your vote could make all the difference! 🌱✨

21/09/2025

🌿📸 Nethadara ‘25 – Wildlife Photography Competition ✨
The countdown is almost over—voting for the Most Popular Photograph opens tomorrow!
Get ready to celebrate the wild through the eyes of our talented photographers and help crown this year’s audience favorite. 💚

🗳️ Voting Period: 7.00 am, 22nd Sept – 11.50 pm, 28th Sept 2025
📍 Where to Vote: Nethadara page

💡 All the voting criteria and rules are clearly listed in the post—please read them carefully to make sure your vote is valid. Remember to Like & Follow the required pages before reacting to your favorite photo.

Join us in recognizing creativity, passion, and the breathtaking beauty of nature—your vote could make all the difference! 🌱✨
Nethdara Page - https://www.facebook.com/share/1AnnfQf89E/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Nature team page - https://www.facebook.com/share/1CZWCqCgtp/?mibextid=wwXIfr

14/09/2025

✨HAPPENING TODAY✨

Nethadara ‘25 – Wildlife Photography Competition & Exhibition
📅 14th & 15th September | University Premises

Award Ceremony
📍 Civil Auditorium
🕤 14th Sept | 9.30 a.m. – 12.30 p.m.

Exhibition
📍 Old Gym
⏰ 14th Sept | 12.00 p.m. – 5.00 p.m.
⏰ 15th Sept | 10.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m.

📸 Step into the wild—experience nature through the lens of creativity and passion.

🌿 Two days of inspiration, discovery, and the beauty of wildlife await you!

13/09/2025

*HAPPENING TOMORROW*

Nethadara ‘25 – Wildlife Photography Competition & Exhibition will be held on 14th & 15th September at university premises.

Award Ceremony
📅 14th September
📍 Civil Auditorium
🕤 9.30 a.m. - 12.30 a.m.

Exhibition
📅 14th & 15th September
📍 Old Gym
⏰ 10.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m.

Step into the world of wildlife through the lens of creativity and passion.
If you’re willing to come, fill this form: https://forms.gle/LSYXw1nQmaDKNnm19

See you there for two days of inspiration and discovery!

12/09/2025

We are honored to host a special session on
“Technical Aspects of Modern Cameras for Wildlife Photography”
by Mr. Prasanga Ratnayake (LISLP) , a renowned photographer, lecturer, and council member of ISLP.

🗓 Date: 14th September 2025
⏰ Time: 9.30 AM
📍 Venue: Civil Auditorium, University of Moratuwa

This session will be held together with the Main Session of Nethadara ’25. Don’t miss this chance to sharpen your photography skills with expert insights!

Register Now: https://forms.gle/LSYXw1nQmaDKNnm19