BLACK & WHITE darkroom FOUNDATION WORKSHOP

In this workshop you’ll learn the foundations of the black and white darkroom. We’ll cover everything from the multi-step film development process to creating archival black and white prints.

Working alongside our experienced lab technicians students will learn all aspects of film development, how to use the enlarger, basic printing steps, how contrast filters work, paper processing, and more advanced printing techniques like dodging and burning and toning for effect and archiving of prints.

Our instructors are here to give you invaluable insights into film processing and the silver gelatine printing process, to explore the magic and mystery of the darkroom and have fun doing it!

Please note: The workshop will include all paper and chemicals, but all participants are required to bring their own pre-shot roll of 35mm black and white film. 

UPCOMING WORKSHOP DATES:

SUN 10th July

SAT 30th July


Topics Covered

  • Developing a roll of Black & White film; from loading a film into a developing tank through to development

  • Creating the best possible print from a negative, with correct exposure, contrast, and tone

  • How to use contrast filters

  • Localised exposure control through dodging and burning

  • Print evaluation techniques

  • Darkroom workflow

  • Printing in a community darkroom environment, and much more!

What you need to know

  • All students are required to bring one roll of pre-shot 35mm black and white film

  • Please bring a box or folder to take home completed prints

  • District Darkroom Coburg will provide each student with film and paper developing chemicals and up to 10 sheets of 8x10 printing paper.

  • Please bring a small towel to use while in the darkroom.

  • We will provide tea, coffee and light refreshments. Please bring your own lunch

Workshop Details

  • Course Duration: 5 hours 9:00am to 2:00pm

  • Student Limit: 4

  • Cost*: $350

    *Workshops are non refundable. BUT you are able to reschedule at no charge up to 2 days before the workshop is due to start. Please note a no show will result in you forfeiting your fee and spot in the workshop.