BLACK & WHITE DARKROOM PRINTING
In this workshop you’ll learn the art of silver gelatin printing in the Black & White Darkroom. There’s nothing quite like the felling of watching that first few seconds of your print developing in the chemistry.
Working alongside our experienced lab technicians students will learn all aspects of how to use the enlarger, basic printing steps, how contrast filters work, paper processing and more advanced printing techniques like dodging and burning and the joy of toning for effect and archiving of prints.
Our instructors are here to give you invaluable insights into 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 AND developed roll of 35mm or medium format black and white film.
UPCOMING WORKSHOP DATES
SAT 11th June
SAT 2nd July
SUN 24th July
Topics Covered
Creating a contact print
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 AND developed 35mm or medium format black and white film
Please bring a box or folder to take home completed prints
DDC will provide each student with chemicals and 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 snacks/lunch
Workshop Details
Course Duration: 4 hours 9:00am to 1:00pm
Student Limit: 4
Cost*: $280
*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.