🎞️ FILM PHOTOGRAPHY FUNDAMENTALS: Color, B&W & Analog Processing.

If you are looking for film photography classes or a Black & White photo course, look no further! This course is designed for those who have film cameras, including instant cameras like Fujifilm Instax. We are proud to offer instruction in analog photography, covering the fundamentals of shooting, processing, and the basics of printing.

What You Will Master:

• Camera Handling: Learn everything you need to get started, including loading your camera correctly and managing film grain.
• Technical Shooting: Mastering essential camera settings, color management, and hands-on shooting techniques specific to film.
• Special Effects & Processing: Instruction on shooting and processing unique special effects on film.
• Post-Process Workflow: Learn the basics of how and where to send your photos to be processed and printed (some sessions may include a sample of darkroom processes, if available).

⚫ BLACK & WHITE PHOTOGRAPHY: Mastering the Monochrome Vision.

This course is a thorough entry into the expressive world of black-and-white photography for both digital and film camera users. Go beyond simple filters and learn the fundamental principles that make monochromatic images iconic and powerful.

What You Will Master:

• Monochrome Principles: Deep dive into the principles of B&W, including the Zone System, and analysis of iconic photographs and the masters of B&W photography.
• Lighting Techniques: Hands-on shooting and specific lighting techniques that enhance form, texture, and drama in monochrome images.
• Post-Processing: Learn post-processing techniques (for both digital conversions and film scans) that will make your B&W photos stand out with rich tonality and contrast.

🌑 DARKROOM CLASSES: Private Printing Instruction.

Experience the magic of traditional analog printing. Darkroom classes are taught via **One-On-One private instruction** to tailor the material to your specific skill level and goals in film processing and printing. View and book here.

Logistics for Private Darkroom Instruction:

As our on-site darkroom is currently under renovation, instruction takes place at external, third-party darkrooms rented by the student.

• Instructor Scheduling: Contact us to find our instructor availability.
• Rental Requirement: Students are responsible for renting the darkroom space on their own at a third-party facility (e.g., My Own Color Lab or Penumbra Foundation Community Darkroom).
• Booking Confirmation: Once the darkroom space is secured, confirm your class by booking at our One-on-One page.

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