*6117* A. Alternative Darkroom Printing
Discover the creative possibilities beyond traditional black-and-white printing in this hands-on Alternative Darkroom Printing workshop. Over the course of four hours, participants will explore experimental and historical darkroom techniques that push the boundaries of analog photography.
This workshop introduces methods such as photograms, toning, paper manipulation, and multi-exposure printing, offering a playful and expressive approach to darkroom work. Ideal for photographers, artists, or anyone curious about non-traditional processes, this session encourages experimentation and personal expression using light, chemistry, and paper.
Workshop Details:
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Duration: 4 hours (single-session workshop)
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Skill Level: Beginner to intermediate
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Format: In-person, hands-on
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Materials: All chemistry and basic materials included (optional: bring your own negatives or objects to experiment with)
What You’ll Learn:
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Overview of alternative darkroom techniques
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Creating photograms and cameraless images
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Introduction to toning and selective bleaching
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Multi-exposure and masking methods
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Artistic approaches to paper handling and surface manipulation
By the end of the workshop, participants will leave with a collection of unique prints and a new perspective on what’s possible in the darkroom.