From the intricacies of learning to shoot with a digital or film camera to exploring 19th century alternative photo processes, the Studio School has a photo class for everyone. Traditional photo darkroom enthusiasts can refine both technical and creative skills and learn about photo history and aesthetics.
Instructors Monica Escamilla and Georgianne Stinnett teach most weekly classes.
Class Schedule
Introduction to Black & White Darkroom Photography [35]
Tue, Jun 17 - Jul 22, 7 -10 pm (6 sessions) | Studio School, 1st floor
KEVIN MORLEY
This class is for anyone who wants to get into the darkroom. Those with no or non-recent experience will be taught the basics of developing film, as well as making contact prints and enlargements. Topics include mixing chemistry, enlarger operation, adjusting contrast and density, making photograms, contact sheets from negatives, editing, and printing enlargements. Students will shoot photos outside of class time and use the darkroom during class. Those with recent darkroom experience are also welcome and will receive feedback during lab time. Students must provide their own film camera, film, and photo paper. Photo chemicals will be provided.
$180 (VMFA member $160)