Work In Process

Workshops

At Work In Process we currently hold darkroom printing workshops by request. We've moved to a 'by request' system as we understand peoples timelines aren't as flexible as others! This also means you get 1-on-1 treatment during the class so you can really dive in the deep end and learn all there is to the wonderful world of darkroom printing.

C-Type Colour Printing

Traditional Black & White

Producing colour prints by hand

This is a very special workshop, you'll learn the incredible art of making a c-type photograph from one of your own negatives by hand! In this workshop we'll cover how to use an enlarger, colour balance, contact printing, defining good exposures and what makes a good negative to make a print from. Participants must be over the age of 18, or with a guardians consent.

What’s Included:

Everything you will need is provided in the course.

• RA4 Paper

• Printing booth

• Printing tools

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Course outline:

We'll start off with the basics of a colour enlarger and workflow, subtractive colour printing and the importance of colour balance. You'll then have an overview of how the Colex processor works before jumping right into making your own colour enlargements.

What to bring:

• Comfortable warm clothes and closed in shoes

• Colour negatives (35mm or 120)

Running times:

This is a 3hr course with no breaks.

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Cost: $250

Additional persons $200 (maximum 3 persons)

Welcome to Silver Printing

This workshop will teach you the basics behind printing your own silver gelatin black & white print by hand. The darkroom is a magical place where you can bring your photographs to life. We'll run through whats is needed to produce a beautiful print, chemical safety, operation of a photographic enlarger and end with free printing time. Participants must be over the age of 18, or with a guardians consent.

What’s Included:

Everything you will need is provided in the course.

• A packet of BW paper

• Your own enlarging station

• Printing chemicals

• Printing tools

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Course outline:

We’ll get stuck straight into printing your very own photographic enlargements! Starting with contact sheet printing then moving into making an 8x10” masterpiece. You’ll learn how to use test strips to get the best exposure time, use contrast filters and if time permits, advanced techniques.

What to bring:

• Comfortable clothes (warm) and closed in shoes

• Black and white negatives, 35mm or 120

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Running times:

This is a 3hr course with no breaks.

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Cost $220

Additional persons $180 (maximum 4 persons)