Introduction to darkroom techniques for black + white photography

Venue: Strange Neigbour
Location: 395-397 Gore St, Fitzroy
6 May - 7 May, 2017
Web: http://strangeneighbour.com/education/introduction_information/

This introductory course is designed for people who have had limited or no experience in the darkroom. Following this weekend long course you will be able to process and print your own films independently in the darkroom. Over two days you will learn to process 35mm black and white film, make proof sheets from your negatives, and print enlargements up to 8 x 10 inches.

The course will include creative and technical aspects of printing such as contrast filters, and dodging and burning. The intimate workshop is designed to encourage conversation. Individual consultation will take place throughout the weekend and a group discussion of results will conclude each day.

Date: 6 & 7 May, Saturday & Sunday, 12 – 6pm.

Class maximum: 5

Price: $385 – full price, $375 – concession.
Includes printing and processing materials, safety equipment and one-year darkroom membership.

Organised by: Strange Neighbour
Contact name: Linsey Gosper
Phone: +61 (3) 9041 8727
Email: info@strangeneighbour.com

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The Basement: photography from Prahran College (1968–1981)

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April

Fit to Print: Defining Moments from the Fairfax Photo Archive

Canberra: 27 Feb until 20 July 2025. The National Library has invited renowned Australian photojournalist Mike Bowers to select some of his favourite images from the Fairfax Photo Archive.

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Level 3, Brisbane City Hall King George Square, Brisbane 4000 Museum of Brisbane. Level 3 City Hall. | 1 Apr - 13 Jul, 2025

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Perth Cultural Centre, Perth The Art Gallery of Western Australia | 1 Apr - 18 May, 2025

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