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|name=Darkroom 101
|name=Darkroom 101
|description=This course in black and white film photography is designed for beginning photographers who want to learn how to use a 35mm camera, develop film, and print pictures. This course includes light control, exposure, depth of field, action and composition. 35mm SLR cameras are highly recommended for this course. Instamatic, automatic cameras, digital cameras and camera phones are not acceptable.
|description=Darkroom 101 will introduce you to the art of film photography, darkroom processing, and photo printing. You'll learn everything from best practices and equipment usage to understanding the basic mechanics of fine art printing. We will cover the concepts of editing and composition. You will develop your film, create contact sheets, create your own prints and participate in group critiques. You’ll leave with an understanding of proper usage of equipment and chemistry. Along the way, you will develop your own personal style and visual narrative. The goal of the intro class is for you to feel comfortable and confident in the darkroom!
 
In this class:
* You will explore various photographic processes, discover different genres, and begin to understand basic film practices.
* You will be exposed to professional photographers.
* You will begin to learn photographic composition techniques and strengthen your visual literacy.  
 
''A 35mm SLR manual film camera is required. Limited school cameras are available for temporary check out. This course requires a $30 lab fee.''
|department=Fine and Performing Arts
|department=Fine and Performing Arts
|teacher=Cheyenne Butcher
|teacher=Cheyenne Butcher

Latest revision as of 11:19, 10 February 2025


Department Fine and Performing Arts
Teacher Cheyenne Butcher
Sessions 1
Prerequisites Art Foundations
GR Code FA
Offered Currently
Open to Freshmen
Sophomores
Juniors
Seniors

Darkroom 101 will introduce you to the art of film photography, darkroom processing, and photo printing. You'll learn everything from best practices and equipment usage to understanding the basic mechanics of fine art printing. We will cover the concepts of editing and composition. You will develop your film, create contact sheets, create your own prints and participate in group critiques. You’ll leave with an understanding of proper usage of equipment and chemistry. Along the way, you will develop your own personal style and visual narrative. The goal of the intro class is for you to feel comfortable and confident in the darkroom!

In this class:

  • You will explore various photographic processes, discover different genres, and begin to understand basic film practices.
  • You will be exposed to professional photographers.
  • You will begin to learn photographic composition techniques and strengthen your visual literacy.

A 35mm SLR manual film camera is required. Limited school cameras are available for temporary check out. This course requires a $30 lab fee.