Intermediate DARKROOM Practice

one-day workshop

A one-day workshop for people who already know the fundamentals of black and white printing, and who want to refine their technique and bring greater mood and expression to play in their prints.

For dates of the next session see the workshop summary page or the calendar page

Seeing a black and white image jump into life in a developing tray is one of the most satisfying sights that a photographer can experience. Taking a good image and getting the most out of it - turning it into a stunning print, full of clarity and expression - is another major step forward.

Subjects covered include:

- Techniques for developing films known to be taken in extreme contrast situations
- Review and refinement of split-grade printing
- Interpreting negatives and proof prints for the best printing strategy
- Advanced dodging and burning with masking shapes
- Pre-flashing
- Toning, and split-toning
- Photograms and the Sabatier effect

All materials will be provided. Sessions are limited to a maximum of six participants to facilitate individual participation.

LOCATION and FEE: The workshop will be held at the British School in Tervuren, and will be led by Matthew Lea - a teacher of photography at university level in the UK, and a freelance social-documentary photographer.
Lunch and refreshments are included in the participation fee of 120 Euros (150 Euros for non-members).

Provisional reservations can be made at:
e-mail Trevor Waldron or tel. 0472 707202
Confirmation is by transfer of the workshop fee to Viewfinders account 310-1244075-39 within 7 days of reserving.