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Photograms: An Introduction to the Darkroom

Penumbra Foundation @ 36 E 30th St, New York, NY

Unlock your creativity and learn the art of photograms in this beginner-friendly workshop at Penumbra Foundation. Dive into the darkroom as you explore the limitless possibilities of creating images without a camera. Experiment with light-sensitive material and objects' shadows to capture stunning and unique works of art.

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Basic Darkroom

  • All levels
  • 12 and older
  • $425
  • 66 Crosby Street, New York, NY
  • 6 hours

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  • $425
  • The Photography Workshops (OLD) @ 66 Crosby Street Apt 5F, New York, NY 10012
  • 6 hours
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What you'll learn in this darkroom class:

"The alchemy of the art that was and still may be the standard for well over a century and a half." -Jeffrey Apoian


In this one-day course, you will be able to:

  • Understand what is involved in making a photographic print
  • Learn how to properly expose a roll of film
  • Mix chemistry
  • Spool your film in total darkness and process it in daylight
  • Make a contact print by selecting a negative and make an enlargement on the negative
  • Make an enlargement/print of your favorite photo (all chemistry, film, paper, materials included)
  • Understand why many of the top photographers in the world continue to shoot with film

Refund Policy

  • Student to give notice at least 3 full business days before the start of class for refund less 5% cancellation fee.
  • 1/2 refund if less than 3 business days for all classes.
  • The exception is- Introduction To Studio Lighting Workshop, which requires 5 business days notice for a refund less 5% cancellation fee because of studio rental agreements.
    • Notice given within 5 business days of the workshop will be 1/2 refund (due to the release from the rental space).
The instructors are working professionals and may have to move a schedule because of jobs or client meetings, which is very unlikely but possible. We know this is important and try to hold a schedule for you and will do our best to let you know with as much notice we can if it is not possible to work out our dates with a client for you.

In the event that an instructor or the school needs to cancel at the last minute, students will receive a refund less a 5% non-refundable registration fee.

Reviews of Classes at The Photography Workshops (16)

(4.9-star rating across 16 reviews)
  • Basic Darkroom

    Reviewed by Kerry P. on 1/15/2018
    Jeffrey was great! He helped fix my camera and guided me through the entire process. I would highly recommend it!
  • Basic Darkroom

    Reviewed by Bastien G. on 12/6/2015
    Had a perfect day with this class. Starting with shooting a roll of film in the street and then discovering the darkroom. Very small group very appreciable, Really gives the opportunity to discover and practice the way it should be ! I highly recommend this class !
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