Black and White Film Photography - An Introduction - 5 week course (£160)

Schedule

Mon Jun 03 2024 at 06:30 pm to Mon Jul 01 2024 at 09:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Aire Street Darkroom | Leeds, EN

Advertisement
Black & White Photography - An introduction (5 week course)
Tutor - John Arnison
About this Event

John has many years experience as a tutor at what is now Leeds Arts University. Specialising in portrait and landscape photography, John worked at the BBC Television Centre for 10 years before freelancing for various charities and his work has appeared in various publications. A resident of Yorkshire for 20 years, he has produced a large body of work that he has been told 'redefines the English landscape'. He has an MA in Creative Practice from Leeds Arts University and has work in the permanent collections of the V&A, National Portrait Gallery, Cecil House, Friends House London and private collections worldwide.

Monday evening 6.30 - 9pm

Age Requirement: This is an adult education course - you must be aged 18 or over to enrol.

Cancellation of Course: We reserve the right to cancel this course if necessary. In the event of cancellation we will give as much notice as possible and refund the course fee in full or credit that amount against a later course if you prefer that alternative. If you have to cancel your place on the course then, provided you give us reasonable notice, we will refund your fee less the commission charged by Eventbrite

Required: You will need your own 35mm film camera for this course.

Provided: 1 roll of 35mm B&W film and 25 sheets of 5x7 inch photographic paper

You will learn how to use your camera and understand the relationship between aperture, shutter speed and film speed. This course will enable you to achieve perfectly exposed negatives, learn how to process your films and master basic printing techniques.Discover the magic of Black & White Photography and learn some of the secrets the masters use to make stunning photographs. Explore the fundamentals of light and time. Master the manual functions of your 35mm SLR film camera and unlock its true potential. In a nutshell learn everything you need to know to produce photos you can be really proud of.Perfect for those with no experience or those looking for a full refresher. The course will run for 5 consecutive weeks from the start date and needs a minimum of 2 people enrolled to run.

Week 1 Capture, technical notes, discussions, art context:Understand the fundamentals of light and time in balancing an accurate exposure; No longer be a slave to the Auto setting! Know how to utilise the Manual functions of your 35mm SLR camera; Understand film types, film speed, depth of field, different lenses and how to use them creatively; Appreciate photography within an art context.

Week 2 Film processing:Learn how to process B&W film by hand in our darkroom. We will discuss different film types and chemistry, as well as best practice procedures for film handling. This week we will look at others work and stand on the shoulders of giants.

Week 3 Contact printing:Gain an appreciation of general darkroom procedures; Experiment with photograms, learn contact printing and printing from negatives. All chemistry will be provided.

Weeks 4 & 5 Darkroom printing:The last 2 sessions will allow participants to keep on printing with some one to one attention. We will also explore some basic dodging and burning and other printing techniques to get the most from your negatives.

Advertisement

Where is it happening?

Aire Street Darkroom, Unit LG1, Aire Street Workshops,, Leeds, United Kingdom

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Tickets

GBP 160.00

Aire Street Darkroom - independent, black & white analogue darkroom Leeds

Host or Publisher Aire Street Darkroom - independent, black & white analogue darkroom Leeds

It's more fun with friends. Share with friends

Discover More Events in Leeds

Summer Extravaganza 2024 16th June 2024 Day 2
Sun Jun 16 2024 at 08:30 am Summer Extravaganza 2024 16th June 2024 Day 2

Leeds/Liverpool Canal, Wyther Lane Kirkstall Leeds LS5 3BT

MARATHONS SPORTS
Boroughbridge, North Yorkshire
Sun Jun 16 2024 at 08:30 am Boroughbridge, North Yorkshire

Leeds House of Flowers Ltd.

Father\u2019s Day
Sun Jun 16 2024 at 09:00 am Father’s Day

39 Street Lane, Leeds

First Communion
Sun Jun 16 2024 at 09:45 am First Communion

Church Lane, LS15 8JB Leeds, United Kingdom

Yorkshire artistic swimming competition
Sun Jun 16 2024 at 10:00 am Yorkshire artistic swimming competition

John Charles Centre for Sport

SPORTS ART
Introduction to Woodwork - Hand Tools Level 1
Sun Jun 16 2024 at 10:00 am Introduction to Woodwork - Hand Tools Level 1

24 Croydon Street,Unit 6 Croydon Street,Leeds,LS11 9RT,GB

WORKSHOPS
Day of Yoga - Alan Brown (half day options available also)
Sun Jun 16 2024 at 10:00 am Day of Yoga - Alan Brown (half day options available also)

16 Blenheim terrace, Woodhouse Lane,, LS2 9HN Leeds, United Kingdom

INTERNATIONAL-YOGA-DAY HEALTH-WELLNESS
Ilkley Cow Abseil
Sun Jun 16 2024 at 10:00 am Ilkley Cow Abseil

Ilkley Moor Cow And Calf Rocks

Sunday Skate
Sat Oct 08 2022 at 04:00 pm Sunday Skate

Forum Leisure Centre

ENTERTAINMENT PARTIES
Beginners\/Improvers Contemporary Dance Class
Tue Jan 10 2023 at 07:15 pm Beginners/Improvers Contemporary Dance Class

Yorkshire Dance

DANCE ENTERTAINMENT
Advanced\/Professional Contemporary Dance Class.
Thu Jan 12 2023 at 08:00 pm Advanced/Professional Contemporary Dance Class.

Yorkshire Dance

DANCE WORKSHOPS
Open To All: Wellington Place Social Choir
Fri Sep 15 2023 at 12:30 pm Open To All: Wellington Place Social Choir

Wellington Central

MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT
Workshop Leeds[2.5Hrs]: Understanding and Managing ADHD and  Anxiety
Mon Sep 18 2023 at 11:00 am Workshop Leeds[2.5Hrs]: Understanding and Managing ADHD and Anxiety

The Rose Bowl (Leeds Beckett University)

WORKSHOPS HEALTH-WELLNESS
Snapshot Quest Photo Scavenger Hunt Game UK
Wed Oct 11 2023 at 12:00 am Snapshot Quest Photo Scavenger Hunt Game UK

Your neighborhood

MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT
Performance Management Training  (1 day course Leeds)
Mon Feb 05 2024 at 10:00 am Performance Management Training (1 day course Leeds)

Leeds

WORKSHOPS PERFORMANCES
Lincoln Greeners gardening group
Tue Mar 05 2024 at 11:30 am Lincoln Greeners gardening group

Roxby Close

ART THEATRE
Workshop [In-Person]Leeds: Trauma, The Brain & Recovery
Thu Mar 07 2024 at 10:00 am Workshop [In-Person]Leeds: Trauma, The Brain & Recovery

The Rose Bowl (Leeds Beckett University)

WORKSHOPS HEALTH-WELLNESS
Euro 2024: England Fan Park Leeds
Fri May 24 2024 Euro 2024: England Fan Park Leeds

TESTBED

SPORTS FOOTBALL
Wellington Place Summer Markets
Thu May 30 2024 at 11:00 am Wellington Place Summer Markets

Tower Square Wellington Pl Leeds

MUSIC PHOTOGRAPHY
Introduction to Printing and Bookbinding Course 4 Week Booking
Mon Jun 03 2024 at 10:00 am Introduction to Printing and Bookbinding Course 4 Week Booking

Stitch-Up Studio, Meanwood Community Centre

WORKSHOPS MUSIC

What's Happening Next in Leeds?

Discover Leeds Events