Introduction to Black and White Darkroom – Evening Workshop

Learn the magic of black and white photography and darkroom process.

Over four consecutive weeks, you will learn the basics of black-and-white photography – from composing images through to printing in the darkroom. You will learn how to develop film, make contact sheets and print individual images. Whether you are a first-time film photographer, or are looking for a refresher course, this workshop is the perfect way to delve into the world of black and white photography darkroom printing.

This workshop is for the complete beginner right through to advanced photographers who want to learn the full black and white process, from shooting a roll of film using a traditional analogue SLR camera right through to developing your very own prints in the PhotoAccess darkroom.

PhotoAccess runs these workshops every quarter so if you miss out on this one, there’s always another one around the corner!

Introduction to Black and White Darkroom (evening course), will take place over 4 consecutive weeks;

Wednesday 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th June, 2023, 6:00 to 9:00pm, at PhotoAccess.

Week 1 
Participants will meet at PhotoAccess and will be provided with a SLR camera and roll of 35mm B&W film. A few hours will be spend shooting as a group.

Week 2
Developing your 35mm and or 120 B&W film and an introduction to the PhotoAccess darkroom.

Week 3
Intro to scanning film. Creating a contact sheet from your roll of film in the darkroom.

Week 4
Printing your images in the PhotoAccess Darkroom

All required equipment and materials will be provided, including an analogue SLR 35mm Camera, a role of black & white 35mm film, photographic paper and all the chemicals and equipment required to process and print your negatives and photographs. And, of course, your experienced tutor will provide expert guidance and friendly support. 

You’ll have a PhotoAccess notebook & pencil to take notes and will receive to take home PDF digital guide to black & white darkroom photography to take home (just in case you forget something after the workshop!).

Your enthusiasm! We supply you with a 35mm camera, film, paper and all other materials.

However, if you would like to bring along your own film camera, 35mm or medium format (120 film) you are more than welcome, but please make sure that your camera is in good working order!

Enrolments for this workshop close at 5pm Friday June 2nd, 2023. As a not-for-profit, our financial margins are narrow and classes require a minimum number of participants to run. In the event that PhotoAccess cancels a workshop, refunds will be paid in full or a transfer allowed free of charge. If a class is postponed, we will endeavour to reschedule at a time convenient to enrolled participants.

PhotoAccess will happily refund or transfer workshop fees up to 7 days prior to the start date of the workshop. If less than 7 days’ notice is given, PhotoAccess can offer a partial refund. Alternatively, enrolment can transfer to another workshop plus a $50 transfer fee. If less than 48 hours are given, no refunds or transfers can be given. Please note that memberships purchased in conjunction with a workshop enrolment are non-refundable. See Terms and Conditions for further details.