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Camera Basics Tutorial
Dates to be arranged, $150
Although automatic 35mm cameras have made photography much more accessible, some people are ready to explore the challenges of working with manual camera controls.This tutorial is for those who have mastered “automatic,” but either haven’t yet used manual controls or cross their fingers every time they do, hoping the exposure is correct or the effect they desire occurs.

This tutorial will cover basic camera controls such as shutter speed and f-stop and the effects they have on exposure and image quality. There will be discussions and demonstrations on other basic and essential topics such as loading and holding a camera, films and film speed, correct metering procedures, and more. Students will finish the tutorial knowing how to use their cameras more fully and thinking more practically and philosophically about making photographs. Tutorial consists of an initial session of three hours with a one hour follow-up meeting.
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illustration 1 Zone System Tutorial
Dates to be arranged, $150
This one-on-one tutorial introduces students to the theory and use of the Zone System as developed in the 1940's by Ansel Adams. The Zone System is one of the most successful approaches to the exposure and development of black and white materials, but is frequently misinterpreted and misunderstood. Instruction includes metering procedures, exposure judgment, film calibration and development testing procedures. Tutorial consists of an initial session of three hours with a one hour follow-up meeting.
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Beginning Platinum/Palladium Tutorial
Dates to be arranged, $350 (lab fees included)
This intensive 6-hour hands-on tutorial will teach students how to print with these two non-silver processes. It will also include presentations on how to make both original and enlarged negatives of the correct density and contrast range for platinum and palladium. Since this is a contact printing process, students should bring at least medium format negatives or, ideally, 4" x 5" negatives. Negatives will be available from the instructor for printing. Beginning students are welcome; while darkroom experience is helpful, it is by no means necessary. All printing materials are included in the tuition. Typically scheduled as two 3-hour sessions.
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illustration 1 Advanced Platinum/Palladium Tutorial
Dates ti be arranged, $350 (lab fees included)
This tutorial is for students who have already taken a Beginning Pt/Pd workshop or tutorial from William Laven. A quick review of printing procedures will be offered as necessary. Students will also have available several papers and developers to explore the varied characteristics of different paper/developer combinations. Additionally, there will be a demonstration and darkroom time available to make enlarged negatives for printing. All printing and enlarged negative materials are included in the tuition. Typically scheduled as one 6-hour session.
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