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Zone System
Date TBA, one day, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., $85 (all materials included)
This one day workshop 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. Students will spend some time photographing, applying what has been discussed and demonstrated.
Enrollment limited to 8. Registration closes XXXDATEXXX.
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Beginning Platinum/Palladium Printing
Date TBA, two days, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., $200 (all materials included)
This intensive hands-on workshop 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.
Enrollment limited to 6. Registration closes XXXDATEXXX.
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Advanced Platinum/Palladium Printing
Date TBA, two days, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., $200, all materials included
This workshop is for students who have already taken a Beginning Pt/Pd workshop from William Laven, either privately or through a workshop program. 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. Most of the workshop time is for printing and making enlarged negatives. All printing and enlarged negative materials are included in the tuition.
Enrollment limited to 6. Registration closes XXXDATEXXX.
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Workshop/Tutorial Inquiries
Individual tutorials are available in Zone System and [Pt/Pd] printing. If you have questions about workshops or tutorials, please click here to inquire via e-mail.