Old photographic processes: a practical workshop
Learn about old and traditional photographic processes from the 19th and early 20th century, and how they can be used today to transform your work. Be able to recognise and appreciate the craft skills and art which went into creating Cyanotypes, Platinum and Paladium, Gum Bichromate, and Salt Paper prints, and the practicalities involved.
Key course information
Dates
12/11/11 - 13/11/11
Day(s)
Sat-Sun
Duration
1 week
Time
10:30 - 16:30
Fees
Full fee: £138NC
Venue
PS - Photography Studio
Course code
VY662
Availability
This course has finished
NC: No concessionary fees available as there is no government funding for this course.
This course has finished
Still got questions?
visualarts@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2700
Course outline
What is the course about?
The first session introduces old and traditional photographic processes from the 19th and early 20th century from a theoretical perspective. You will learn how they can be used today to transform your own work. Be able to recognise and appreciate the craft skills and art which went into creating Cyanotypes, Platinum and Paladium, Gum Bichromate, and Salt Paper prints, and the practicalities involved. You will be able to make your own Cyanotype and Salt paper print when the class goes offsite after the first morning.
What topics will we cover?
A full course outline will be given out at the first session.
- Old and traditional photographic processes from the 19th and early 20th century
- Cyanotypes, Platinum and Paladium, Gum Bichromate, and Salt Paper prints
- Making your own Cyanotype and Salt paper print.
By the end of this course you should be able to:
- Understand how old and traditional photographic processes from the 19th and early 20th century can transfor your own work
- Know what Cyanotypes, Platinum and Paladium, Gum Bichromate, and Salt Paper prints are
- Make your own Cyanotype and Salt paper print.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
Beginner, although some experience of photography and the traditional darkroom would be useful.
You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions to support demonstrations, hand-outs and for health and safety information, and will be invited to take part in group discussion. You should be able to use numbers and be able to do simple measurements and calculations.
Please look at the rest of the course outline carefully to decide if you may benefit from support in your English and Maths skills to help you to take part fully in this class.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Through a structured programme of lectures, demonstrations, practical exercises and image based discussions. The photography studio will be used in the morning and is equipped with a computer projector for presentations and viewing of images. The main proportion of the course will be offsite in a traditional photographic darkroom equipped for working with chemicals.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
No other costs. Please bring in a small selection of black and white negatives to the first session if you have some – otherwise they will be provided.
Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?
No.
What feedback will I get?
You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. Your tutor will discuss your progress with you, and what you want to get from the course.
How will I be able to give my views on the course?
Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses. There will be an opportunity to evaluate your course at the end. Yes, please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.
How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?
You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Please look in the new 2011/2012 prospective in the Photography section for specialist and practical Photography courses and in the Visual Arts section for computer courses including advanced Photoshop.
General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.
Who can I contact for further information?
Tel: 020 7492 2700
visualarts@citylit.ac.ukPlease email us for advice or call us during these times:
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To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.
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