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The friendly dark room – FREE taster

A 2 hours session aimed at people involved in arts who are interested in learning the basics of photography darkroom techniques. Get creative to explore composition and making photograms. The workshop would be a series of practical exercises to understand the principles of photography and the process of developing.

The friendly dark room – FREE taster (DMF822TBR)

On:

Saturday
from 11am to 1pm

For 1 weeks.

Starts

13 September 2025

Ends

13 September 2025

Where:

Brockley Rise Centre
Brockley Rise
Crofton Park
Se23 1pr

Cost

FREE

Enrol now

You can enrol by phone on 020 8314 6959 or 020 8314 7775 Monday to Friday, 10am–3pm. More ways to enrol

Call: 020 8314 6959

Call: 020 8314 7775

What prior knowledge, experience and qualifications will I need?
No prior knowledge or experience is necessary to enrol on this taster session although a basic level of English and Maths skills are required. Expect a supportive course where everyone will be encouraged to share.

Learning Goals:
To understand basic of developing process in a Darkroom To learn how to use equipment at the darkroom To be creative and express it through photography To learn how make a photogram, to develop and to undertsand

What teaching methods will the tutor use?
The tutor will use a range of teaching methods during the class, including demonstration (both group and individual), one to one tuition, group work, progress assessments, observation, discussion and question and answer sessions.

What assessment methods will the tutor use?
The tutor will use various methods to assess your progress during the course. These may include observation, evaluation of work samples, question and answer sessions and photos of projects to record your achievements in our virtual learning environment (VLE).

Will extra work be required outside the class times?
Come to class with your found items to use in your photogram eg. Tooth brush, leaf, keys, etc. All small enough to fit an A5 or A4 sheet.

What materials will I need for the course and how much will they cost?
Found items to use in your photogram eg. tooth brush, leaf, keys, etc. All small enough to fit an A5 or A4 sheet. A notebook and pen.

What do I need to bring to the first class?
If you have any ideas of what elements you want to use on your Photogram, please bring any objects you want. We’ll work on an A4 size print. Small objects work best. Otherwise you can play around with objects found in the classroom. Please wear enclosed shoes.

Options when finished
The department offers a wide variety of design, media, music and food courses at different levels. Information about these courses is available through the tutor, the curriculum leader or the ALL programme.

Additional information
The tutor will contact you via email before the session begins please ensure we have your correct details.

For general enquiries and course availability information call 0208 314 3300. For more detailed information and guidance about the course:

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Contact

Maria Turner

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