Alternative Photographic Processes Short Course
Course description
Course overview
As photography has become digitally dominated there has been an increasing number of artists and designers looking back in history in search of a more engaging form of final output.
Through introducing a series of alternative photographic processes, using the photographic image as a starting point, the course will examine and demonstrate the choices and print methods available that go towards producing tangible pieces of work.
By underlining the interaction between image and base material, new processes will be explored, and creative departures will be encouraged.
Who this course is for
This course is suitable for anyone interested in developing experimental photographic skills, regardless of prior experience. Beginners are welcome, as are those looking to expand existing knowledge.
This is a summer-school only short course running only once a year. We encourage early bookings to secure your place.
Key information
Topics covered
- Look at number of significant historical and contemporary artists and photographers
- Liquid photographic emulsions: Will be used in the darkroom with art papers, canvas and glass
- Cyanotype printing: Learn how to carefully control contrast when creating both analogue and digital negatives
- Van Dyke printing: Learn how to create a beautiful permanent image on both paper and fabric
- UV Reactive Dyes: Learn how to create permanent multi coloured prints on paper and fabric
- Digital negatives: Take advantage of modern technology and learn how to create a custom curve in Photoshop and print onto acetate in a specific colour to fine tune your final image
- Each process introduced will be accompanied by a brief handout and recipe. You will be shown how to continue these techniques after the course with the minimum of specialist equipment
- Students are encouraged to bring their own imagery with which to experiment
Learning outcomes
- Familiarity with the choices and print methods available that go towards producing tangible pieces of work
- Digital badge and certificate of attendance
Materials
- Black and white 35mm photographic negatives
Tutor
Guy Paterson
Guy Paterson is an artist that specialises in photography and printmaking. He studied fine art at Central Saint Martins. He has work in the public domain and regularly exhibits both nationally and internationally. If you wish to find out more about his work and examples of work done on this course in the past visit Guy's website at www.guy-paterson.co.uk
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