A 1-Day Class
Saturday, November 9th
10:30am–1:30pm
Ages 16+
Darkroom I serves as an introduction to the basics of analog photography. Students will learn proper techniques for loading and exposing film, 35mm camera controls/technique, developing B/W film in the darkroom using a daylight tank. As any seasoned analog photographer knows, there are many easily avoidable ways to ruin your film. This course is a great way to avoid a lot of those beginner mistakes helping you get started in the darkroom quicker and easier.
Students will leave the class with sheet of negatives, as well as an understanding of exposure and basic photo chemistry. Get 15% off if ordered alongside Darkroom II.
Supplies are included. Students are welcome to bring their own 35mm cameras to the class. CEPA has a limited number of 35mm cameras available to rent.
Please call or email info@cepagallery.org if you have questions about your camera or to arrange a camera rental.
CEPA Learning Center
This class is limited to 8 participants.
Saturday, November 9th
10:30am–1:30pm
Membership starts as low as $40/year for individuals—and even lower for students at only $25/year!
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A 1-Day Class
Saturday, November 23rd
10:30am–1:30pm
Ages 16+
Darkroom II covers all the basics of enlarging and printing black and white film in the darkroom. Students will learn how make a contact sheet, evaluate their negatives, use an enlarger, control print contrast, archival processing/washing, as well as creative techniques for dodging and burning. Your first steps in the 100 year tradition of darkroom printing!
Class includes 3 additional hours of Lab time to practice further.
Get 15% off Darkroom I if ordered together.
Supplies are included. Students need to bring their own negatives or take Darkroom I.
Please call or email info@cepagallery.org if you have questions.
CEPA Learning Center
This class is limited to 8 participants.
Saturday, November 23rd
10:30am–1:30pm
Membership starts as low as $40/year for individuals—and even lower for students at only $25/year!
Learn about CEPA Membership »
A 2-Day Class
Saturday, November 2nd and November 9th
1:30pm – 4:00pm
Ages 16+
This course serves as an introduction to the basics of digital photography. Over the two day workshop, students will learn how to set up and use their digital cameras, the basic methods for properly exposing photographs, and tips for creating compelling images with your camera. This class will also cover the workflow for uploading and editing images in Adobe Camera Raw. It is required that you have a digital camera to participate in this course.
Participants must have a digital camera with the capability to shoot in RAW. CEPA has limited cameras available to rent. Please call or email info@cepagallery.org to arrange a camera rental.
CEPA Learning Center
This class is limited to 8 participants.
Saturday, November 2nd and November 9th
1:30pm – 4:00pm
Membership starts as low as $40/year for individuals—and even lower for students at only $25/year!
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A 1-Day Class
Friday, October 25th
6:00pm–9:00pm
Ages 16+
Discover the eerie and fascinating world of spirit photography in this hands-on large format photography workshop. The workshop will cover the history of spirit photography and 19th-century portraiture, diving into techniques and mystique that defined this unique genre. Students will pre-expose ghostly figures onto paper film and learn how to use an 8×10 large format camera to create haunting portraits. The class will serve as a fun introduction to large format photography and darkroom work.
Participants are encouraged to dress in period-appropriate costumes for an authentic, spooky experience! Students will leave the class with a set of eerie portraits and a deeper understanding of large format photography and historical photographic techniques.
Supplies are included.
Please call or email info@cepagallery.org if you have questions.
CEPA Learning Center
This class is limited to 8 participants.
Friday, October 25th
6:00pm–9:00pm
Membership starts as low as $40/year for individuals—and even lower for students at only $25/year!
Learn about CEPA Membership »