public workshop 

 PRINTING 
 BLACK AND WHITE 

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In this course, you will learn all the essential basics for working in a darkroom. From using an enlarger, preparing chemicals, printing contact sheets from your film, to creating a proper print. You will take everything home on the same day.

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What you will learn:

- Introduction to basic darkroom equipment
- How to enlarge at home
- Using various timing methods
- How to ensure the print has maximum tonal range
- How to select contrast
- How to achieve even borders
- How to avoid grey photographs
- How to prepare and efficiently store chemicals
- How to achieve perfectly sharp enlargements from edge to edge
- An overview of all types of RC and fiber-based papers
- How and why to make contact prints
- Basics of dodging and burning techniques
- Basics of split-grading

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All materials, including fresh paper and chemicals, are included in the price. Just bring your own developed 35mm or medium format film.

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Participants are offered free parking directly in front of the lab.

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Duration: 5 hours
Price: 2450 CZK per person

Capacity: 2 people