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: 4 hours
Price: 2550 CZK per person

Capacity: 2 people

Date: tuesday May 27th 5pm

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Public workshops are primarily conducted in Czech. However, you can book one for two people in English, or opt for an individual workshop for an additional fee of 1,000 CZK. Schedule your 1-on-1 session here.

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