This is an introductory course for beginners. We introduce you to the basic concepts of B&W film photography. How does aperture, shutter speed and available light combine to expose a scene on film? 

Bring your own camera or borrow one of ours for the day to discover the joys of film photography.

We limit our numbers to small classes so that we can respond to the needs of each group, so this is a broad outline of what you can expect. We will adjust the class as needed.

What will your day look like?

Morning:

We start by going through the fundamental mechanics of film photography and instructing you in the main principles of the “exposure triangle”, a combination of shutter speed, aperture and film sensitivity that you need to utilize to calculate correct exposures for your images.

We talk a bit about basic principles of composition and then we put into practice these new skills by working with the available light in the immediate environment.

Afternoon:

We will guide you through processing your negatives and then scan them digitally for feedback. Depending on how the day goes, the feedback might happen on the same day or via a remote session in the week following the workshop.

By the end of the day

• You will have a basic understanding of the Exposure Triangle: using Shutter Speed, Aperture, ISO under a variety of Available Light conditions.

• You will have developed your first roll of film.

• Hopefully you’ll be hooked on a new hobby!

BASIC requirements

There is no basic requirement but you will get the most out of this class if you have a willingness to push through the sometimes frustrating challenges of learning new concepts.

We will launch you on the path of discovery and it’s good to keep in mind that mastery will only come with practice.

Familiarity with shooting on film or processing is not required.

Reserve one of our 35mm cameras or bring your own. If you have questions, please email us at info@marinovichmedia.com

Come prepared for any weather eventuality and have a hat and water.