EN – Analog Essentials / Basic Course

ANALOG ESSENTIALS
Black & White Analog Photography Basic Course

1-3 persons  •..8.meetings, app.3.hours.each  •..meetings.are.set.individually  •..English./.German

In this practice-oriented course we will cover the basics of the entire process of analog black & white photography: from using the analog camera through developing your films to printing your own photos in the darkroom.

This course allows for time to practice the skills learned both in between and during meetings, enabling you to deepen and solidify your capabilities. And if you fall in love with analog photography, this course serves as a basis for the in-depth course, Analog Mindset

We will work in single sessions or, if you’d like to come with friends or family, in a small group (2-3 persons) to enable full attention to your individual needs.
No prior knowledge or experience is needed.

The course includes:
MEETINGS 1-2: BASIC CAMERA THEORY AND ITS APPLICATION
In our first meetings you will learn about the features of the camera and how to influence the exposure to fit your vision of the image. In addition, we will talk about your photographic interests and discuss the aspects relevant for your exploration of photography. You will receive 1-2 rolls of film from me to photograph until the third meeting.
MEETING 3: DEVELOPING FILMS
Bring the exposed film(s) with you to this meeting.
In this meeting you will get to know the developing process step by step. You will practice loading the film into the developing spirals – and then develop your film. Afterwards we will learn about the “behind the scenes” of film and film developing as well as assess the development of your film(s). You will also receive all the information you need if you wish to continue developing black & white films at home (surprise: you don’t need a darkroom for this). 
MEETING 4: INTRODUCTION TO THE DARKROOM & CREATION OF A CONTACT SHEET
In the fourth meeting you will get to know the printing process in the darkroom as well as the enlarger. You will create a contact sheet from your developed film, which we will discuss in depth along with the negatives.
MEETINGS 5-8: PRINTING PHOTOS
In these meetings we will focus on printing selected photos from your film. You will learn what makes a good print, consider the choice of contrast levels, image cropping and composition, as well as learn and apply the techniques of dodging and burning. This will be accompanied by discussions and assessments of the different steps up until the final prints. We will also experiment with photograms, if you feel like some fun play.

FILMS: Initial 1-2 rolls of film will be provided by me.
If you already have a favorite film, you can of course bring it with you and use it.
Additional films are not included and can be bought separately – I am happy to advise on the choice of films.

CAMERA: If you don’t have your own analog camera, you can use one that I provide you until the following meeting for a deposit of 100 €.

8 MEETINGS, app 3 hours each
The meetings as well as their frequency are set on individual basis

1 person:  839 € 
2 persons:  1199 €
3 persons:  1439 €

Prices include 1-2 films, chemicals, photo paper and film protective sleeves

The course fees can be paid in instalments upon agreement.

If you’d like to continue deepening your knowledge and experience with analog photography, take a look at the In-Depth Course.

Additional 2-hour film developing meetings can be booked:

1 person:  75 € 
2 persons:  99 € 
3 persons:  135 €

Prices include materials and film protective sleeves

Additional printing meetings (minimum 3 hours) can also be booked:

1 person:  35 € per hour
2-3 persons:  25 € per person per hour

Prices include chemicals and photo paper

If you have further questions or would like to sign up for a course, contact me at
+49 (0) 177 456 0299 or contact@atelieranalog.com.
I’m looking forward to hearing from you!

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