Srinivas Kuruganti

BW FILM PROCESSING WORKSHOP

April 24-27, 2025 (dates changed)

(there is option to do this over two weekends)

Delhi

Hours 10am- 6pm

Limited to 6

Day 1 & 2 – Shooting with Film Cameras

Participants will use 35mm and medium format film cameras provided during the session.

You will learn how to:

• Set exposure using shutter speed, aperture, and ISO

• Handle and operate different film camera types

Each participant will shoot:

• Half a roll of BW 35mm film

• Half a roll of BW 120 medium format film

This is a practical session focused on understanding how to use analogue cameras and make pictures carefully.

Day 3 & 4 – Developing and Scanning Film

You will learn how to:

• Load film onto reels and into a processing tank

• Mix and use black-and-white developing chemicals (developer, stop bath, fixer)

• Process both 35mm and 120 film

• Dry and scan your negatives for review

At the end of Day 4, we’ll go through your scans together and discuss what worked, what didn’t, and what to try next time.(Previous experience with film cameras is not necessary)

Fees: Rs 8500 (payable in advance)

Participants will have to pay additional for the film. (Average cost of film is about Rs750)

Please fill out the form to register. Once confirmed, bank details will be sent.

https://www.instagram.com/analogueapproachproject/

Email: theanalogueapproachproject@gmail.com

SUBMISSION FORM

Black and White Print Workshop

TBD

Shahpur jat, Delhi

Hours 10am- 6pm

Limited to 4

Day 1 to 6

Here's a breakdown of what participants can expect to learn:

1. Working with Negatives: Understanding the properties of negatives, including exposure, development, and handling techniques.

2. Proper Exposure: Learning techniques for achieving correct exposure when printing, including test strips and exposure adjustments.

3. Contrast Control: Manipulating contrast levels in prints to achieve desired tonal ranges.

4. Black & White Chemistry: Understanding the chemicals used in black and white film development and printing, including their roles and proper handling.

5. Wet Processing: Hands-on experience with the wet processing techniques involved in developing and fixing black and white prints.

6. Printing Techniques: Learning various printing techniques, such as dodging, burning and use of multiple filters to manipulate the final image.

7. Tools and Their Uses: Familiarising with the tools used in the darkroom, including enlargers, trays, tongs, and easels, and understanding their specific purposes.

Overall, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the black and white printing process, from working with negatives to producing finished silver gelatin prints. This hands-on workshop offers valuable skills and knowledge for anyone interested in traditional darkroom photography.

Requirement:  Already developed b/w film negatives (35mm and/or 120)

All prints will be made on multigrade silver gelatin resin-coated paper.

Fees: Rs 25,000 (payable in advance)

* All paper and chemistry is included in the price.*

Please fill out the form below to register. Once confirmed, bank details will be sent.

https://www.instagram.com/analogueapproachproject/

Email: theanalogueapproachproject@gmail.com