Most photographers are constantly searching for a way to get better resolution. Larger film, better lenses, higher resolution digital cameras, the list goes on. For the pinhole photographer, the goal is not high resolution, but an emotional connection. By simply using a box with a pin-sized hole in it, you can make images that are dreamy, moody, and exciting.

This two day workshop will begin with an entire day to build pinhole cameras, experiment with exposures and print the results. Oatmeal boxes will be supplied (sans oatmeal) and students are asked to provide another light-tight box (with a lid that can open so that you can get inside the box to load and unload film) of whatever shape you wish- no bigger than a breadbox, please.

You will shoot RC paper negatives in your cameras, exploring what photography is like with no pre-made camera shape, composing pictures through surprise and faith. You will then print these negatives. Tools for turning your boxes into cameras will be supplied.

Although not a necessity, students are encouraged to bring either a light meter or your traditional 35 MM camera with a light meter.

SPECIAL REQUIRED ITEMS: 25 sheet packet of 8x10 ILFORD MG RC Glossy photo paper

This class includes four weeks of darkroom time! Class Limit: 10 people