Aims

You will be introduced to the language of the medium: its origins, development and current status, and encouraged to develop your understanding and practical skill in the creative use of photographic printing and picture-making. You will study 35mm camera handling and use of controls, as well as basic black-and-white darkroom skills.

Suitability

This intensive course will appeal, if you need to establish self-confidence and develop basic technical and manipulative skills in photography. You do not need to demonstrate any prior aptitude or knowledge, although you will need to demonstrate a willingness to learn and explore the medium.

Content

fundamental principles of image formation

properties and creative potential of light-sensitive materials

correct use of photographic chemicals in the darkroom environment

use of standard 35mm single-lens-reflex cameras and camera accessories

processes and uses of a range of black-and-white film types

principles of photographic printing processes to produce competent contact printing and enlargements of black-and-white prints

Duration: 3 weeks

Dates: 13-31 Oct 2003

Location: Elephant and Castle

Fee: £1,350.00

Places are offered after successful interview with the Course Leader. If you would like to pursue this, please request a course information pack which describes the programme in more detail and includes an application form which will need to be completed and returned to the DALI office before you can be considered for interview.