BRAZZA ADVANCED PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP

OPEN CALL

The BRAZZA advanced photography workshop is a total immersion course in black and white film photography and darkroom printing for the serious photographer wishing to achieve the highest level of photographic expression and fine art printing. The course is aimed at photographers who already have considerable experience in black and white film photography and darkroom printing. 

The workshop is based on a classic apprenticeship with a master photographer and is conducted exclusively on a one-to-one basis. Candidates wishing to participate in the workshop must apply in writing and will be required to show a portfolio of their work to support their level of competence. 

APPLICATIONS

Applications may be sent to brazzaresidency@gmail.com and should precise the object of the email by writing « ADVANCED PHOTO WORKSHOP ». In your email you should give an indication of your experience in photography, film processing and darkroom printing, your motivation to complete the workshop and your availability. You may also specify if you wish to focus on a particular aspect of film photography or darkroom printing. Applicants should also submit a sample of their work (8 to 12 images in jpeg format).

COURSE OUTLINE

1. The Zone system de-mystified. Sensitometry for the practicing photographer and printer. The Zone ruler as a tool for pre-visualization. 

2. Film exposure: the ultimate test for calibrated results.

3. Film development: complexities and conundrums. H&D curves and what they mean. Developing to achieve ultimate control. The Zone system shift process.

4. Under the red light. Printing for finality and printing for posterity. The darkroom set-up for the serious printer. No frills, no glam. Just the raw real thing.

5. Making a fine art print: the voyage of a thousand and one nights. Developer modifications, tonal adjustments and the expressive nature of the fine art print. Toning for archiving and for emotional interpretation.  Variations on a theme. 

6. The Silverprint formulary, a printer’s bible?

7. The archival method. Discussion and practice for the exhibiting artists.

8. Why we do it – translating technical knowledge into emotional expression.

NOTES:

The Brazza advanced photography workshop is held over a period of 5 days . 

The fee includes all materials (photographic chemistry, photographic paper, studio and darkroom equipment) required for the workshop however the candidate must, for reasons of personal development, provide his or her own cameras and film based on their normal working methods.

The course fee is 750euros and is payable in advance on acceptance of the candidates application. The fee is not refundable in the event of default or cancellation. 

The fee includes 7 nights accommodation on a full board basis at the Brazza art residency.

Note that we will reserve the place on a first come first served basis.

The fees must be transferred at least 15 days prior the workshop.

Applications should be sent to brazzaresidency@gmail.com