Art, Painting, and Drawing: Alternative & Darkroom Photography

Unlock the timeless art of analogue photography in this hands-on, beginner friendly course designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of darkroom practice.

Location: Bath City Centre Campus

Suitable for: beginners, hobbyists, students, and anyone curious about traditional photography

Led by: Arran Hodgson, Lecturer in Art and Design

What you'll learn:

• Introduction to film cameras and shooting techniques
• Developing black & white film
• Darkroom safety and setup
• Printing techniques using enlargers
• Creative processes like dodging, burning, and light painting

Why Join?

• Explore photography beyond digital
• Develop hands-on skills in a fully equipped darkroom
• Create your own prints from start to finish
• Small group sessions with expert guidance

To ensure good learning experience, courses require a minimum number of enrolments to run. If the minimum number is not reached, we may need to cancel the course. We aim to give learners at least 7 days' notice wherever possible.