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Darkroom Photography

Course Type
Adult Community Learning
Campus
City Centre (Bath)
Level
Duration

Course Overview

Course ID:
4196

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

Duration: 5 weeks

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

 

 

 

 

Interested in applying?

Offering Code:
S98APDX/BEF1C
Offering Name:
Darkroom Photography (Apr)
Start Date:
23/04/2026
End date:
02/07/2026
Day Of Week:
Thursday
Start Time:
18:15
End Time:
20:45
Campus Name:
City Centre Campus (Bath)
Fee Rate 16 to 18 Fully Funded:
Fee Rate 19 Plus Fully Funded:
£0.00
Fee Rate 19 Plus Co Funded:
£75.00
Fee Rate Non Funded:
£150.00
Offering ID:
4196
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Fees and Funding

If you are aged 19 or older, and are a UK national living in the UK or EEA for the last three years, you should be able to access government funding towards the cost of your course. Your course will either be free, or partially funded with a small fee to pay.

Free - if you are unemployed, looking for work and claiming benefits; Also, if you are employed & earning below 25k per year.

Partially Funded - if you earn 25,000 or more per year.

Not Funded - if you do not meet the residence requirements. You may be required to pay the full cost of your course, and will not be able to claim any government funding.


We will be able to advise you on your funding eligibility after you apply, but feel free to give us a call if you'd like to discuss your circumstances.


The prices listed are the highest possible option - the final price would be allocated depending on individual circumstances (according to the criteria above).

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