Film, Analog & Alternative Processes

©Nicole Ott, past student

Historic Processes at Home

For anyone missing hands-on photographic processes, cyanotypes and anthotypes are fun, safe and easy wasy to print at home. This class will give you the knowledge and confidence to start making prints with minimal space and resources. Classes will start with a history and explanation of the process followed by demonstrations and time to work. Finally, considerations are made for taking prints to the next level including layering, toning and alternate substrates. Students will leave with the ability to make beautiful prints whether in an at-home or studio environment.

Sean Blocklin is a photographer and lab manager, who moved from Jersey City to sunny California to spend more time in a darkroom. He studied at Pratt, beginning with a focus on film and video, before shifting to photography, as he found he preferred to tell a story in a single frame. While in college, he began working for Chuck Kelton (master printer, Kelton Labs), whom he assisted for 6 years, having the privilege to print for Lou Stettner, Mary Ellen Mark, Danny Lyon, and many more. He also assisted the artist Hale Gurland, doing small to large format photography and sculpture. Now working at Santa Monica College as the Studio and Lab Manager, Sean enjoys combining his passions for photography and mentoring to guide burgeoning artists.

Five Sessions Date: Sundays, August 1-29, 11 am-2 pm PST Enrollment limit: 15 students Skill/Experience level: Open to all levels Tuition: $345 Location: Online

©Sean Blocklin

Platinum and Palladium prints are considered the zenith of alternative process printing. Two of the most precious metals on earth combine to produce images of gorgeous tonal value. This class will give you the knowledge and confidence to start making Pt/Pd prints in your own home. Classes will start with a history and explanation of the process followed by safety and environmental considerations. Time will be given to make prints during class, ask questions and experiment. Finally, considerations are made for taking prints to the next level including contrast control, layering, and over-printing. Students will leave with the ability to make beautiful prints whether in an at-home or studio environment.

Sean Blocklin (for bio see left column)

Five Sessions Date: Sundays, November 7-December 12, 11 am-2 pm PST (no mtg. 11/28) Enrollment limit: 15 students Skill/Experience level: Open to all levels Tuition: $345 Location: Online