All images courtesy of Rhiannon Adam

ABOUT THE WORKSHOP

The workshop will cover a number of techniques, focusing particularly on 'emulsion lifting', a process that works with most old Polaroid film, and the new Impossible Project film. The basic principle is that the layers of the developed photograph are separated and the picture layer can be floated off and 'lifted' onto a new surface. With this technique you can create unique and unusual pieces of work (see right and below for examples).

The day will include a a lesson on optimal camera operation and a photo walk around Eastbourne’s seafront. Worksheets for each activity will be provided, as well as film, cameras, and other materials required for each creative technique.

Rhiannon has a wealth of experience using different cameras, films and techniques; she will be on hand to answer any questions during the workshop and be happy to offer ongoing support and advice long after it has finished.

Techniques covered:

Emulsion lifting

Transparencies

Film emulsion manipulation

Cartridge manipulation (home-made filters)

Double exposures

Image transfers

Additional techniques if time/conditions allow:

Photograms or 'Polagrams'

Lightpainting and long exposures

Multiple exposures using strobe

Impossible Instant Lab equipment

Who is the course for?

This course is suitable for complete beginners as well as experienced artists or photographers looking to learn something different.

Are there any other costs? Do I need to bring anything?

If you have a camera, bring it, as it’s always best to teach you with your particular model. If you don’t have one, you will be able to borrow one.

All other materials are provided. Film will provided in enough quantity to work on the techniques taught during the workshop, and additional film will be available to purchase on the day.

I thought Polaroid wasn’t made anymore, can you still get the film?

Yes and no. Polaroid has discontinued all instant film, however this workshop will focus on the use of compatible film made by The Impossible Project and Fuji. We will give you information on where to buy cameras and film so you can carry on working with Polaroid in your own time if you wish to.

You can buy Impossible Project instant film from Zoingimage in Brighton:

zoingimage.com

 

TESTIMONIALS FROM PREVIOUS WORKSHOPS

“I loved your course. Your enthusiasm and depth of  knowledge showed through clearly. I'm no beginner Polaroid-wise - I have a large collection of the stuff - but I came away with lots of new technique knowledge and tips, and a desire to do a couple of projects, with lift multiples. Thanks again”

– LAURENCE OLVER

“I am sending you an email to say a huge thank you for your Polaroid course. What comes across is your enthusiasm and passion for your craft and your enjoyment of sharing that as a teacher. Observing you teach, you are incredibly patient, tolerant and willing to help people get everything they want from you over the course of the day and no question felt too stupid to ask. And I got so much from all of that - I am now a lover of instant film, its possibilities and frailties and will definitely do more with emulsion lifts in the future. “

– MICK BUSTON

alex@curious-projects.co.uk

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