EXPERIMENTAL LUMEN
AINDREAS SCHOLZ
Have you ever wondered how and when photography really started? Is it true that nothing else existed before the invention of the camera in 1826?
Artists and scientists have been capturing images using camera-less photography since the 19th century. In recent years, analogue and camera-less photographic processes are experiencing a renaissance including lumen. This half-day workshop will bring you on a 200-year journey through photography’s rich history and introduce you to some of the earliest camera-less photographic printing processes and techniques.
Far from being outdated, alternative photographic printing practices are experiencing a significant come-back, both thanks to their appealing visual qualities and to the fact that they are more sustainable and environment-friendly.
Course Content:
This workshop is for either beginners or intermediate learners who wish to develop their analogue and camera-less photographic skills and develop specific alternative photographic projects with a strong focus on Fine Art (e.g., composition, exposure, and image editing). Learners will be taken through the historical, technical, and creative aspects of this fascinating alternative photographic process.
- Historical and contemporary uses of lumen.
- Safe preparation of the required chemicals.
- Preparation of various plant specimens for printing.
- How to expose, develop, fix, wash, and dry lumen.
- How to protect, store and archive prints.
- This will be followed by an informal Q&A session, celebrating each other’s outcomes in a supportive learning environment.
Course Outcomes:
By the end of the course, participants should be able to:
- understand the relevance of alternative processes and practices in contemporary photography.
- use a range of historical and hybrid techniques to create original prints.
- understand how to experiment with different exposure timings.
To be eligible for this workshop you must be 16 or over. No prior knowledge and/or experience is necessary, although an appreciation for Fine Art practices is desirable. All materials will be provided.
The workshop will take place with at least 2 binding registrations.
