Photography : Pinhole Photography Workshop

Is Pinhole photography for you?

If you want to create unconventional images that often have a soft, ethereal quality with a mysterious, dreamlike and timeless aesthetic then this fun and rewarding session is for you.

Perfect for individuals, couples or friend groups who want to explore a fun and experimental creative experience.

(No prior experience is required, though an appreciation for fine art is beneficial)

Description:

In this tactile workshop, you will work hands-on with pinhole photography, embracing a method that is as much a philosophy as it is a technique. Pinhole photography encourages slowing down, observing the world around you, and appreciating the simplicity of capturing light. This fascinating process takes us back to the very roots of photography, focusing on composition, exposure, and the interplay of light and shadow.

Pinhole photography offers a distinct look and feel that sets it apart from conventional photography. By using a simple, pinhole camera, you will create images with a unique perspective and aesthetic. The resulting photographs often have a soft, ethereal quality with a mysterious, dreamlike, and timeless aesthetic.

Working directly with the fundamental elements of photography fosters a deep connection to the creative process, resulting in images that feel personal and intimate. This workshop provides an opportunity to explore the beautiful simplicity and timeless quality of pinhole photography, creating unconventional images that capture the essence of light and shadow in a unique and captivating way.

You will learn how to:

- Use a pinhole camera

- Use a darkroom

- Use photographic paper

- Use Photographic chemicals

What is included:

- Borrowing a camera

- Photographic Paper

- Darkroom Chemicals

- Tea/coffee/water and snacks

What you need:

- Just turn up, no need to bring anything

- All materials are included

- Camera is provided to borrow

(you can bring your own camera if you have a 5x4in version)

Who should register:

- Adults 18 and above

- Youth in the company of an adult

- Individuals, couples or friend groups who want to explore a fun and experimental creative process

Youth (13 and above) can attend in the company of an adult (both need to book).

If you have any disabilities, please get in touch with us and we will accommodate your needs.

Workshop structure:

Studio Nihilities workshops are well-structured in small groups with the best values for you in mind. The workshops are fun and rewarding, you will experience both theoretical and practical processes. In this tactile workshop, you will experience a photo walk where you will be working hands-on with a large-format pinhole camera capturing photographs directly onto photographic paper.

Instructor:

Your workshop will be delivered by Lowe H Seger who has devoted his life to photography and has taught and mentored on all different levels for many years. Since 2019, Seger has been working as an Associate Lecturer for BA (Hons) Fashion Photography at the London College of Fashion, University of the Arts London where he regularly delivers lectures, workshops, tutorials and seminars.

Seger has a track record of solo exhibitions in the United Kingdom and Sweden, where he showcased his work. In 2022 he released his first photographic book, an investigation of the Japanese mindset. The book "Not Seeing Is A Flower" sold out within a month of its release date.

He is also known commercially for creating intimate, refined and carefully constructed images in his fashion editorial, advertising and portrait work. Seger has photographed celebrities and some of the most notable names in the fashion industry, including Alexandre Mattiussi, Caroline De Maigret, Christophe Lemaire, Gaia Trussardi, JW Anderson, Johnny Coca, Sabine Getty, Stellan Skarsgard, Farida Khelfa, Isabel Marant, Renzo Rosso and Sir Paul Smith.

Summary:

On completion of this session, you will have a good knowledge and a firm understanding of the techniques needed to create your own pinhole photographs, something you will even be able to do at home (with some required equipment).

Kind request:

We kindly ask our attendees to arrive early as being late will compromise the experience for the rest of the group. It is advised to use a travel planner in advance to make sure your route is not affected by any last-minute interruptions and/or weekend engineering.

We look forward to meeting you, Studio Nihilities Team

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Abney Park Cemetery Trust, Stoke Newington High Street, London, United Kingdom