Megan Sinclair returns to teach our Intro to Darkroom class. This will be taught in two three-hour sessions on Saturday, March 14 and Sunday, March 15, 10 a.m. - 1 p. m.
Saturday, March 14: Learning to process film and develop black and white negatives
Sunday, March 15: Printing photographs in the darkroom
You’ll receive guidance from an experienced instructor who will share tips on best practices and help you troubleshoot common issues. Whether it’s perfecting the development process or fine-tuning your print’s contrast, they’ll be by your side to ensure you leave with the knowledge and skills to confidently use a darkroom on your own.
By the end of the workshop, you’ll have not only developed your own roll of black and white film but also created a series of prints from your negatives.
The workshop provides 1 roll of film, and 10 sheets of photographic paper for developing and printing during class time. *You will need to pick up the film and shoot it before class.*
The workshop also includes 3 weeks of membership here at Franklin FOTO so you can continue to come in and develop more film and make more prints (you will need to provide your own extra film and paper for lab time outside of classes).
The class is capped at eight students so that the focus can be on individual learning.
Please note:
All guests must agree to and sign our Code of Conduct and Release Waiver. Please read and sign these documents prior to your class.
By Gabriel Francis. From the artist’s statement:
My main joy in photography is connecting to the people and world around me. I like riding the bus, talking to strangers and being outside in the midst of everything. My process usually involves walking or bussing around, drinking some beers and being curious. I take my camera with me everywhere, and I do my best to always keep my eyes, ears, hear and mind open.
By Corbin C, a collection of concert photography made with a disposable camera. From the introduction:
Corbin, Lithe, with a disarming smile, slinks in from the kitchen, navigates lake a hula hooper through the dancers, casually moves close to the harp player, and snaps a photograph…
Corbin’s instrument is a disposable film camera. The mass-produced kind, single-use, made of cardboard, popular before the convenience of digital.
This hourly rental rate includes chemicals, enlargers, darkroom printing & scanners.
It is suitable for folks with a working knowledge of the darkroom & B&W film processing or who have taken the color film processing class.
You don’t need to know how to use the scanners. We will be glad to show you the setup while you are here.
Reservations are not needed for the darkroom & film processing, but reservations are recommended for scanners.
To reserve a scanner please visit Scanner Reservations. This is a separate step from purchasing rental time.
Sliding-scale discount available. Click here to learn more.
If you would like to learn how to use the darkroom & or the processing of film, or if you need a refresher, please sign up for our Intro to the Darkroom Class or the Color Film Hand-processing Class.
Franklin FOTO Co-Director, Sharmil Elliott Reclusado, will be teaching our Intro to Darkroom in a two-day class.
Saturday, 10am-1pm: Learning to process film and develop black and white negatives
Sunday, 10am-1pm: Printing photographs in the darkroom
You’ll receive guidance from an experienced instructor who will share tips on best practices and help you troubleshoot common issues. Whether it’s perfecting the development process or fine-tuning your print’s contrast, they’ll be by your side to ensure you leave with the knowledge and skills to confidently use a darkroom on your own.
By the end of the workshop, you’ll have not only developed your own roll of black and white film but also created a series of prints from your negatives.
The workshop provides 1 roll of film, and 10 sheets of photographic paper for developing and printing during class time. *You will need to pick up the film and shoot it before class.*
The workshop also includes 3 weeks of membership here at Franklin FOTO so you can continue to come in and develop more film and make more prints (you will need to provide your own extra film and paper for lab time outside of classes).
The class is capped at eight students so that the focus can be on individual learning.
Please note:
All guests must agree to and sign our Code of Conduct and Release Waiver. Please read and sign these documents prior to your class.
$100 Donation to Franklin FOTO
This listing represents a $100 donation to Franklin FOTO. In recognition of your support, you will receive this limited-edition book (from an edition of 100) as a thank-you gift. Franklin FOTO has one copy available.
The book was generously donated by artist Michele Thompson in support of Franklin FOTO’s work. With gratitude to both Michele and our donors for sustaining this space.
Give the gift of creativity, community, and hands-on learning. Our Membership and Class Gift Cards can be applied toward any Franklin FOTO membership level or class offering, including darkroom orientations, workshops, film processing classes, and special events.
Whether someone is just getting started or leveling up their craft, this flexible gift supports their artistic growth, helps them feel at home in our community, and inspires anyone who loves analog photography.
Choose the dollar amount you’d like to gift, and they can use it toward:
• Monthly memberships
• Intro classes and refreshers
• Specialty workshops
• Film processing and creative technique sessions
Review your options below and choose the corresponding dollar amount.
Give your friends and loved ones the gift of creativity. These gift cards can be used toward hourly darkroom time, black and white film processing, printing, and access to our film scanners.
Choose the hour bundle that fits best:
• 1 hour: $10
• 4 hours: $36
• 8 hours: $65
This option is perfect for anyone with a working knowledge of black and white film processing and printing. If someone is new or wants a refresher, we’ve got them covered with our monthly Intro to the Darkroom classes.
Perfect for photographers, artists, students, or anyone itching to get their hands into analog magic.
For a flat fee of $130 per month you get 40-hour per week access to all of our film processing, printing and scanning facilities.
Members also receive 30% off all classes and workshops and 50% off lighting studio rental. You can save an additional 8% with auto-pay subscription.
Sliding-scale membership pricing is available. Click here to learn more.
If you would like to be a member and have more to give, this is the place for you.
These additional funds support the free and sliding-scale options we offer which allows more people to use and benefit from this unique space.
You keep us alive and help support our mission! We couldn’t do it without community support.
Do you need a studio space for your next photoshoot? Our in-house studio is ready for your photographic needs. Our backdrop wall and space are great for portrait shoots as well as product photography.
$30/hr - Bring your own lighting
$40/hr - Use our lighting
Megan Sinclair returns to teach our Intro to Darkroom class. This will be taught in two three-hour sessions on Saturday, Feb 14 and Sunday Feb 15, 10am-1pm
Saturday, Feb 14: Learning to process film and develop black and white negatives
Sunday, Feb 15: Printing photographs in the darkroom
You’ll receive guidance from an experienced instructor who will share tips on best practices and help you troubleshoot common issues. Whether it’s perfecting the development process or fine-tuning your print’s contrast, they’ll be by your side to ensure you leave with the knowledge and skills to confidently use a darkroom on your own.
By the end of the workshop, you’ll have not only developed your own roll of black and white film but also created a series of prints from your negatives.
The workshop provides 1 roll of film, and 10 sheets of photographic paper for developing and printing during class time. *You will need to pick up the film and shoot it before class.*
The workshop also includes 3 weeks of membership here at Franklin FOTO so you can continue to come in and develop more film and make more prints (you will need to provide your own extra film and paper for lab time outside of classes).
The class is capped at eight students so that the focus can be on individual learning.
Please note:
All guests must agree to and sign our Code of Conduct and Release Waiver. Please read and sign these documents prior to your class.
