Penumbra Foundation Upcoming Classes in NYC

Sun, Jul 21st, 10am–5pm EDT (7 hours)

$420

+4200 pts

Chemical Painting

Penumbra Foundation @ 36 E 30th St, New York, NY

Explore the artistic potential of combining painting and photography with an experimental chemigram technique. Push the boundaries of the photographic medium at Penumbra Foundation's workshop, where students will use various stencils and resists to create unique forms on silver gelatin paper. No prior knowledge of black and white chemistry required.

All levels 18 and older

Aug 3rd

10am–6pm EDT

Meets 2 Times

$900

Sat, Aug 3rd, 10am–6pm EDT (16 hours over 2 sessions)

$900

2 sessions

+9000 pts

Cyanotype Crash Course

Penumbra Foundation @ 36 E 30th St, New York, NY

Delve into the historic art of Cyanotype in this immersive workshop. Learn the chemistry, paper selection, and techniques for creating captivating cyan-blue prints. From large format or digital negatives to photograms, unlock the secrets to crafting stunning cyanotypes under expert guidance.

All levels 18 and older

Aug 10th

10am–6pm EDT

Meets 2 Times

$600

Aug 17th

12–4pm EDT

$260

Sat, Aug 10th, 10am–6pm EDT (16 hours over 2 sessions) Other dates (1)

$600

2 sessions

+6000 pts

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Developing Film with Caffenol

Penumbra Foundation @ 36 E 30th St, New York, NY

Learn the art of developing film using a homemade developer with artist Brittonie Fletcher. Discover how to create your own film and paper developers from scratch, using simple household ingredients. Explore the science of photography and develop a more environmentally friendly photographic practice at this workshop by the Penumbra Foundation.

All levels 18 and older

Jun 13th

11am–3pm EDT

$215

3 Seats Left

Thu, Jun 13th, 11am–3pm EDT (4 hours)

$215

+2150 pts

Digital to Traditional: Cyanotype Workshop for Teens

Penumbra Foundation @ 36 E 30th St, New York, NY

Immerse yourself in the art of cyanotype and create stunning Prussian blue images in this hands-on workshop. Discover the history of this 19th-century photographic process and learn how to mix and apply chemistry to produce unique prints. Join us for a day of photographic fun and unleash your creativity!

All levels 14 - 18 years old

Jul 20th

11am–5pm EDT

$375

3 Seats Left

Sat, Jul 20th, 11am–5pm EDT (6 hours)

$375

+3750 pts

Printing with Caffenol

Penumbra Foundation @ 36 E 30th St, New York, NY

Learn the art of making your own DIY developers and prints in the darkroom with artist Brittonie Fletcher at Penumbra Foundation. Discover the science of photography and explore environmentally friendly practices while experimenting with caffenol as a film and paper developer. Perfect for beginners and experienced film users.

All levels 18 and older

Jun 20th

11am–3pm EDT

$235

Thu, Jun 20th, 11am–3pm EDT (4 hours)

$235

+2350 pts

Action Plants

Penumbra Foundation @ 36 E 30th St, New York, NY

Unleash the power of photosynthesis in 'Action Plants'—a unique workshop at Brooklyn Film Camera where you'll delve into the world of photochemical experimentation with plants and household materials, creating stunning prints and gaining insights into the science behind the magic.

All levels 18 and older

Jun 29th

10am–6pm EDT

$200

6 Seats Left

Sat, Jun 29th, 10am–6pm EDT (8 hours)

$200

+2000 pts

Plein Air Tintypes

Penumbra Foundation @ 855 Grand St, Brooklyn, NY

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the art of capturing the natural world using traditional tintype techniques. Embrace the beauty of the past and create timeless images with a modern twist.

All levels 18 and older

May 4th

10am–6pm EDT

$250

5 Seats Left

Sat, May 4th, 10am–6pm EDT (8 hours)

$250

+2500 pts

Toward a Photobook in the Hudson Valley

Unlock the power of storytelling through photobooks in this immersive workshop at Penumbra Foundation. Dive deep into the editing and sequencing process, discovering narrative threads within your images. Join a supportive environment where your photography projects will be meticulously explored, helping you craft compelling visual narratives ready for publication.

All levels 18 and older

Jun 8th

10am–6pm EDT

Meets 2 Times

Sat, Jun 8th, 10am–6pm EDT (16 hours over 2 sessions)

$575

2 sessions

+5750 pts

Developing a Research Based Photo Practice in the Hudson Valley

Discover how to elevate your photographic practice by incorporating research techniques in this weekend workshop. Explore the power of research to deepen project development and enhance intentionality in your work. Whether you're a beginner or advanced, this class will equip you with essential research and workflow skills for future projects.

All levels 18 and older

Jul 20th

10am–6pm EDT

Meets 2 Times

Sat, Jul 20th, 10am–6pm EDT (16 hours over 2 sessions)

$575

2 sessions

+5750 pts

Introduction to Zines in the Hudson Valley

Unleash your creativity and tell your own story through the power of zine-making. Discover the historical and theoretical aspects of zine culture in this approachable workshop at Penumbra Foundation. Learn the basics of creating your tangible self-published works and explore the expressive possibilities of this unique art form.

All levels 18 and older

Jun 29th

10am–6pm EDT

$346

4 Seats Left

Sat, Jun 29th, 10am–6pm EDT (8 hours)

$346

+3460 pts

Shaping a Photobook in the Hudson Valley

Embark on a transformative weekend with Sara J. Winston in upstate New York, shaping your photographic project into a captivating photobook. Delve into image editing, sequencing, and book design, refining your vision through practical assignments and group critique. Leave empowered with actionable steps to bring your book to life, armed with newfound skills and insights in photobook creation.

All levels 18 and older

Jul 27th

10am–6pm EDT

Meets 2 Times

Sat, Jul 27th, 10am–6pm EDT (16 hours over 2 sessions)

$575

2 sessions

+5750 pts

Intro to Wet Plate in the Hudson Valley

Experience the magic of creating unique images through the historic process of wet plate collodion. Learn the art of hand pouring chemicals onto metal plates to create stunning tintypes and ambrotypes. Unleash your creativity and immerse yourself in this hands-on workshop.

All levels 18 and older

Aug 3rd

10am–6pm EDT

Meets 2 Times

$625

Sat, Aug 3rd, 10am–6pm EDT (16 hours over 2 sessions)

$625

2 sessions

+6250 pts

Photographs as a Sculptural Form in the Hudson Valley

Unlock the transformative potential of photography as sculptural art at Penumbra Foundation. From photo transfer techniques to installation considerations, explore the fusion of image and form in this dynamic workshop. Dive into experimentation and creative exploration, guided by technical demonstrations and collaborative discussions, and unleash the boundless possibilities of photographs as sculptural mediums.

All levels 18 and older

Aug 10th

10am–6pm EDT

Meets 2 Times

$600

Sat, Aug 10th, 10am–6pm EDT (16 hours over 2 sessions)

$600

2 sessions

+6000 pts

Photographing the Hudson Valley

Embark on a captivating visual journey through the Hudson Valley alongside renowned photographer Andrew Moore. Gain insights into composition, lighting, and storytelling as you capture the essence of this historic region. With expert guidance and constructive critique sessions, hone your photography skills and unlock the beauty of the Hudson Valley through your lens.

All levels 18 and older

Aug 17th

10am–6pm EDT

Meets 2 Times

Sat, Aug 17th, 10am–6pm EDT (16 hours over 2 sessions)

$575

2 sessions

+5750 pts

8"x10" Wet Plate in the Hudson Valley

Elevate your wet plate skills with our immersive 8x10” workshop at Penumbra Foundation. Explore the art of creating tintypes and ambrotypes on a larger scale, refining your collodion technique under expert guidance. Utilize our top-notch facilities and equipment for an unforgettable hands-on experience in the historic process of wet plate photography.

Intermediate 18 and older

Aug 24th

10am–6pm EDT

Meets 2 Times

$650

Sat, Aug 24th, 10am–6pm EDT (16 hours over 2 sessions)

$650

2 sessions

+6500 pts

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Calotype

Penumbra Foundation @ 36 E 30th St, New York, NY

Invented by photographic pioneer Henry Fox Talbot, the calotype was the first negative-to-positive photographic process. In this hands-on workshop, students will be guided from start to finish in the production of calotype negatives with accompanying salt prints. This workshop covers everything from the historical and political importance of the process to practical applications like paper selections and process variations. Students will be...

All levels 18 and older

No upcoming schedules

$795

2 sessions

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Chemigram

Penumbra Foundation @ 36 E 30th St, New York, NY

Chemigrams are an experimental, camera-less technique that combines the process of painting with photographic chemistry on light-sensitive paper.Chemigrams push the boundaries of the photographic medium and silver gelatin paper. In this workshop, we will use various techniques, such as resists and developers to achieve varied forms on silver gelatin papers. You will learn the effects of various developers on warm and cold tone papers as well as different...

All levels 18 and older

No upcoming schedules

$650

2 sessions

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Studio Lighting for Wet Plate

Penumbra Foundation @ 36 E 30th St, New York, NY

Given its extremely low sensitivity to light, the wet plate collodion process has historically called for long exposures in order to yield a proper image. With the advent of modern strobe-based lighting, practitioners of this 19th century process now have a host of creative options opened to them with exposures that are instantaneous, thus negating the time exposures ranging in the upper seconds otherwise necessary to the process. This workshop will...

All levels 18 and older

No upcoming schedules

$600

2 sessions

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Digital Negatives and Platinum Palladium Printing

Penumbra Foundation @ 36 E 30th St, New York, NY

Learn the art of combining digital and analog techniques in this hands-on course at Penumbra Foundation. Discover how to create unique platinum-palladium prints using enlarged digital negatives or film negatives. Explore various creative options and finish the course with beautiful prints and the skills to continue working independently.

All levels 18 and older

No upcoming schedules

$1,408

8 sessions