Photograms: Cameraless Photography [S-15-46]
| Presenter: | Iggy Beerbower |
|---|---|
| Location: | SUNY Potsdam: Brainerd 202 |
| Classes: | 1 Session 1.5 hours |
| Dates: | Fri 12:00 PM 03/13 |
| Status: | CLOSED |
Print Info
A photogram is a photographic image made without the use of a camera. It is made by placing objects onto light sensitive paper, exposing it to light, and then developing it using chemicals. Some of the first photographs ever made were photograms. In the 20th century, the artist Man Ray took the process to a whole new level in terms of beauty and abstraction. This class is a hands-on workshop making photograms in a traditional film darkroom. Participants will be able to take their creations home with them. Cap: 18
NOTES: 1) A fee of $5 for photo supplies (photo paper and chemicals) will be collected at the class; 2) The presenter will supply some objects to photograph; participants are encouraged to bring some objects too (see next topic below); 3) Wear old clothes (or an apron), comfortable, sturdy shoes, and bring long dishwashing-type gloves (if you have sensitive skin).
WHAT OBJECTS TO BRING: Objects for making the photograms will be provided, but bringing your own is encouraged in order to create unique images among the participants. There ARE a couple of restrictions on what can be used:
1) The paper size being used is 8"X10". The objects do not have to fit completely on the paper, but the size should not be too much larger.
2) Objects cannot be those that will leave behind a mess (no dried plants, glitter, liquids in containers that are not fully sealed, etc.
3) Note: Items that are opaque will show up as solid white in the print, while transparent or semi-transparent objects will show variations of gray tones.
LINK:
http://www.photograms.org - information on photograms and some examples. [from Iggy]
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Photogram - Wikipedia's entry on the topic of photograms [rk]
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Man_Ray - Wikipedia link to the topic of the artist Man Ray (who Iggy refers to above) [rk]
https://www.pinterest.com/thimsky/cameraless-photography/ - a collection of photograms found online by a person interested in this topic. (a good spot to jump start your thinking on what to bring) [rk]
Iggy Beerbower earned an MFA degree from the Minneapolis College of Art and Design in 2002 and a BFA degree from the University of Hartford in 1993. Iggy is currently the Assistant Professor of Photography at SUNY Potsdam. She has also taught at other colleges and at the Vermont Center for Photography. Besides training with master photography printers, Iggy has experience working as a custom printer for fine artists and as a darkroom technician for a variety of photographic labs. Her photographs have been exhibited at numerous galleries across the nation. This winter she has an exhibit of her art work at the Potsdam Town Hall.