Photogram Workshop

Photograms are a kind of camera-less photography made in the darkroom in which you place objects directly on a piece of photographic paper and then expose the composition to the enlarger light. The result is a black-and-white image in which solid objects appear white and translucent objects and materials appear in an almost “x-ray” effect. The contours of the objects are rendered in sharp shapes and lines, sometimes ultra-realistically.

In this photogram experience, you will begin by creating your composition in the light. We have all kinds of fun props to compose with — from animal and dinosaur figurines to dried flowers. You can also bring objects from home that have special significance for you to incorporate into your photograms!

We have plenty of workspace where you can spread out and really enjoy putting your photogram together. This is a great activity for groups because you do this first part in the light, with everybody sharing props and creating together. After you’ve finished your composition, we take it into the darkroom and transfer it to a piece of photo paper for the exposure. Each participant can make up to three photograms during the session.