Cameraless Photography Short Course
A beginner-level course introducing cameraless photography through black-and-white wet-darkroom techniques and exploratory image-making.
About this course
The course examines photography without a camera, using the physical effects of light and chemicals on a two-dimensional surface. It is based in the black-and-white wet darkroom, where participants are introduced to a series of straightforward cameraless techniques. After demonstrations and introductions to the techniques, participants have time to explore their own creative approaches within these processes. The work connects photographic image-making with elements of painting, printmaking and graphic practice.
What you'll learn
- Use light and photographic chemicals to create images without a camera
- Apply introductory techniques in a black-and-white wet darkroom
- Explore the relationship between cameraless photography, painting, printmaking and graphics
Is this course right for you?
The course is intended for anyone interested in cameraless photography. Its Beginner level suggests an introduction to the subject, while the emphasis on exploring individual creative approaches allows time for experimentation within the techniques introduced.
Class teacher
Guy Paterson
Class teacher
Where this course runs
Upcoming classes
2 classes
Selected date
Mon 21 Jun 2027
10:00 – 16:00 • 5 days
£850
Central Saint Martins, King's Cross
Other available dates
| Starts | Schedule | Length | Teacher | Venue | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
21 Jun 2027 Monday | 10:00 - 16:00 | Short course5 days | GuyPaterson | Central Saint Martins1 Granary Square, London N1C 4AA | £850.00 | Book now |
26 Jul 2027 Monday | 10:00 - 16:00 | Short course5 days | GuyPaterson | Central Saint Martins1 Granary Square, London N1C 4AA | £850.00 |
Mon 26 Jul, 10:00 - 16:00
5 days5 daysMon 10:00£850GuyPatersonCentral Saint Martins
