Wet Plate Collodion Photography Short Course

ByUAL

Photography

Improver

An Improver-level introduction to wet plate collodion photography combining practical training, contemporary artist discussions and independent-practice guidance.

About this course

Participants explore wet plate collodion photography through practical training and work with a variety of cameras. The course also considers how contemporary artists and photographers are using this historic process today. Discussion extends to the practical considerations involved in establishing an independent wet plate practice, linking technical exploration with the wider context of working with the medium.

What you'll learn

  • Apply wet plate collodion photography techniques in practical sessions.
  • Examine contemporary artistic and photographic uses of wet plate collodion.
  • Discuss considerations involved in setting up as an independent wet plate practitioner.

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for learners at Improver level, which may suit those developing beyond fundamental techniques. It combines practical activity with discussion of contemporary practice and the considerations involved in working independently.

  • Suitable for anyone interested in learning about wet plate collodion photography.
  • Includes both practical training and discussion-based exploration.

Before you go

  • A variety of cameras are used on the course.
  • Participants are encouraged to bring their own camera.

Class teacher

  • Guy Paterson

    Class teacher

Where this course runs

  • Selected class

    Central Saint Martins, 1 Granary Square, London N1C 4AA

    1 Granary Square, London N1C 4AA

    Nearest station: King's Cross

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Upcoming classes

3 classes

Selected date

Sat 6 Mar 2027

10:00 – 16:00 • 2 days

£400

Central Saint Martins, King's Cross

Guy PatersonClass teacher
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Other available dates

  • Sat 12 Jun 2027

    10:00 – 16:00 • 2 days

    Central Saint Martins, King's Cross

    Guy Paterson

    £400

  • Mon 6 Sep 2027

    10:00 – 16:00 • 3 days

    Central Saint Martins, King's Cross

    Guy Paterson

    £610

StartsScheduleLengthTeacherVenuePrice
12 Jun 2027
Saturday
10:00 - 16:00
Weekend course2 days
GuyPaterson
Central Saint Martins1 Granary Square, London N1C 4AA
£400.00
6 Sept 2027
Monday
10:00 - 16:00
Short course3 days
GuyPaterson
Central Saint Martins1 Granary Square, London N1C 4AA
£610.00
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    Central Saint Martins
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    £400
  • Sat 12 Jun, 10:00 - 16:00

    2 days
    Central Saint Martins
    2 daysSat 10:00£400
    GuyPatersonCentral Saint Martins
    GuyPaterson
    £400
  • Mon 6 Sep, 10:00 - 16:00

    3 days
    Central Saint Martins
    3 daysMon 10:00£610
    GuyPatersonCentral Saint Martins
    GuyPaterson
    £610

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