Camera Obscura Workshop **COURSE CANCELLED** (UC09U12D)

Course overview

Using the principles of pinhole photography and camera obscura, you will make a simple cardboard box camera, develop techniques for focusing, and discover the wonderful effects even the most basic of lenses can provide. Each camera and lens will make its own unique images which students can then 'rephotograph' using their digital cameras. We will not be using film to fix the image, rather we will be recording the resulting images using our digital cameras.

A fun and creative endeavour that teaches the basics of photography and allows for image-making that is simply unachievable with a modern digital camera.

Where Uckfield College, Downsview Crescent, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3DJ.

When Saturday, 10:00am - 4:00pm on 26th March 2022 for 1 day.

Cost The full fee is £59.00.

What you already need to know

No previous experience is required.

What you will learn

You will be introduced to the principles of pinhole photography and the camera obscura and look at the work of contemporary practitioners who use these techniques to make creative images that are simply not possible with modern cameras. You will learn the first principles of photography and of how cameras work. You will make your own personalised camera, unique in its image-making and then make a folio of pinhole images.
Students will then adapt their pinhole cameras to include a lens to discover how this changes picture outcomes. Images will be fixed using a digital camera.
Students will have the opportunity to try out other types of cameras made on the day.

How you will learn it

This is a face to face workshop. Clear instruction and demonstrations will be given in a step by step process.

Bring to the first session

• A Digital camera
• Notepad and Pen
• Optional: lenses, magnifying glass, glasses

Your tutor will provide, tape, cardboard, boxes, and craft knives.

** Please bring a packed lunch as lunch is not provided at the venue.** Tea, coffee and biscuits are available for purchase during breaks.

By enrolling on this course you agree to take responsibility for the safety, security and insurance of your own equipment. ACRES does not accept liability for any damage or loss caused by accident, or through the downloading or viewing of any malicious or illegal software or content whilst using the Internet, email, transferring of files to and from your DSLR camera, laptop and/or desktop computer or any other activity undertaken whilst on this course. If you have any questions regarding this please speak to your tutor or contact the ACRES office on 01825 761820.

Extra study or practice

This is a one day workshop.

How to enrol

You can enrol by phoning ACRES' House on 01825 761820 on Monday to Friday between 9:30 am and 4 pm. Alternatively, to register your interest in a course please email adultlearning@acres.org.uk with the course title and your contact details and a member of the team will call you back to enrol you on your chosen course.

Previous students say

Student feedback from Toby's previous Digital Photography courses (all levels)

What did you achieve coming on this course?
Huge improvement in confidence using camera and related techniques.
I learnt a lot more about photographers and techniques and acquired more camera skills.
Learning how to use the camera proficiently and confidently in Manual, and learning how to see images more photographically
Had fun learning new photographic techniques
Confidence in photography and use of digital cameras.

What were the best/most enjoyable things about the course?
Excellent tutor and really inspiring classmates.
The tasks set by Toby and discussions afterwards about the results
The critical feedback on uploaded images and the between-class tasks
"I have never done anything creative or enjoyed art, I only joined the course to learn how to use my camera but i have surprised myself and am really enjoying being creative!"
Learning as part of a group and using live feedback to add to the enjoyment and the challenges set.

Additional Course Information

• Concessionary/reduced fees, are available to students in receipt of certain means-tested benefits on some courses.
• Course fees over £133, can be paid in one single payment at enrolment or in instalments by Standing Order where applicable.
• Fees and payment options: See the Financial Support page.
• Other course related information: See the Policies & Procedures page, or contact the ACRES office.

Specific Covid Considerations:
In the event of restrictions being reintroduced and if the class is remaining in the venue, you will be informed of further safety measures. If the lessons cannot take place because the tutor has to isolate or in the event of government-imposed restrictions or lockdowns, every effort will be made to reschedule the missed classes. If it is not possible to continue the course in the venue it will be continued online. If this is not possible we will refund the outstanding lessons.

To ensure Safe Practice during practical sessions:

• Class numbers are reduced to allow students to space apart.
• Students should work at separate tables or desks.
• Hand sanitiser will be available in all classrooms.
• You are responsible for sanitising your own workspace before and after each lesson, anti-bacterial wipes or spray will be provided by the tutor.
• Wearing a mask is a personal choice. Please respect the choices of your tutor and fellow students.
• Windows and doors left open to allow for room ventilation should not be adjusted by students.
• Sharing of equipment is discouraged, but if it is essential, please use the wipes / spray provided to clean between handling.
• Please make yourself aware of local guidance, particularly in community venues.

You must not attend the class if you show signs or symptoms of Covid-19, are awaiting results of a PCR Covid test, have been in close contact with a Covid-19 patient within 14 days or anyone who has been advised to self isolate for any reason. Please inform the ACRES' office, who will advise the tutor.

All tutors, students and visitors are encouraged to participate in rapid lateral flow testing in the interest of everybody's safety, however, this is not a mandatory requirement. Test kits are readily available locally or from the gov website.

Next steps within this subject with ACRES

Toby offers longer digital photography courses at all levels with ACRES. Please speak to Toby at the workshop or check our website for up to date information on all upcoming ACRES courses.
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Future steps beyond ACRES

Find out about other courses with the National Careers Service for opportunities to extend your skills and knowledge.

Further information

Website: www.acreslearning.org.uk Tel: 01825 761820 Email: adultlearning@acres.org.uk