n this 3.5-hour workshop with photographic artist Catriona Gray, you'll learn in a small group how to make creative and surprising images using Polaroid film, water, and paper.
Throughout the class, Catriona will guide you and a small group of fellow participants as you delve into the world of manipulating the delicate emulsion in water. Don't worry if you're new to this process—the warm and uplifting teaching style will alleviate any fears and provide you with the support and guidance you need.
The workshop will provide a mindful and enjoyable environment where you can explore your creativity and exercise your fine skills and patience! You'll gain hands-on experience in using Polaroid cameras and film, learning all the tricks of this tricky technique, using only scissors, water, and a paintbrush. Along the way, you'll discover the joy of accepting flaws, making mistakes, and enjoying the meditative experience!
All materials supplied, you will be able to make up to 6 images.
Learn how to dissect and manipulate the print to create beautiful, dream-like, unique prints. A breath of fresh air from digital photography, this is hands on, unpredictable and delicate work creating beautiful and truly unique results. All film, materials and access to Polaroid cameras included in the fee.
You will take pictures, cut them apart, soak them in hot water, separate their layers by hand and with a paintbrush until you're able to coax the gelatinous layer that holds the image onto your paper. It's like a flyaway jellyfish but you'd be surprised how robust it actually is so don't be afraid!
