Introduction to Alternative Processing in Photography

In a world where most photos are captured digitally it’s good to remember the beauty of print and all of the creative options alternative processes have to offer. The history of printing photos introduces techniques and tools that can improve your eye in the field and open up doors to new perspectives. Fine artist and educator Daniel Gregory gives the steps needed to get you started in exploring the many formats out there. You’ll learn:

• An overview of what alternative processing is and the many formats out there
• How to create a digital negative
• How to setup and test your curve
• How to print a Cyanotype
• How to create a Van Dyke Print
• Chemistry, Safety and Developing techniques
• Platinum and Palladium Printing processes

In this introductory course, you’ll be given the key elements to get you started in expanding your creativity and exploring alternative photographic processes.