Winter Workshops - 2025
JANUARY WORKSHOPS - Registration Now Open!
PHOTO ZINE MAKING - SUNDAY, JANUARY 5TH - 3-6PM - HELD AT OAKLAND PHOTO WORKSHOP BY JAYA BHAT
If you think a zine is just a printed pamphlet, get ready to open your mind! In this one day workshop, a variety of zine making techniques will be presented, ranging from the more “traditional” to the most unexpected and experimental formats. You’ll get a taste of what goes into digital zine layouts as well as getting hands-on with your own DIY zine mock up. Participants are invited to bring a variety of their own printed images that they are interested in putting into a zine. All other materials for this workshop are provided by EBPCO.
ENROLLMENT FEE: $50 | MATERIALS FEE: $5 | EBPCO Members Receive 20% Off | REGISTER HERE
INTRO TO DARKROOM - 4 WEEK - THURSDAYS, JANUARY 9th-30th - 6-8pm - HELD AT EBPCO DARKROOM BY BRENNA HANSEN
This 4 week course is for those who are comfortable shooting 35mm film but have no previous experience in a black & white darkroom. Throughout the course, an instructor will guide you through the basics of darkroom processes, including processing black & white film, contact printing, and enlargement printing. Participants must bring two exposed but unprocessed rolls of film to work with for the first class. All other materials for this course are provided by EBPCO! Includes limited independent access to the EBPCO Darkroom for the month of the course.
ENROLLMENT FEE: $220 | MATERIALS FEE: $30 | EBPCO Members Receive 20% Off | SOLD OUT! JOIN THE CANCELLATION NOTIFICATION LIST HERE
DARKROOM REFRESHER - SATURDAY, JANUARY 11th - 10AM - 2PM - AT EBPCO DARKROOM
This one-day session is designed for those who have had some previous experience in black & white photography, processing, and printing but have been away from it for some time. We will go through the process of black & white film processing and darkroom printing together as a refresher to these hands-on procedures. Participants must bring an exposed but unprocessed roll of film to work with for the class. All other materials for this course are provided by EBPCO!
ENROLLMENT FEE: $110 | MATERIALS FEE: $15 | EBPCO Members Receive 20% Off | SOLD OUT! JOIN THE CANCELLATION NOTIFICATION LIST HERE
POLAROID MANIPULATION - SUNDAY, JANUARY 19TH - 12-4:30PM - HELD AT EBPCO DARKROOM BY SAKARA BIRDSONG
In this one-day workshop, participants will learn methods for manipulating and transferring Polaroid film. This includes transferring an image onto paper or glass and working to create collages out of polaroids with these materials. We’ll also learn how to safely experiment with everyday chemicals found in the pantry to create unconventional polaroid images. Participants are asked to bring a polaroid camera as well as some film (600 or I-type). All other materials are provided by EBPCO.
ENROLLMENT FEE: $65 | MATERIALS FEE: $15 | EBPCO Members Receive 20% Off | REGISTER HERE
BREW YOUR OWN FILM DEVELOPER: CAFFENOL - SUNDAY, JANUARY 26TH - 10:30-2PM - HELD AT EBPCO DARKROOM BY BEATRICE THORNTON
We’re partnering with local roaster Rasa Caffe to source some beautiful coffee for participants in this workshop to enjoy in two different ways: as a delicious warm beverage AND ALSO as a developer base for black & white film processing! In this one-day workshop, participants will learn the basics of film processing with homemade Caffenol developer. Participants must bring two rolls of exposed 35mm black & white film to process during the workshop. All other materials are provided by EBPCO, including a cup of Rasa Caffe coffee!
ENROLLMENT FEE: $55 | MATERIALS FEE: $15 | EBPCO Members Receive 20% Off | REGISTER HERE
FEBRUARY WORKSHOPS - Registration Opens January 1st!
INTRO TO DARKROOM - 4 WEEK - TUESDAYS, FEBRUARY 4th-25th - 6-8pm - HELD AT EBPCO DARKROOM BY JYOTI LIGGIN
This 4 week course is for those who are comfortable shooting 35mm film but have no previous experience in a black & white darkroom. Throughout the course, an instructor will guide you through the basics of darkroom processes, including processing black & white film, contact printing, and enlargement printing. Participants must bring two exposed but unprocessed rolls of film to work with for the first class. All other materials for this course are provided by EBPCO! Includes limited independent access to the EBPCO Darkroom for the month of the course.
ENROLLMENT FEE: $220 | MATERIALS FEE: $30 | EBPCO Members Receive 20% Off | REGISTER HERE - Open January 1st
ADVANCED DARKROOM PRINTING - TWO DAY - MONDAY, FEB 3rd & WEDNESDAY, FEB 5th - 6-9:30pm - HELD AT EBPCO DARKROOM BY VINCE DONOVAN
This two day advanced workshop is reserved for registered users of the EBPCO darkroom who want to take their printing to the next level. You'll learn techniques to work more efficiently and effectively in the darkroom to get consistently good prints with vivid blacks, rich mid-tones, and sparkling highlights! Participants must bring a selection of negatives and darkroom prints made at the EBPCO darkroom to the first class. All other materials for this course are provided by EBPCO!
ENROLLMENT FEE: $180 | MATERIALS FEE: $15 | EBPCO Members Receive 20% Off | REGISTER HERE - Open Janaury 1st
SALT PRINTING - SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 9th - 12-3 - HELD AT EBPCO DARKROOM BY ANNE STURGEON
Salt printing is a photographic printing process dating back to the mid 1800’s that uses table salt and silver nitrate to produce a light sensitive emulsion. In this one-day workshop, learn the basics of this historical process, including how to make and coat your light sensitive emulsion on paper and expose with UV light, leaving you with a rich brown salt print made from a digital negative. Participants must send in images prior to the workshop for negative printing. All other materials for this workshop are provided by EBPCO.
ENROLLMENT FEE: $50 | MATERIALS FEE: $15 | EBPCO Members Receive 20% Off | REGISTER HERE - Open January 1st
DR. PHILM CAMERA REPAIR - SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 22nd - 11AM-1PM - HELD AT OAKLAND PHOTO WORKSHOP BY PHILP KRAYNA
Do you have a film camera sitting in your closet or collecting dust in an attic, inherited from a relative or borrowed from a friend, or recently purchased at a yard sale or on eBay? Bring your cameras and question to this informal workshop where we will share with others and with EPBCO member and film camera obsessive Philip Krayna (aka “Dr. Philm). Philip will test and assess your camera, if possible help with minor repairs, and explain how to use it, so you can start enjoying the magic of film photography.
This is a FREE Workshop, but advance registration is required. REGISTER HERE - Open January 1st
MATTING & FRAMING - SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 23rd - 3-6PM - HELD AT OAKLAND PHOTO WORKSHOP BY JENNY SAMPSON AND JAN WATTEN
Learn the importance and the basics of framing and presenting your photographic work. This workshop will cover frame styles, colors and sizes; mat colors and borders; mat vs. no mat; glazing options (glass vs. plexi); finishing (hardware/wires, etc.) and how to present your work at portfolio reviews. Cutting windows in mat board will be demonstrated and attendees will have the opportunity to try cutting their own mat windows. Glass cutting can be demonstrated if there is interest and time.
ENROLLMENT FEE: $50 | MATERIALS FEE: $15 | EBPCO Members Receive 20% Off | REGISTER HERE - Open January 1st
MARCH WORKSHOPS - Registration Opens February 1st!
INTRO TO 35MM FILM PHOTOGRAPHY - SATURDAY, MARCH 1st - 1-4pm - HELD AT EBPCO DARKROOM
For those who own a 35mm SLR camera and want to learn how to get the most out of it. In this course, an instructor will guide you through the basics of manual camera function and making images with black & white 35mm film, including ISO, aperture, shutter speed, light metering, focus, and more. This workshop will get you making images that can be sent out for processing or prepare you for your own processing work in the darkroom. Participants must bring their own 35mm camera.
ENROLLMENT FEE: $50 | MATERIALS FEE: $15 | EBPCO Members Receive 20% Off | REGISTER HERE - Open February 1st
INTRO TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY - SUNDAY, MARCH 2nd - 3-6PM - HELD AT OAKLAND PHOTO WORKSHOP BY KELLY SULLIVAN
For those who own a digital camera and want to learn how to get the most out of it. In this workshop, an instructor will guide you through the basics of digital camera function and making images in manual. This workshop will give you a deeper understanding of your camera's modes and functions as well as a greater sense of control over your image making. Participants must bring their own DSLR or mirrorless camera, batteries, and memory card for file storage.
ENROLLMENT FEE: $50 | MATERIALS FEE: $5 | EBPCO Members Receive 20% Off | REGISTER HERE - Open February 1st
INTRO TO DARKROOM - 4 WEEK - WEDNESDAYS, MARCH 5th-26th - 6-8pm - HELD AT EBPCO DARKROOM BY JYOTI LIGGIN
This 4 week course is for those who are comfortable shooting 35mm film but have no previous experience in a black & white darkroom. Throughout the course, an instructor will guide you through the basics of darkroom processes, including processing black & white film, contact printing, and enlargement printing. Participants must bring two exposed but unprocessed rolls of film to work with for the first class. All other materials for this course are provided by EBPCO! Includes limited independent access to the EBPCO Darkroom for the month of the course.
ENROLLMENT FEE: $220 | MATERIALS FEE: $30 | EBPCO Members Receive 20% Off | REGISTER HERE - Open February 1st
PHYTOGRAM PRINTING - MARCH 22nd - 12-3pm - HELD AT EBPCO DARKROOM BY BRENNA HANSEN
Phytograms are images that result from the chemical reaction between plants, photo sensitive material, and UV light. Learn the fundamentals of the process and experiment with a variety of methods including printing on photo paper and film. These aren’t your everyday photograms: we’ll be using a homemade developer to prepare herbs, weeds, and other plant material to create unique compositions using selective development. Participants can bring their own plant material as well as experiment with a selection we’ll provide. All other materials are provided by EBPCO!
ENROLLMENT FEE: $50 | MATERIALS FEE: $10 | EBPCO Members Receive 20% Off | REGISTER HERE - Open February 1st
DARKROOM PRINT FINISHING - MARCH 30th - 1-4pm - HELD AT EBPCO DARKROOM BY JYOTI LIGGIN
Get that pile of black & white darkroom prints out of the box in your closet! In this one day workshop, an instructor will guide you through a variety of darkroom print finishing techniques. Topics covered include hand-retouching (aka spotting), pressing, and dry-mounting prints. Bring your own darkroom prints to work with for this workshop or use some of ours. All other materials for this workshop are provided by EBPCO!
ENROLLMENT FEE: $50 | MATERIALS FEE: $15 | EBPCO Members Receive 20% Off | REGISTER HERE - Open February 1st
New! Critique Sessions
WINTER CRITIQUE SESSION - THURSDAY, MARCH 13th - 6-8:30pm - HELD AT OAKLAND PHOTO WORKSHOP - FACILITATED BY BOB SHONKOFF - WINTER SESSION LEADER TBD
NEW! Join us to present and discuss work made by our photo community. The goals of these in-person sessions are to create a space for our community to give and receive feedback on their projects and works in progress. Participants will learn and practice speaking about their art as well as the art of others, developing skills to make the transition from creating art to presenting it. We strongly encourage participants in our workshops to attend and share what you made! This critique group is open to EBPCO members only. If you’re not a member yet, signing up is easy and you can do so HERE.
This is a FREE event, but advance registration is required. REGISTER HERE - Open February 1st
Want to give the gift of an EBPCO workshop?
You can now purchase gift certificates for EBPCO workshops in the amount of $25, $50, $100, or $200! These are valid only on EBPCO Workshops. Certificate, redemption codes, and instructions will be emailed within 48 hours. Gift certificates must be redeemed before 12/31/2025. No refunds or exchanges. Other restrictions may apply.
Workshop Cancellation Policy
EBPCO reserves the right to cancel any workshop due to low enrollment. If a workshop is canceled by EBPCO, participants will be notified and receive a complete refund of all workshop fees.
Participants may cancel their own registration up to 7 days prior to the workshop date may receive A PARTIAL REFUND WITH A $10 CANCELLATION FEE WITHHELD.
Participants cancelling with fewer than 7 day’s notice WILL NOT RECEIVE A REFUND OF ANY KIND.
For more info check out our Workshops FAQ page or send us an email!
Interested in Teaching a Workshop with EBPCO?
We're accepting proposals for photo related workshops in Alt-Process, Experimental, Digital, and MUCH more for upcoming terms in 2025. Submit your proposal online via the form linked below.
Workshops Supply Wishlist
We’ve created a wishlist of supplies and materials used by participants in our workshops. Purchases made from this registry are sent to us and help supplement materials costs for our workshops, helping us keep fees affordable and accessible to those who want to learn! If you want to support EBPCO’s workshops program, please check out the list and consider donating an item.
Submit Your Workshop Creations
If you’ve taken an EBPCO workshop and you'd like to share some of the work you made in class, you can submit it here for a chance to be featured! We'll share these images with your instructor as well as on our social media (with your permission and credit to you, of course!)