MOVING IMAGE PHYTOGRAMS ON 35MM!

In this 2-day workshop, a small group of 8 participants will work closely to learn the technique of creating moving image Phytograms on 35MM film, The technique can be used to render detailed chemical traces of plants directly on photographic emulsion. The delicate outline of the plant and the internal structure of leaves, flowers and petals is made visible in subtle colors, depending on the plant species and the photographic material used. The technique works on any type of photographic paper, during these sessions we will work on 35MM motion picture film. During the workshop we will cover the technique, placing it in a historical lineage of experimental photography and film. Furthermore, the workshop provides a hands on demonstration and exercises for the participants, resulting in a collective work that will be projected at the end of the workshop. No prior film or photography skills needed. All materials provided. Finished projects will also be presented after the conclusion of the course at our screening party at Anthology Film Archives!

TWO CONSECUTIVE DAYS:  May 14th and 15th, 11:00AM – 4:00PM
Free Screening Party on Sunday May 29th at Anthology Film Archives

LOCATION: A secret garden in Downtown Brooklyn, TBA at the time of registration.

INSTRUCTORS:  Dena Kopolovich and Steve Cossman

INCLUDES: 2 classroom instruction sessions, - 35MM Motion picture film, photographic paper, Vitamin C powder, Washing soda, Photographic fixer, darkroom trays, tongs to handle paper and film, 35MM projector, splicer and tape, informational course packet, 2K transfer of finished film by MONO NO AWARE online hosting of finished film, local & international film festival entry waivers.

And you will have access to the following books related the workshop from Mono No Aware’s own reference library:

  • Making Photograms - The Creative Process of Painting with Light  by Virna Haffer Focal Press

  • Break the Machine by Kathyrn Ramey

  • Your Film and the Lab by L. Bernard Happé

COURSE CAP:  Limited to 8 participants

PRICE: $275 All inclusive!