Creative & Alternative Darkroom Photography Courses

  • The course comprises of 4 workshops.(details see individual workshops)

  • Level: All level

  • Facilities: Darkroom

  • Duration & Available Date: Customised & Flexible (You can inquire before the booking or confirm with the tutors after the booking)

  • Course Fee: £290

The dates of the booking link are random, you can customised the schedule! Inquiry hello@theshoreditchacademy.com to confirm details before your booking!

Course Description

Explore analogue and experimental photography through hands-on practice in our Alternative Photography Darkroom Course Bundle in London. This creative program covers four alternative processes—Cyanotype, Lumen Prints, Liquid Light, and Photograms—helping you develop both artistic vision and practical darkroom skills.

Working in our professional studio, you will experiment with light, chemistry, and handmade materials to create unique photographic prints. The course encourages creative exploration while building confidence in alternative photography techniques.

Suitable for beginners and creatives of all backgrounds. No previous darkroom experience is required. All essential materials are provided.

Join us in London and discover new ways to create through alternative photography.

What you’ll learn

Cyanotype Workshop

Liquid Light

Lumen Print

Cameraless & Photogram

Course Outcome

  • Create unique photographic prints using Cyanotype, Lumen, Liquid Light, and Photogram techniques

  • Work confidently in a professional darkroom and handle alternative photography processes

  • Explore creative ideas and develop your own experimental visual style

FAQs

Who should attend this course?

This course is for all levels of photographers.

  • Beginners will get an in depth introduction to the subjects

  • For more experienced photographers it is a chance to fill gaps in your knowledge and get answers to questions.

  • It is recommended as a grounding for all photographers wanting to take our more advanced courses.

Where will this course take place?

Our studio is located near Shoreditch, and the course will take place in and around this vibrant area. Shoreditch offers a variety of locations, providing diverse settings for practicing location lighting techniques. From urban streets to hidden spots, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to explore and apply different lighting methods in real-world environments.

What if I am not good at English?

Clear, easy to understand lessons:

  • Our tutors use simple and accessible English to explain everything. If they need to use any special terms, they’ll make sure to explain them clearly.

  • New methods are taught through live demonstrations, so you can easily follow along and understand.

  • We also have staff members who speak fluent Mandarin, so language won’t be an issue for you!

What if I want to take this course, but there are no suitable available dates?

No problem! You can send us the dates you’re interested in to hello@theshoreditchacademy.com, and we’ll be happy to discuss further. We can offer flexible scheduling based on the studio’s availability to accommodate your preferred time.