COMMUNITY EDUCATION
Eugene Darkroom Group collaborates with the Maude Kerns Art Center (MKAC) to provide classes through their education program in a variety of photography related areas. See our list of course offerings below. Scholarships are available! (Email us for info.)
MANUAL CAMERA FUNCTION & SHOOTING BASICS - $60
This class is for those who are interested in working in a darkroom, but are unfamiliar with shooting film. The instructor will guide you through the basics of manual camera function and shooting on black & white 35mm film to prepare you for the work in the darkroom. Bring your own camera or let us know if you need to use one of ours! (Limited quantity of cameras available).
Offered this semester on Class available next semester - February 2026. (Limit 5 participants per session.)
FILM PROCESSING FOR BEGINNERS - $60
This flexible and customizable course is designed for beginners with limited previous experience processing their own black and white film (35mm or 120 format). The instructor will guide you through all of the intricacies of developing your own film. Bring an undeveloped roll of black and white film (that you have already shot) with you, and we’ll provide equipment and chemistry!
Offered this semester on Class available next semester - February 2026. (Limit 2 participants per session.)
DARKROOM PRINTING FOR BEGINNERS - $60
Darkroom Printing: This class is designed for beginners with limited previous experience making black and white prints in a darkroom. The instructor will guide you through the basics of darkroom printing. Bring a developed roll of black and white film with you and we’ll provide everything you need to make your prints!
Offered this semester on Thursday, Oct. 23 and Monday Oct. 27, 6 to 8PM. (Limit 2 participants per session.)