Film Camera Basics

Course Description

This hands-on class covers the basics in film camera usage starting with properly loading your film, exposure, depth of field basics and more. Please make sure to bring your film camera and a roll of film. 35mm and medium format (120) will be covered. Film development and darkroom printing are not covered in this course.

Please call the Photo Center at 415-554-9522 if you have any questions about this class.

Requirements

Photo Center Orientation is not required for this class, but it is required if student wishes to come to the Photo Center outside the workshop to develop film on their own and/or print their own photos in the Darkroom.

Dates & Time

6 – 8:30 PM
Thursday, November 19 2026

Platform

In-Person

Class Number

49605

Class Fee

$50

Fall 2026 registration opens:
August 15th, 10 AM

Priority registration for scholarship recipients:
August 12th, 10 AM