Intermediate B&W Printing

When

Fridays, Oct 23 – Dec 4 2026
2 – 4:30 PM

Format

In-Person

Cost

$315

Class number

49608

Fall 2026 registration opens:
August 15th, 10 AM

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

Course description

In this course, we will focus on elevating our basic darkroom knowledge using new techniques and methods for printing in the darkroom. This class is perfect for anyone who has previous darkroom knowledge who wants to continue their education and experience printing with a class again. Students will be introduced to split filter printing, printing with fiber, toning, and many other techniques. This course does not cover film development, so students must bring developed and cut negatives to the class. Students must have 1 or more months of previous black and white darkroom experience, or have previously taken the Darkroom Essentials and Processes course offered by the Photo Center. Students must provide their own black and white darkroom paper. Ilford Glossy or Matte Fiber paper is recommended. Instructor will go over any other needed materials during the class.

Requirements

Students must have 1 or more months of previous black and white darkroom experience, or have previously taken the Darkroom Essentials and Processes course offered by the Photo Center. Students must provide their own black and white darkroom paper. Ilford Glossy or Matte Fiber paper is recommended. Instructor will go over any other needed materials during the class.

Good to know

Registration is handled by San Francisco Recreation & Parks. Search by the class number above if the Register button does not take you straight there.

Scholarships are available for most classes, with priority registration before general registration opens.

Questions? Email harveymilkphotocenter@sfgov.org or call (415) 554-9522.

Register for this class

Spots are limited and classes fill quickly once registration opens. Register through SF Recreation & Parks using the button below.

Need a hand with the fee? See our scholarship program.

New to the Photo Center?

Members and day-pass users take a one-hour Photo Center Orientation before using the darkroom and labs. Some classes count as your orientation; the requirements above will say so.

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