Dancing with Holga
PH-Class | Available
An introduction and continued studies in medium format black and white photography using the Plastic Holga Lomography Camera. The Holga’s low-cost construction and simple meniscus lens often yield pictures that display vignetting, blur, light leaks, and other distortions. The camera’s quirkiness has brought it a cult following among some photographers, and Holga photos are known worldwide! This course will include image editing & selection, exposure & processing of your film, as well as darkroom-printing in our Crealde darkroom. Expect a field trip, assigned work to take place outside of class, print reviews, and a reconnect with the film-based medium.
- Skill Level: Beginner - Intermediate
Prereq: PH168 or similar experience
- A Holga Camera or similar (but not necessary with loaner cameras available).
- B/W Film specific to camera (35mm or 120).
- B/W Paper (Ilford 8x10 Pearl finish suggested, box of 25 or 50).
- Negative sleeves.
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- All chemistry for film and print development will be provided.
John Baker
As a faculty member in the Photography Program, John Baker shares his love and knowledge of film photography in both youth and adult classes, guiding artists young and old in the processes of creating traditional black and white images from capture to print. A consummate exhibitor in and supporter of the Central Florida art scene and recipient of many best-in-show awards, Baker holds two B.A. degrees in Arts and Sciences from the University of Central Florida. He has served at Crealdé School of Art in varying capacities for two decades, and has a studio at FAVO in Orlando.