Pinhole Photography

Explore the wonder of light and its role in image-making -the science of optics- by testing, trialing, and fabricating your very own pinhole camera! This workshop explores the magic of analog photography through its most rudimentary form, and guides participants through the fabrication of a miniature camera obscura out of a simple cardboard box after learning the theories that govern light manipulation. After testing their pinhole cameras, they will create their own exposure using sheet film, and learn the chemistry of film processing in a darkroom before attempting to finalize their pinhole image. The workshop will also provide guidance on and materials needed to recreate the darkroom setting at home, encouraging participants to continue to experiment with DIY cameras and film processing.  

1- Workshop facilitator name: Raz Hansrod
Originally from Johannesburg, South Africa, Raz Hansrod grew up in the UAE. After spending some time in Cape Town, he is now embedded in the UAE’s art scene. Hansrod is a working photographer, exhibition producer, marketing consultant and graphic designer, not to mention GPP’s resident analog photography fanatic. He also shares his extensive photography and marketing knowledge with his students through teaching at GPP. Hansrod's personal and professional work is largely focused on lifestyle and documentary photography, most notably having his work featured in the digital publication OkayAfrica. Hansrod has been shooting and developing film for more than six years, gaining a wealth of experience while co-managing the UCT darkroom.

2- Workshop facilitator name: Amin Idris
Amin Idris is a self-taught creative from Brunei Darussalam, currently based in Dubai. He has been a photographer since childhood, shooting his family and friends with his DSLR. While studying in Malaysia towards a degree in international business management, over weekends Idris attended photography workshops and meetups, and spent hours shooting the streets. These opportunities led him to collaborate with fashion magazines, fashion designers, models and artists, in addition to Kuala Lumpur Fashion Week 2018 and 2019. Idris is a versatile artist interested in photo manipulation, especially in collage work, and experimenting with video post-production to color grade. He developed his passion for photography through experimenting with different analog film cameras and film rolls. Through this, he was able to create scenic photographs for every shoot that he does, as he aims for differentiation at all times.

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