September - December  |  Starting at $75

2026 WORKSHOPS

September 19–20

      Eco Film Development & Darkroom Printing
    
$200

      A two-day hands-on workshop exploring alternative film development
      and darkroom printing. Learn eco-friendly and plant-based approaches
      to developing photographic film on the first day, followed by
      darkroom printing on the second day.
    
      The $200 fee includes both September 19 and September 20 sessions.
    
October 3

      Leaf Printing
    
$75

      Create photographic prints using leaves and other plant materials.
      Explore the relationship between photography, nature, and
      alternative printing processes.
    
      Plants and materials are included. Add one photo negative for
      an additional $5.
    
December 12

      Holiday Card Making with Cyanotype
    
$40

      Create handmade holiday cards using the cyanotype photographic
      printing process. Experiment with plants, found objects, and
      photographic techniques to create unique cards.

Purpose: These classes are designed to help participants build skills from film photography to digital photography. They are for anyone who wants to become a professional photographer, learn new techniques, or create art but isn’t sure how to use a camera yet.

Things to consider: Participants must be 18+ (or attend with parental/guardian supervision). If you need to cancel, please and MUST give at least 3 days notice in order to refund (so we can offer your spot to someone else). No refunds will be issued for cancellations made within 3 days of the class.

FAQs

What topics are covered?

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This series covers camera knowledge (exposure triangle, menus, lenses), film basics (film types, loading, metering, and lab vs. home developing from 35mm up to large format), plus hands-on shooting, developing, and scanning. Lighting covers natural light, continuous lighting, and basic flash with simple modifiers; composition focuses on visual language through exercises and critique and can be woven into any module; you’ll also do a guided photo walk with mini assignments, plus an edit/review session on selecting images, sequencing, and a brief overview of color correction.

What should I bring? What materials are provided?

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Digital cameras are not provided, so participants must bring their own DSLR, mirrorless, CCD, or similar camera. Film cameras are available in limited quantities (first come, first served), and we recommend bringing a laptop for certain classes; all other class materials will be provided.

How do I register classes? What if I register more than one classes?

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You can register for classes by clicking the “Register” button beside each class description. If you’re registering for more than one class (and not a bundle), please register for each class individually.

How can I contact you if I have questions about a particular class?

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You can reach us anytime via our contact page or email. We aim to respond quickly. We usually respond within one business day.

Our Team

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Daisy Wu

Photographer/Instructor

Daisy Wu is a photo-based artist from Nantong, China, currently based in Winnipeg, Canada, on Treaty 1 Territory. She graduated from the University of Manitoba’s School of Art in 2023, where she awarded an Undergraduate Research Award. In 2024, Wu participated in an Early Career Banff Residency at the Banff Centre of Arts and Creativity. Her work has recently been exhibited at MAWA and aceartInc as part of the FLASH photographic festival. Wu’s practice explores themes of family, belonging, and immigration through photography, installation, and video.

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Madelyn Gowler is a queer, film-based artist focusing on materiality and experimental processes of image making. They are currently residing in Treaty 1 territory and received their BFA from the University of Manitoba. They mainly work with textiles, installation, super 8 &16mm film, and analog photography. Their practice focuses on meditative processes of deconstruction, repurposing, and film as subject.

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