Craft Center member developing photos.

Photography

The darkroom can feel like a sacred space, but at the Photography Studio we demystify the classic art of film development and help you feel comfortable even in the dark. Basic knowledge of using a darkroom is required before using this studio. If you don’t have previous experience that’s fine, just take one of our photography workshops to get started!

Tools Available

  • Developing trays
  • Tongs
  • Film reels
  • Grain focuser
  • Light table
  • Timer
  • Loupes
  • Enlargers
  • Film and photo developing chemicals for black & white film
  • 35mm black & white film is available for purchase
  • Some photo paper is available for purchase

Photography Studio Hours

Oct. 19 –25

  • M Noon–2:30 p.m.
  • T Noon–8:00 p.m.
  • W Noon–8:00 p.m.
  • Th Noon–8:00 p.m.
  • F Noon–5:00 p.m.
  • Sa Noon–4:00 p.m.
  • Su Closed

Oct. 26 –Nov. 1

  • M Noon–2:30 p.m.
  • T Noon–8:00 p.m.
  • W Noon–8:00 p.m.
  • Th Noon–8:00 p.m.
  • F Noon–5:00 p.m.
  • Sa Noon–4:00 p.m.
  • Su Closed

Nov. 2 –8

  • M Noon–8:00 p.m.
  • T Noon–8:00 p.m.
  • W Noon–8:00 p.m.
  • Th Noon–8:00 p.m.
  • F Noon–5:00 p.m.
  • Sa Noon–4:00 p.m.
  • Su Closed

Ready to start creating?

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Photography Studio Orientation Information

Studio Orientations
Please visit the Craft Center home page to view registration dates for orientations including Photography Orientations (Darkroom). To register, visit myemu.uoregon.edu.

You must have previous experience to take a Photography Orientation. 

For the darkroom, that experience must include the following: 

  • Understanding of camera settings (aperture, shutter speed, ISO).
  • Familiarity with darkroom processes (e.g., developing film and making prints (knowing how enlargers work)).
  • Ability to safely handle and maintain photo chemistry. 

Photography Studio Policies

Orientation Required: First-time users need to complete a studio orientation to review tools, safety, and cleanup procedures. 

Materials: There is only black and white processing allowed. No color film. 

Some materials are available to purchase at the front desk including 35mm black and white film, select photo paper, and film negative sleeves.

Respect Shared Space: Noise should be kept low. If using headphones, listen at a low enough volume to hear announcements from staff.  Do not move other people's items without the help of a Craft Center employee. 

Clean Your Workspace: Users are responsible for cleaning any materials and surfaces they use, disposing of trash in designated bins, and leaving the space ready for others. 

Drying & Storage: Work can be left to dry in the designated cubbies, but must be labeled with a Project Storage Card and removed or given an updated Project Storage Card every two-weeks. Items left without an updated Project Storage Card will be recycled. 

End of Term Clean Up: All stored projects and/or materials, even if labeled, must be removed by end of day of Friday during Week Ten of the current term. Studio clean out will happen during Finals Week of the current term. All stored projects and/or materials left behind will be recycled. 

No Food or Drink: For safety reasons, no food or drink is allowed in the studio. Lidded containers are fine.

Closed-Toe Shoes: The Craft Center requires closed-toe shoes to be worn in every studio. If you do not have proper footwear, you will be turned away.