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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

Studio Hours & Information

Open Studio Hours*: 

October 21 - October 27
Monday: 12pm - 9pm
Tuesday: 12pm - 2:30pm; 6pm - 9pm
Wednesday: 12pm - 9pm
Thursday: 12pm - 9pm
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 12pm-6pm
Sunday: Closed

October 28 - November 3
Monday: 12pm - 9pm
Tuesday: 12pm - 2:30pm; 6pm - 9pm
Wednesday: 12pm - 9pm
Thursday: 12pm - 9pm
Friday: 12pm-6pm
Saturday: 12pm-6pm
Sunday: Closed  

November 4 - November 10
Monday: 12pm - 9pm
Tuesday: 12pm - 2:30pm; 6pm - 9pm
Wednesday: 12pm - 9pm
Thursday: 12pm - 9pm
Friday: 12pm-6pm
Saturday: 12pm-6pm
Sunday: Closed  

November 11 - November 17
Monday: Closed for Veteran's Day
Tuesday: 12pm - 1:30pm; 5pm - 9pm
Wednesday: 12pm - 5:30pm
Thursday: 12pm - 9pm
Friday: 12pm-6pm
Saturday: 12pm-6pm
Sunday: Closed  

November 18 - November 24
Monday: 12pm - 9pm
Tuesday: 12pm - 2:30pm; 6pm - 9pm
Wednesday: 12pm - 9pm
Thursday: 12pm - 9pm
Friday: 12pm - 6pm
Saturday: 12pm - 6pm
Sunday: Closed  

November 25 - December 1
Monday: 12pm - 9pm
Tuesday: 12pm - 9pm
Wednesday: 12pm - 4pm
Thursday: Closed for Thanksgiving Break
Friday: Closed for Thanksgiving Break
Saturday: Closed for Thanksgiving Break
Sunday: Closed  

*Hours are subject to change and may vary from week to week. Open Studio Hours are updated weekly.

Studio Announcements:

End of Term Reminders
All stored projects and/or materials, even if labeled, must be removed by end of day on Friday, December 6. All stored projects and/or materials left behind will be recycled. 

Fall Studio Orientations
Darkroom Orientations will be posted and available for registration starting at 10am on Monday, September 28. To register, visit myemu.uoregon.edu..