This workshop introduces an experimental technique of Silver Mirroring Toning on B&W darkroom prints. It is suitable for participants with basic B&W printing skills who wish to explore a rarely taught process that transforms silver mirroring—from a type of photographic decay—into a striking metallic and aesthetic effect.
In this two-day workshop, participants will make B&W prints from their own negatives, learn the steps of Direct and Indirect Silver Mirroring Toning processes, gain insight into necessary chemicals, materials, and the silver mirroring phenomenon, and practice the technique under the guidance of an experienced instructor.
Participants must bring their own negatives for B&W printing. Ready-made B&W darkroom prints on RC paper are welcome for Day 2, and participants may also bring their own RC paper for printing (all up to 10×8", Pearl recommended).
Lexy Liangzi Xiao is an artist and researcher living and working in Bergen, Norway, originally from Beijing. She holds an MFA in Fine Art from the Art Academy in Bergen and a BA (Hons) in Fine Art Photography from Camberwell College of Arts. She plays a central role in the artist-run darkroom Fotoverkstedet in Bergen. Lexy has developed the Silver Mirroring Toning recipes and processes, and has extensive experience in experimental analogue photography, handmade artist’s books, and teaching workshops at different levels. Her work has been exhibited widely in Norway and internationally.
Register by adding the course to your shopping cart. Registration is binding. The course will be held if there are at least four participants. Cancellations are accepted up to one week before the course begins or earlier. A full refund will be issued if the course is cancelled by the organizer.
Teaching is at the Finnish Darkroom Association’s darkroom Mörk, Nilsiänkatu 11–13F, 00510 Helsinki. You get in from the Nokiantie side, 3rd floor.
Information about the workshop Lexy Liangzi Xiao, xiaoliangzi_lexy@126.com
Information about paying and signing up: Natalia Kopkina, info@pimiotaiteilijat.fi
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