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THE LUMINOUS PRINT: A SYNTHESIS OF TRADITIONAL AND DIGITAL
CHARLES CRAMER AND JOHN SEXTON

MARCH 17-22, 2014

Offered for the fifth consecutive year, this very popular workshop brings together two talented and skilled photographers who have specialized in making prints of exceptional quality for many years. Although Sexton works in a traditional black and white darkroom, and Cramer in color with digital techniques, their end goal is the same: to create the finest expressive and luminous prints possible. This workshop will present a synthesis of their ideals and techniques that will be of value to both darkroom and digital enthusiasts.
Photography is a language of light. This unique workshop will help participants improve their fluency in this magical language. The workshop will emphasize not just how to do things, but more importantly, why, and is open to photographers working in all formats, recording their images on film or digitally. There will be indoor instruction and demonstration sessions, along with constructive and supportive portfolio reviews by both instructors, as well as an opportunity to put concepts into practice during directed photographic field sessions. Please note this is not a “hands on” printing workshop. The instructors find that the demonstration format is the best teaching method for this workshop considering the topics covered, and the time available.
There will be demonstrations in both traditional black and white printmaking, and digital processing techniques. Charlie will discuss making digital negatives to combine the best of both approaches, as well as properly preparing files for reproduction and display on the web. John and Charlie will discuss the importance of proper handling and storage of film, prints, and digital files. Anne Larsen will be assisting John and Charlie. The workshop is based in John and Anne’s studio in Carmel Valley and will begin at 7:00 p.m. on Monday evening, concluding late on Saturday night. The workshop tuition includes daily refreshment breaks and three meals during the workshop, along with workshop handouts from both Charlie and John. The workshop will be limited to a maximum of twelve participants, and is sure to fill fast. We are sorry, but no guests are allowed.

Fee: $1,300 (Includes all park entrance and permit fees)

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