Toy Camera

- Use a simple plastic camera to create unique, dreamlike images.

  Michelle Bates, Photography Classes and Workshops at Project Basho in Philadelphia PA
Michelle Bates
Description:

Take a walk on the low-tech side of photography with plastic camera guru Michelle Bates. Learn the ins and outs of prepping and shooting with a Holga camera, and explore and experiment with other simple cameras as well. The workshop will present participants with many examples of how toy cameras have been used creatively in the past and will introduce techniques to get the most from their plastic cameras.

Participants will have ample time to shoot and experiment with the expressive possibilities of these basic cameras. Toy cameras are often unpredictable and can create dream-like atmospheric images that are highly evocative. After processing their film, participants will review their images as a group before heading into the darkroom for a primer on working with negatives from plastic cameras. Bates will also explain advanced camera modifications and present useful tips and tricks.
Schedule:
One-weekend Workshop:
Saturday & Sunday, 10am - 5pm
Oct 23 & 24
Materials Needed:
  • Holga or other plastic camera
  • Film
Prerequisite: Photographic Vision I or portfolio review
Class Fee:
  • $375 + lab fee of $75
Enrollment: Limited to 8
Deadline: Oct 10
Instructor:

Michelle Bates has been playing with Holgas since 1991. Her Holga work has been published and exhibited worldwide and she has lectured and taught workshops around the United States. The second edition of her book, "Plastic Cameras: Toying with Creativity," called "the definitive book on the subject" by Shutterbug Magazine, is being published this fall.