In this hands-on workshop participants will learn how to process super 8mm black and white film using eco-developers and hand processing techniques.
Participants will learn how a super 8 camera works, the science behind film developing and how to process film safely. We will film, develop, and screen our film all during the workshop. The group will prepare an eco-processing recipe and then develop the film via bucket processing. Participants will learn about the history of eco-processing and be introduced to other artists incorporating eco-processing into their practice today. Participants will recieve a zine of the process covered in the workshop, links to online resources and other eco-developing recipes. At the end of the workshop students will have hands-on experience and the knowledge to embark on their own eco-processing adventures.
Hosted by Dawn George
Dawn George is a Halifax based media artist who loves to muck around in the garden and make films. She is a graduate of Ryerson’s Radio and Television Arts Program and received her film and media arts training through the Atlantic Filmmakers Cooperative and the Centre for Art Tapes. She is also a Master Gardner and has also worked in education at the Denver Botanic Gardens. Her DIY approach to filmmaking reflects her appreciation and respect for movement, nature, and sound. Her works have screened at Festival du Nouveau Cinema, WNDX, Antimatter [media art], FLEX Fest, the Dalhousie Art Gallery, and 2018 Grow Op at the Gladstone.
Space is limited, so please register in advance – email todd@strutsgallery.ca