New Workshop Alert!

Advanced Darkroom Practices


This 8 week ongoing class is our newest course coming in January. Advanced Darkroom Practices is perfect for any black & white darkroom printer who is currently printing at a basic level. Join us to further your darkroom knowledge. Perfect for any students who previously took our Intro to Darkroom 101 course! Read the class description for more information.

Advanced Darkroom Practices
$875.00

This 8 week course is a follow up to our Black and White Darkroom 101 course. In this course you will continue your darkroom education and gain a deeper understanding of the many possibilities of black and white darkroom printing.

All chemistry is included in this course rate. You will also receive partial membership at Gowanus Darkroom for the duration of the course (over $600 value).

Mondays, 5PM-8PM

1/22/24 - 3/11/24

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Hourly bookings have reopened in compliance with social distancing measures. We are open every day from 12-6PM. All customers will be required to agree to the following:

  1. Do not come if you have COVID-19, think you have it, or have exhibited any related symptoms in the last two weeks.

  2. Be prepared to show proof of vaccination when you arrive.

  3. Wear your mask at all times, and keep your station and hands sanitized throughout your session.


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We are also still accepting film drop offs via a physical drop box outside our door. Feel free to swing by and fill out a drop off form anytime!


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