A brief video extract from our The B&W Digital Image workshop’s introduction to the first session.
STREAMED On-Demand delivery +
Tutorials Live Streamed on ZOOM
This advanced workshop is attended via STREAMING On-Demand delivery so the course material can be studied in your own time and at your own pace, while your practice and questions are subsequently addressed, clarified and supported in free follow-up Tutorials. The cost per person/workshop is AUS $330 and includes all fees and charges.
Tutorials – Live Streamed
• 22 December 2024 (AEDT) 10.30am to 11.30am
• 09 March 2025 (AEDT) 10.30am to 11.30am
• 01 June 2025 (AEST) 10.30am to 11.30am
• 31 August 2025 (AEST) 10.30am to 11.30am
• 16 November 2025 (AEDT) 10.30am to 11.30am
• Time Zone Convertor
We explore the magnificence of the B&W image in an age of digital reproduction. Specialised digital photographic processes, materials and techniques combine to significantly expand the range of the fine B&W photograph and its creative tradition. This includes aspects of B&W camera craft, colour conversions, the processing and editing of B&W files, and their rendering as stunningly beautiful archival B&W inkjet pigment prints of the highest quality. To facilitate this, where ever possible we will also remotely create a stunningly accurate and incredibly beautiful custom B&W printer profile for each attendee’s printer and favourite paper following the workshop.
The workshop is supported by a resource rich website and presented in six one hour sessions accessed by clicking on each Session Button below:
Session 1 – B&W Digital Capture
• The history of B&W fine art photography
• Luminosity formulae – how is RGB converted to B&W
• Pre-visualisation (Kodak Wratten #90 Filter)
• Camera Styles and Smart Phone renderings
• Monitoring camera exposure and histograms
• B&W Capture Factors
Session 2 – B&W Processing
• The B&W processing workflow
• Comparing RAW B&W processing software and methods
• Calibrating RAW B&W conversions to in-camera B&W JPEGS
• Specialist B&W working space profiles
• B&W contrast filters
• Classic B&W renderings and effects
Session 3 – B&W Editing and Toning
• Dodging and burning strategies – jumping values
• Digital intensification and reduction – local contrast
•. Zone System selections and luminosity masking
• Enhancing ‘presence and dimensionality’
• Split toning – darkroom equivalents
• Multi-layered toning techniques
Session 4 – B&W Ink and Paper Combinations
•. The Famous Five Paper Characteristics
• Commercial Papers: Resin coated micro-porous media
• Photography Papers: Baryta and non-Baryta papers
• Fine Art Papers: Matte surfaced alpha cellulose papers
• Inksets – mono, duo, tri and quad-tone vs CcMmYKk+
• Narrow gamut software and hardware ink control
Session 5 – B&W Digital Printing
• The B&W print making workflow
• Matching B&W images to papers and inksets
• Epson Advanced B&W vs. Canon Black and White Photo
• Specialist B&W printer drivers (QuadTone RIP)
• Printing B&W images through a Production RIP (MegaRIP)
• Creating and working with B&W printer profiles
Session 6 – B&W Print Evaluation and Presentation
• B&W Soft Proofing – screen to monitor calibrations
• Ink inconstancy, optical brighteners and fluorescence
• Setting up a print viewing and working environment
• Handling, storing and protecting fine B&W prints
• Displaying, exhibiting and publishing fine B&W prints
• The archival durability and stability of fine B&W prints
The ‘Flipped Classroom’ facilitates a uniquely comprehensive yet individual learning experience where your creativity, knowledge and needs focus the inquiry, while your engagement and participation defines your outcomes. Our Live Streamed Tutorials are designed to maximise our time together clarifying the course content and answering any follow-up questions and topics.
Venue: STREAMED On-Demand delivery
Duration: 6+ hours (workshop + ongoing tutorials)
Resources: Extensive course notes, videos, test images, actions, macros, luts
Cost: AUS $330 (includes all fees and charges)
More Information: See FAQ (Education)
Updated 06 November 2024