Pinsta Pinhole Camera Basics

TOTAL COST: $195
Course Fee: $180 
Non-refundable Materials Fee: $15

DATE: SATURDAY, MAY 25 2024
TIME: 10:00AM – 4:00PM PDT
LEVEL: Beginner to Advanced
AGE GROUP: Adult (ages 15+)
LOCATION: Building 324C, Fort Worden, Port Townsend. (COVID protocol will be observed, read our policies here)

DESCRIPTION
Students will learn how to use a Pinsta pinhole camera and experience the magic of making photos using only a box with a tiny hole. The simple yet elegant camera has gained a cult following amongst photographers and other creatives around the world. The Pinsta is a lensless camera and darkroom in one and is hand made by a small team in Great Britain.

Students will experience the meditative nature of long exposure photography, the fun gestures involved in using the camera, and delight in seeing their images come to life from a small black box. Students will take home photos. This is not a technical pinhole photography class and no experience is necessary. Resources (web links) will be provided for students who are interested in the technical/scientific aspects of pinhole photography.

SUPPLY INFORMATION
All required supplies are provided with the materials fee, including photographic paper/film, developer and fixer, syringes, Pinsta cameras, and black bags for use during the class.

Students can bring their own tripod and download a light meter app on their cell phone if they wish, but these are optional and not required.

COURSE DETAILS
After registration, course details are available via the Northwind Art School learning portal, including course syllabus and supply information. Learn more

ABOUT JEN
Jen Cohen, a Port Townsend artist, is the founder of Raw Art Collective. The Pinsta camera has been a creative spark in Jen's work exploring themes of wonder, connection, and universal love. Her work has been published, shown in galleries in the United States, and is in private collections around the world. She curates Pinsta photographs for a virtual gallery @Pinstafanatics, teaches local workshops, and seeks every opportunity to share her passion for pinhole photography.

Artist website: Raw Art Collective, @therawartcollective

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DISCOUNTS
This course is eligible for a 10% member discount at the Supporter level and beyond. Get a membership today!

Don's Pharmacy offer Northwind Art School students a 10% discount on art supplies.

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CANCELLATION POLICY
If Northwind Art has to cancel a course for any reason, all enrolled students will receive a 100% refund (including any materials fee).

Students who withdraw from a course at least seven days prior to its first meeting will receive a 90% refund (less any materials fee).

Students withdrawing fewer than seven days from the first day of class are not eligible for a refund except in the case of illness or injury, in which case they are eligible to receive a 40% refund (less any materials fee).

Please note that 10% of every course’s registration fee is considered to be a non-refundable deposit in cases of withdrawal to cover administrative overhead. All refunds will be applied to the same credit card that was used for enrollment. No credits or transfers will be granted. Please contact registrar@northwindart.org for more information.