Darkroom Photography: Camera-less and Experimental Image-making - Level 2

Imagine crafting images from light and shadow without ever touching a camera. This course invites you into the enchanting world of the darkroom—a space where creativity flows freely, and experimentation becomes art. Through playful and practical techniques, you’ll uncover the beauty of alternative photography and express your vision in unexpected ways.

This course introduces learners to traditional and experimental photographic processes using the darkroom. Through cameraless imaging, pinhole photography, and cyanotype printing, you will explore photography as a creative and tactile medium. The course emphasises experimentation, visual curiosity, and personal expression.

There are no formal entry requirements for this course—just a genuine desire to learn and create. The program focuses on experimentation, visual curiosity, and personal expression, encouraging you to explore and develop your own creative voice.

This course is non-assessed and does not lead to a formal qualification. There are no exams or graded assignments. Instead, you’ll be encouraged to participate fully in practical activities, explore creative techniques, and develop your own projects during the sessions. Feedback will be informal and supportive, aimed at helping you grow your skills and confidence.

Adults - LEVEL 2

This course may be free for you if you meet certain conditions:

• If you are not working or have a low income. You need to show proof of your income or benefits.
• If you are aged 19-23 and you do not have the equivalent of five GCSEs at grade 9-4. You need to show us proof of any qualifications you already have.
• Residency rules apply. You need to show you have permission to live, work and study in the UK without conditions.
• There are some exceptions, such as certain visa types.

Check here which documents you need to show us, and which visa types are allowed.

If you do not meet the residency rules, you can still enrol on the course but you may have to pay some fees. All applicants are fee-assessed during enrolment.

If you are not eligible for a free or reduced-cost course, you need to pay the full fee.

Some courses have additional costs, such as for specialist materials and trips.

Many of our students are eligible for financial support. See here for details.

You may wish to explore our other creative short courses to enhance your skills and develop your portfolio.