Development of Photography – CANCELLED
The W. H. Over Museum invites you to a four day, hands-on workshop designed for the curious. The combination of small class size (no more than 15 students) and the four day course length makes this a unique course that allows students to dive deep into the history of photography and explore the evolution of photography over the past 200 years.
Dates: July 21-24, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Ages: 12 and up, adults are welcome
Fee: $50 (includes all supplies and film processing) scholarships available
Day 1: Origins and early techniques. Hands-on activity — camera obscura.
Day 2: Glass plates cameras. Hands-on activity — cyanotypes (sun prints). You are encouraged to bring your own plant matter or other 2D objects from home to experiment!
Day 3: Mechanical cameras. Hands-on activity — each student will receive a Brownie camera to take photos during class. Photo contest will follow.
Day 4: Flash photography. Group picture outside with the historical camera.
Please mail or bring payment to the W. H. Over Museum cash or check. You can find, download and print a copy of the form attached below. Thank you.
MAILING ADDRESS:
414 East Clark Street, Vermillion, SD 57069
PHYSICAL ADDRESS:
1110 University Street, Vermillion, SD 57069
Email: whover@usd.edu
Phone: 605-659-6151
Museum Hours: Mon – Sat, 10AM – 4PM