The beginner’s level will teach you about the Single Lens Reflex (SLR) camera and how to control it manually. You will learn how to develop black and white film and how to make prints from negatives. Once you have learnt the basics, you will have the opportunity to develop projects from themes set by your tutor to help you gain an understanding of the camera as a creative tool. This class is a fun, experimental way of learning about this versatile subject. There are darkroom demonstrations and the tutor and technician will give you individual support with your work. Each 10 week course takes a different theme as its starting point. Teaching is informal and encouraging. New starters are welcome each term if there is space in the class. You will take photographs and make prints. You can borrow a camera from the photography department to take photographs during class time or if you have you own SLR film camera you can take photographs outside class time and bring the films in to process. A digital SLR camera is not suitable for this class. If you wish to, you can buy a second hand SLR film camera for around £50. In one 10 week course it is possible to complete several small projects using some basic techniques. If you take all three 10 week courses you will gain a broader knowledge of your subject and have the opportunity to complete multiple projects. .