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Platinum Palladium

VAPA Center 700 N Tryon St, Charlotte,

Platinum palladium printing is a historic photographic process that emerged in the 1870s. This technique is revered for its ability to produce exquisite images characterized by their subtle tonal quality and rich detail. The process involves coating paper with a mixture of platinum and palladium salts, which are sensitive to light. When exposed to ultraviolet [...]

$275

Intro To Studio Lighting

VAPA Center 700 N Tryon St, Charlotte,

This lighting class introduces hands-on practice, and participants learn how to use lighting for headshots and portraits. The class builds confidence with lighting tools and techniques, helping photographers create intentional, expressive photographs rather than leaving light up to chance. Sign Up

$140

Intro Darkroom: Making The Print

VAPA Center 700 N Tryon St, Charlotte,

Step into the magic of the darkroom and watch your images come to life. In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn the fundamentals of black-and-white printing from enlarging negatives to developing your own prints by hand. No experience needed, just curiosity and a willingness to get a little hands-on. By the end, you’ll leave with your [...]

$130