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Introduction to film photography workshop
Discover the essentials of shooting with film in our community darkroom. Bring any camera—old or new—and we’ll help you test it, answer questions, and guide you through the basics so you can start creating with confidence. More info → -
Black & white film developing workshop
Shoot a provided roll of film, then hand-develop it in our darkroom with step-by-step guidance. Leave with your own negatives, high-res scans, and a closer feel for the craft. More info → -
Black & white darkroom printing workshop
Learn to print your own photographs in the darkroom. We’ll guide you through techniques like dodging, burning, and contrast control so you leave with hand-printed images, practical skills, and a deeper appreciation for the craft. More info → -
C-41 film developing workshop
Shoot a provided roll of film, then develop it in our darkroom with step-by-step guidance. Leave with your negatives, high-res scans, and the confidence to keep creating with colour film. More info → -
RA-4 colour darkroom printing workshop
Learn hands-on RA4 colour printing in the darkroom. We’ll guide you through colour balancing and exposure control so you leave with hand-printed images, practical skills, and a deeper connection to the process. More info →
Community darkroom hire
Our community darkroom is open for members to book by the hour, offering a space to develop film or experiment with darkroom printing. Professional-grade equipment and materials are available, ready to use.
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Ilford Multigrade RC Deluxe
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Sold outIlford HP5 Plus
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Sold outIlford FP4 Plus
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Sold outIlford Ortho Plus
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Sold outIlford Delta 400
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Sold outIlford Delta 3200
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Sold outIlford Delta 100
Regular price £9.00Regular priceUnit price per
Darkroom location
Hosted within SeeSaw, our community darkroom sits right at the heart of Manchester city centre. It’s a short walk from either Oxford Road or Manchester Piccadilly train station, making it simple to reach and easy to fit into a day of creating, experimenting, and printing.
Still have questions?
If you have any questions about our workshops, membership scheme or the facilities available in our community darkroom, please don't hesitate to get in touch.