Darkroom Classes w/ Jackson Porter Hardin

CPW’s darkroom is now open! We offer darkroom rental, as well as classes for learning how to develop and print. We will offer these classes one Friday a month starting in June 2026. These three classes are structured to introduce participants to all the skills they'll need to continue working in the darkroom on their own. Students can sign up for one, two, or all three being offered.

Take all three in one day and enjoy 10% off!

Intro to B&W Film Processing: 9–11am 
June 19, July 17, August 21, or September 18
This 2-hour class is intended for those who would like to learn how to develop their own B&W film (35, medium format, 4×5).
TUITION: $120
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: 3 per session
WHAT TO BRING: At least one exposed roll/sheet of b&w film.

Intro to B&W Darkroom Printing: 12–3pm 
June 19, July 17, August 21, or September 18
This 3-hour class is intended for those who would like to learn how to print in a B&W darkroom. Students can bring film (35mm, any medium format, 4×5) or digital negatives printed on transparency paper. All other materials will be provided, and students will leave with a contact sheet and 1 final print on RC paper.
TUITION: $180
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: 2 per session
WHAT TO BRING: At least one previously developed roll/sheet/negative of b&w film. 

Intermediate B&W Printing: 3:30–6:30pm 
June 19, July 17, August 21, or September 18
This 3-hour class is intended for those who want to level up their printing skills in a B&W darkroom. Students can bring film (35mm, any medium format, 4×5) or digital negatives printed on transparency paper. Students will learn how to utilize contrast filters, split contrast filtering, solarizing, and other tips and tricks to enhance your printing. 
TUITION: $180
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: 2 per session
WHAT TO BRING: At least one previously developed roll/sheet/negative of b&w film. We also ask that students bring their own paper so they can learn directly on their desired paper type. We recommend: Fiber Paper, glossy (5x7, 8x10, or 11x14, but you can also bring RC paper if you prefer.
Fiber paper vs RC paper: Fiber-based (FB) paper is preferred for fine art, offering superior archival permanence, deeper blacks, and higher image quality. Conversely, RC paper is favored for efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and durability.