T31. Handmade Pinhole Construction with Daryl Tebbutt

In this workshop, participants will get a hands on introduction to building pinhole cameras from found objects, focusing on experimentation, material choice, and the behavior of light. After a short introduction to the history and principles of pinhole photography, the group will explore basic box cameras before heading out to search for potential camera bodies in local thrift stores or markets, or using objects they bring themselves.The emphasis is on unexpected forms and materials, observing how each choice affects both the camera structure and the final image. Back in the workspace, participants will transform their selected objects into working pinhole cameras through trial and error, with the goal of understanding the direct relationship between camera design and photographic result.There is also the possibility of adding simple lenses, depending on the chosen objects and individual approaches. The workshop concludes with image selection and a collective discussion, and, if space allows, a small exhibition of the cameras produced during the session.

Outline

1. Introduction to pinhole photography
2. Playing with basic box pinhole cameras
3. Searching for camera bodies and lunch
4. Constructing the pinhole cameras
5. Experimenting with the cameras
6. Refinements and adjustments to the cameras
7. Selecting images for sharing and group critique