Shadow Characters: The Art of Photo Illustration

Date  |  Mondays & Wednesdays September 10, 12, 17 & 19, 2018

Time  |  6PM – 9PM

Location |  Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design (RMCAD)

1600 S. Pierce St., Lakewood, CO 80214

Cost  |  $360 Non-Member   $324 Members

Instructors  |  Ashlae Shepler

Skill Level  |  All Levels

In this four-part workshop, participants will take a scientific tour through the optics of light behind photograms and explore how different materials can offer creative exposures. Using these discoveries, participants will create and tell a story with photogram illustrations.
Groups exercises will start with simple experiments with optics and light. We’ll review historical and contemporary artists using photograms, and participants will develop a narrative and practice exposures in the darkroom. Participants will come together at the end to share their images and discuss their discoveries along the way.

Materials Needed:

• Aprons (optional)
• Black and white photo paper
• Various print materials, including fabric, dried plants, children’s toys, different forms of translucent paper,
  clichés verres, and negatives