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Art Gallery

4.8 out of 5

4.8

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Opening hours
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
10:00 – 16:00
Wednesday
10:00 – 16:00
Thursday
10:00 – 16:00
Friday
10:00 – 16:00
Saturday
10:00 – 16:00
Sunday
Closed

Photos

1 photo

Events

20 events

Free

Event

Introduction to B&W Darkroom

Sun, 23 Aug

Explore black and white photography in the darkroom. Learn the full process, from shooting with an SLR to developing and printing your images. All equipment, materials, expert guidance and a digital reference guide are provided. Bring your own camera if you would like.

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Free

Event

Digital Photography Fundamentals

Sun, 23 Aug

A hands-on workshop covering aperture, shutter speed, ISO, manual focus and creative composition basics. Ideal for beginners with DSLR or mirrorless cameras, or those needing a refresher.

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Free

Event

Film Developing & Scanning

Sun, 23 Aug

Learn to develop your own 35mm or 120 black and white film in the photo access film developing room. The workshop also includes a demonstration of how to scan negatives using the photo access Digital Suite.

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Free

Event

After Dark

Sun, 23 Aug

An exclusive after-hours experience in the photo access darkroom, offering space to explore and experiment with guidance from a knowledgeable tutor. Prior experience is recommended.

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Free

Event

Caffenol

Sun, 23 Aug

Learn to develop black and white film using an eco-friendly developer made from instant coffee and everyday ingredients. Suitable for beginners and experienced photographers.

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Free

Event

Introduction to Large Format Photography

Sun, 23 Aug

Learn 4x5 film basics, shoot, develop and create contact prints in the darkroom. Open to all skill levels, with materials and equipment provided.

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Free

Event

Concept to Portfolio

Sun, 23 Aug

Develop a personal photography project with mentorship from Newcastle-based artist James Rhodes. Refine your practice, explore exhibitions, and work on curation, proposals, image production and artist statements.

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Free

Event

Concept to Publication

Sun, 23 Aug

Develop a photobook with mentors Louise Allerton and Denise Thwaites. Turn your portfolio into a maquette, artist’s book or professional edition, culminating in a public exhibition at photo access gallery.

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Free

Event

Concept to Short Film

Sun, 23 Aug

Develop an idea into a festival-ready short film during a nine-month workshop led by filmmaker Nathan Hughes. Includes hands-on experience, mentorship and collaboration, culminating in a local screening.

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Free

Event

Distorted Chemistry

Sun, 23 Aug

Explore chemigram printing combined with digital manipulation. Create camera-less images by painting photographic paper with materials such as oil or varnish, then scan and edit the prints in Photoshop.

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Free

Event

Street Photography

Sun, 23 Aug

Build confidence and refine your eye for compelling public space images through lectures, discussions and on-location shooting. Learn to develop your style, master camera techniques and edit with purpose.

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Free

Event

Pinhole Photography

Sun, 23 Aug

Create a camera from everyday objects, capture unique images, and explore fieldwork and darkroom techniques. Suitable for beginners and experienced photographers.

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About

Hours and details

PhotoAccess is a Canberra photography organisation presenting exhibitions, publications and creative projects that explore place, community and environmental change. Its work includes “Along the Western Edge: Witnessing Bluetts”, a collaborative photographic response to the threatened Bluetts Block ecosystem.

  • Art gallery
  • Arts and entertainment
  • Photography studio
  • Education
  • On site services
  • Wheelchair accessible car park
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible toilet

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