Since May 2018, Print Night has been a monthly gathering of photographers interested in showing, looking at, and talking about prints in a casual, friendly environment. You do not need to share prints to participate in Print Night, so everyone is encouraged to come be part of the conversation and get some inspiration too. Participants can bring up to six prints-- in color or black and white, digital or darkroom, finished or in progress.

We hope you will join host Rick York and a vibrant community of photographers and photography enthusiasts on the second Monday of every month from 6:30pm - 9pm!

There is a $5 suggested donation at the door.

After registration additional course details will be provided by Print Night host Rick York to participants via email.

LEVEL: Beginner to Advanced

AGE GROUP: All ages

Discover the magic of photography by building your own working pinhole camera — using everyday materials like drink cans and shoeboxes. In this hands-on, four-hour workshop, students will construct a functional camera, learn the fundamentals of pinhole photography, and create images before developing them together in a makeshift darkroom.

This streamlined approach makes the process approachable for all experience levels, while still offering a rich introduction to analog photography. You’ll learn the basics of exposure, composition, and light while experiencing the satisfaction of making photographs completely by hand.

Students will have the option to develop their images using either traditional photographic chemistry or caffenol, an environmentally friendly developer made from instant coffee, vitamin C, and washing soda.

The workshop concludes with a casual group print share, where participants can see and celebrate the unique images created during the session.

Each student will leave with their handmade camera, photographic paper, and simple, safe recipes for developing images at home, so the creative process can continue beyond the workshop.

No prior experience is necessary. This workshop is perfect for beginners, curious makers, educators, artists, and anyone interested in exploring photography in a fun, accessible way.

TOTAL COST: $120

Course Fee: $80

Non-refundable Materials Fee: $40

LEVEL: Beginner to Intermediate

AGE GROUP: Ages 15+, 10+ with an accompanying adult

SUPPLY INFORMATION

All required supplies are included, including camera-building materials, photographic paper, and chemistry for use during the workshop.

Students are welcome to bring their own drink cans and shoeboxes if they’d like to experiment with their own materials.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTORS

Jen Cohen (USA) and Martin Vanners (The Netherlands) are internationally experienced pinhole photographers and educators. Together, they have led pinhole photography workshops and experiences for more than 1,000 participants across the United States and Europe. 

Their work includes collaborations with international photography conferences, art schools, historical sites, nonprofit organizations, and Pinsta Camera. Their pinhole photography has been exhibited at Northwind Art’s Jeanette Best Gallery, The Grover Gallery, Unique Photo, and the Oregon Center for the Photographic Arts, and featured in photography magazines including Forum, Dialogue, Shots, and Analog Forever.

Artists' websites: @martin_vanners, Raw Art Collective, @therawartcollective, @pinstafanatics

CANCELLATION POLICY

Please email admin@northwindart.org if you wish to withdraw or for more information.

Jen and Martin are celebrating their 50th round of Pinsta workshops, back where it all started, right here in beautiful Port Townsend. This workshop is one of two sessions happening October 11. You are welcome to register for either or both. Together these sessions will help you push your exploration into pinhole cameras to the next level!

Pinsta Pinhole Photography for Everyone: Morning Session

Pinsta Pinhole Photography for Everyone: Afternoon Session

In this workshop, students will learn how to use a Pinsta pinhole camera and experience the fun and magic of making photographs using only a box with a tiny hole — and developing them on the spot without the use of a darkroom. The best part? You don't need any technical or photographic experience to enjoy this wonderful process, and we promise you'll go home carrying one or more impressive analog photographs!

The simple yet elegant Pinsta camera has gained a cult following among photographers and other creatives around the world. Handcrafted by a small team in Great Britain, the Pinsta is both a lensless camera and a portable darkroom, making it possible to create beautiful black- and-white photographs almost anywhere.

No photographic experience is necessary. We welcome first-time Pinsta users as well as those looking for a refresher. During the workshop, students will work with a variety of photographic papers and learn how to develop paper negatives and create positive prints.

Students are encouraged to stay for the afternoon session to continue experimenting with the Pinsta process, explore more advanced techniques, including the experimental method of turning a black-and-white negative into a positive directly in the camera, make additional photographs, and build confidence using the camera. The afternoon session offers plenty of time to refine your images, try new approaches, and deepen your understanding of this unique photographic process.

NOTE: This listing and price are for the morning session only. To register for the afternoon session click here. 

TOTAL COST: $120

Course Fee: $80

Non-refundable Materials Fee: $40

LEVEL: Beginner to Intermediate

AGE GROUP: Ages 15+, 10+ with an accompanying adult

SUPPLY INFORMATION

All required supplies are included in the materials fee, including photographic paper, developer, fixer, syringes, Pinsta cameras, and black bags for use during class.

Optional: Students may bring a tripod and download a light meter app to their smartphone for added convenience when determining exposure times.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTORS

Jen Cohen (USA) and Martin Vanners (The Netherlands) are internationally experienced pinhole photographers and educators. Together, they have led pinhole photography workshops and experiences for more than 1,000 participants across the United States and Europe.

Their work includes collaborations with international photography conferences, art schools, historical sites, nonprofit organizations, and Pinsta Camera. Their pinhole photography has been exhibited at Northwind Art’s Jeanette Best Gallery, The Grover Gallery, Unique Photo, and Oregon Center for the Photographic Arts, and featured in photography magazines including Forum, Dialogue, Shots, and Analog Forever. 

Artists' websites: @martin_vanners, Raw Art Collective, @therawartcollective, @pinstafanatics

CANCELLATION POLICY

Please email admin@northwindart.org if you wish to withdraw or for more information.

Jen and Martin are celebrating their 50th round of Pinsta workshops, back where it all started, right here in beautiful Port Townsend. This workshop is one of two sessions happening October 11. You are welcome to register for either or both. Together these sessions will help you push your exploration into pinhole cameras to the next level!

Pinsta Pinhole Photography for Everyone: Morning Session

Pinsta Pinhole Photography for Everyone: Afternoon Session

In this workshop, students will learn how to use a Pinsta pinhole camera and experience the fun and magic of making photographs using only a box with a tiny hole — and developing them on the spot without the use of a darkroom. The best part? You don't need any technical or photographic experience to enjoy this wonderful process, and we promise you'll go home carrying one or more impressive analog photographs!

The simple yet elegant Pinsta camera has gained a cult following among photographers and other creatives around the world. Handcrafted by a small team in Great Britain, the Pinsta is both a lensless camera and a portable darkroom, making it possible to create beautiful black- and-white photographs almost anywhere.

No photographic experience is necessary. We welcome first-time Pinsta users as well as those looking for a refresher. During the workshop, students will work with a variety of photographic papers and learn how to develop paper negatives and create positive prints.

In the afternoon session, students will experiment with the Pinsta process, explore more advanced techniques, including the experimental method of turning a black-and-white negative into a positive directly in the camera, make additional photographs, and build confidence using the camera. The afternoon session offers plenty of time to refine your images, try new approaches, and deepen your understanding of this unique photographic process.

NOTE: This listing and price are for the afternoon session only. To register for the morning session click here. 

TOTAL COST: $120

Course Fee: $80

Non-refundable Materials Fee: $40

LEVEL: Beginner to Intermediate

AGE GROUP: Ages 15+, 10+ with an accompanying adult

SUPPLY INFORMATION

All required supplies are included in the materials fee, including photographic paper, developer, fixer, syringes, Pinsta cameras, and black bags for use during class.

Optional: Students may bring a tripod and download a light meter app to their smartphone for added convenience when determining exposure times.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTORS

Jen Cohen (USA) and Martin Vanners (The Netherlands) are internationally experienced pinhole photographers and educators. Together, they have led pinhole photography workshops and experiences for more than 1,000 participants across the United States and Europe.

Their work includes collaborations with international photography conferences, art schools, historical sites, nonprofit organizations, and Pinsta Camera. Their pinhole photography has been exhibited at Northwind Art’s Jeanette Best Gallery, The Grover Gallery, Unique Photo, and Oregon Center for the Photographic Arts, and featured in photography magazines including Forum, Dialogue, Shots, and Analog Forever.

Artists' websites: @martin_vanners, Raw Art Collective, @therawartcollective, @pinstafanatics

CANCELLATION POLICY

Please email admin@northwindart.org if you wish to withdraw or for more information.

Since May 2018, Print Night has been a monthly gathering of photographers interested in showing, looking at, and talking about prints in a casual, friendly environment. You do not need to share prints to participate in Print Night, so everyone is encouraged to come be part of the conversation and get some inspiration too. Participants can bring up to six prints-- in color or black and white, digital or darkroom, finished or in progress.

We hope you will join host Rick York and a vibrant community of photographers and photography enthusiasts on the second Monday of every month from 6:30pm - 9pm!

There is a $5 suggested donation at the door.

After registration additional course details will be provided by Print Night host Rick York to participants via email.

LEVEL: Beginner to Advanced

AGE GROUP: All ages

Since May 2018, Print Night has been a monthly gathering of photographers interested in showing, looking at, and talking about prints in a casual, friendly environment. You do not need to share prints to participate in Print Night, so everyone is encouraged to come be part of the conversation and get some inspiration too. Participants can bring up to six prints-- in color or black and white, digital or darkroom, finished or in progress.

We hope you will join host Rick York and a vibrant community of photographers and photography enthusiasts on the second Monday of every month from 6:30pm - 9pm!

There is a $5 suggested donation at the door.

After registration additional course details will be provided by Print Night host Rick York to participants via email.

LEVEL: Beginner to Advanced

AGE GROUP: All ages

Since May 2018, Print Night has been a monthly gathering of photographers interested in showing, looking at, and talking about prints in a casual, friendly environment. You do not need to share prints to participate in Print Night, so everyone is encouraged to come be part of the conversation and get some inspiration too. Participants can bring up to six prints-- in color or black and white, digital or darkroom, finished or in progress.

We hope you will join host Rick York and a vibrant community of photographers and photography enthusiasts on the second Monday of every month from 6:30pm - 9pm!

There is a $5 suggested donation at the door.

After registration additional course details will be provided by Print Night host Rick York to participants via email.

LEVEL: Beginner to Advanced

AGE GROUP: All ages