Workshop conducted in  collaboration with The LabCaf.

The LabCaf’s eco-friendly method uses less toxic processing baths and developer recipes, containing ingredients such as instant coffee, fruits and/or herbs together with washing soda and vitamin C. As a part of this workshop you will also be introduced to the use of salt fix and organic colour tints.
The use of alternative eco-chemistry allows filmmakers to set up DIY-darkrooms in spaces that lack sophisticated ventilation systems (like an artist’s studio). This hand-processing technique offers a working prototype for developing film (with inspiring results!) and workable alternatives for reinvigorating analog film in an environmentally conscious way.

In this workshop, you will learn the techniques of eco-friendly hand processing and apply them to your own film shot during the course.
The workshop fee includes 200f of Kodak 3378 b&w film and access to a Bolex camera, darkroom and Main Film facilities during the workshop hours.

Mandatory prerequisites to attend the workshop:

• Know the basics of shooting in 16mm.
• Have already shot in 16mm (Bolex).
• Fill in the participation form.

The workshop is given in English.

For any information, send an email to: services@mainfilm.qc.ca

Health measures related to COVID-19:

• Participants will be required to wear a procedure mask at all times upon arrival at Main Film.
• Participants will be required to disinfect their hands upon entering the center and before touching the equipment. Hydro-alcoholic solution will be provided.
• Participants will be spaced 1m apart during the workshops.
• Participants may use the restroom.

Elian Mikkola