Introductory courses and workshops summer semester 2026
| The courses are aimed at students of the Faculty of Art + Design. |
Registrations for the courses are only possible by email after the project and subject modules have been assigned no earlier than 13 April 2026. (Registrations received before then will not be considered.)
Please register via email from your university email address, stating the desired course number, your degree programme and the project or specialist course you have taken, to fotowerkstatt[at]gestaltung.uni-weimar.de
If you are interested and register, you must take all modules of an introductory course. It is not possible to »jump« between course modules or to join later or leave earlier.
All courses include a safety briefing for working in the photo workshop. For this, as well as for the course content itself, there is a Moodle course with a corresponding test. Successful completion of the associated Moodle courses is mandatory for independent work in the respective area of the photo workshop and must be completed again in each new semester.
Introductory Course Studio Technology
Starting with camera technique, we will explore the fundamental desgign possibilities of photography — first in theory and then in practice — using digital SLR cameras. The second day is primarily devoted to the extensive technical equipment in the studio and learning how to use it safely. We will then set up an initial standard setup and practise working at the photography table. On the third day we will already be working largely independently in the studio, creating portraits with different lighting setups. Finally, we will take a look at post-production and the digital workflow of the photography workshop. Successful completion of all four modules of this introductory course is a prerequisite for independent work in our photography studios.
Duration: 14 hours
Material costs: 2€
3–6 participants
Prerequisites: An interest in lighting and image composition, and the creative and technical fundamentals of photography. Working with studio equipment requires patience and manual dexterity.
Course ST.1, Part 1. 20.04.2026 9–13 h
Course ST.1, Part 2. 21.04.2026 9–13 h
Course ST.1, Part 3. 22.04.2026 9–13 h
Course ST.1, Part 4. 23.04.2026 9–11:30 h
Course ST.2, Part 1. 24.04.2026 12–16 h
Course ST.2, Part 2. 28.04.2026 12–16 h
Course ST.2, Part 3. 29.04.2026 12–16 h
Course ST.2, Part 4. 30.04.2026 12–14:30 h
Course ST.3, Part 1. 20.05.2026 9–13 h
Course ST.3, Part 2. 22.05.2026 9–13 h
Course ST.3, Part 3. 27.05.2026 9–13 h
Course ST.3, Part 4. 29.05.2026 9–11:30 h
B/W film processing and scan
In the first part of the introduction, we will focus on analogue cameras used in the photography workshop: how to load film, camera functions and creative options of the camera. This will be followed by a short excursion, during which participants will expose black-and-white film and then develop it in the laboratory. In the second part, we will focus on digital processing, scanning and post-production of the image data.
Duration: 8 hours
Material costs 7€
2-4 participants
Prerequisites: Basically, working with analogue techniques requires manual skills and an interest in technical processes. We sometimes work in complete darkness. A high level of concentration is required when handling chemicals.
Course FS.1, Part 1. 06.05.2026 9–13 h
Course FS.1, Part 2. 13.05.2026 9–13 h
Course FS.2, Part 1. 19.05.2026 12–16 h
Course FS.2, Part 2. 26.05.2026 12–16 h
Introductory Course Analogue B/W enlargement
Part 1 of the introduction starts in the black-and-white lab. How does the enlarger work, what chemicals need to be provided, what needs to be taken into account? After these preparations, we first create a photogram and a contact print of the black-and-white film. In the second part, we enlarge one of the black-and-white negatives, control contrast and brightness, and take care of margin design.
Duration: 8 hours
Material costs: 9€
2–6 Participants
Basically, working with analogue techniques requires manual skills and an interest in technical processes. We sometimes work under a dim red light. A high level of concentration is required when handling chemicals.
Introduction SV.1, Part 1. 08.05.2026 9–12 h
Introduction SV.1, Part 2. 11.05.2026 9–13 h
Adobe Photoshop Workshop
Possible topics: Advanced basics, workspace, layers, tools, adjustment layers, layer masks, smart objects, digital workflow and problem solving.
Format: Problem-oriented with own files and/or topic-oriented with existing materials in small groups of up to 3 people.
Frequency: Wednesday mornings from 14 January to 25 February 2026
09–10 h Basics for beginners
10–12 h Working in Photoshop
Registration by email at least 2 days in advance. You can work on one of our workstations (Windows PC) or your own device (Adobe CC required).