Pinhole Photography Workshop

28th March 2026

The Margate School

Make your own pinhole camera and explore Margate in this half day photography workshop at The Margate School.

11am - 4pm

In this workshop you will explore the wonder of analogue photography in a hands-on way. Using recycled materials you will start by making your very own pinhole camera. You will then take your pinhole camera to take a series of unique photos in central Margate before processing them in the Margate School of Art darkroom.

As well as a creative and tactile experience, this workshop is a great introduction to the darkroom and photographic process and is suitable for any level of photographer. As well as your camera, you will have a set of completely unique photographs to take home with you.

Breakdown of workshop:

Basic principles of camera and lens function
Building your camera
Developing your paper negative
Checking for exposure
Making a contact print
Display of images

No previous experience of analogue photography is required and all photographic paper and chemistry are provided.

Under 18s should be accompanied.

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Tickets and Pricing

£45

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Location

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Address

Pinhole Photography Workshop The Margate School, 31-33 High St, Margate
CT9 1DX

Contact

info@themargateschool.com 01843838421

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