​​​Overview

 

This one-day workshop by Podd Labs introduces participants to the Gum Bichromate printing process, a 19th-century photographic technique that merges photography with painting. Using watercolor pigments, gum arabic, and dichromate salts, participants will create richly textured, hand-crafted photographic prints.

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The workshop provides a hands-on experience that connects contemporary digital photography with traditional printmaking practices, offering participants a slower, more tactile way of making photographic images.

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Participants will gain practical experience in:

• Preparing digital negatives for contact printing

• Mixing and coating paper with gum solution

• Exposing coated paper under UV light

• Developing, washing, and drying prints

• Layering for tonal depth and artistic variations

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By the end of the session, participants will understand the complete Gum Bichromate workflow and take home their own handmade prints.

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Schedule - Nov 21, Friday / 10 am – 5 pm (IST)

• Introduction to the history of alternative photographic practices

• Demonstration of the Gum Bichromate printing process

• Hands-on session: coating, exposing, developing, and printing

• Guided exploration and experimentation 

• Review and discussion of final prints

What’s Included

All necessary materials will be provided, including:
Gum arabic, dichromate, watercolor pigments
High-quality watercolor paper
Brushes, trays, and protective gear

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About the Facilitators

Podd  Labs is an independent photography initiative founded by Anjana Dev and Ashin K, both graduates of the National Institute of Design, India. Podd  Labs focuses on photography education through hands-on workshops, printing, and artist-led sessions that explore analog and alternative photographic processes. Their work celebrates slow image-making, materiality, and experimentation.

(www.poddlabs.in)

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When

Nov 21, Friday / 10 am – 5 pm (IST)

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Where

State Gallery of Art, Hyderabad

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Cost

Rs. 6999 INR (Includes all materials and equipment.)

Who Can Attend

This workshop is open to beginners, students, photographers, and artists interested in learning a historic printing process. No prior experience required.

T&C:
All fees are non-refundable if you withdraw from the workshop less than one month prior to its start date, unless your seat is filled.

A minimum of 8 participants is required to run this workshop.

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Email us at info@indianphotofest.com for any questions.

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