Complete beginners
For anyone who wants to learn film photography and the full workflow from the ground up.
/// WORKSHOP / ANALOG + DIGITAL
Analog photography in a modern workflow
From film to finished image. Develop, scan, digitise, edit and print - hands-on in a Berlin studio.
A hands-on workshop for beginners, experienced photographers and professionals who want to understand analogue photography and combine it intelligently with a modern digital workflow.
/// TWO WORLDS / ONE WORKFLOW
Taking the analogue photograph is only the beginning
Many people shoot film but then hand the entire process over to a lab. Others develop their own film but are unsure how to digitise negatives at high quality or bring them into Lightroom and Negative Lab Pro effectively.
At the same time, many digital photographers are curious about analogue processes but do not know where to begin in practice.
This workshop connects both worlds - from exposed film to a finished digital image or darkroom print.
/// THE COMPLETE WORKFLOW
From film to finished image
The core workshop focuses primarily on black-and-white. The key is not one isolated step, but understanding the complete chain.
01Photograph
02Develop film
03Evaluate negatives
04Scan / camera scan
05Negative Lab Pro
06Digital editing
07Darkroom / print
/// HANDS-ON
Do more than watch
Under guidance, participants carry out as many steps as possible themselves. The exact stages depend on duration, group size and the chosen focus.
Load film
Develop film
Wash and dry
Cut and evaluate negatives
Scan negatives
Camera scanning at the copy stand
Digital conversion and editing
Darkroom and enlargement
Make your own prints
/// WHO IT IS FOR
Beginners welcome. Experience too.
Your own film camera is useful but not required. WE Studio can provide the necessary equipment and materials.
Already shooting film
For photographers who currently outsource developing or scanning and want more control over the process.
Digital photographers
For photographers who want to integrate film, development and darkroom work into an existing digital workflow.
Experienced / professional
For focused work on development, camera scanning, copy stand technique, Negative Lab Pro or printing.
Private / 1:1
For individual priorities, your own pace and specific questions about your personal workflow.
Teams / companies
Custom workshops for small teams or groups are available by arrangement.
/// ANALOGUE + DIGITAL
Not an either-or
Analogue and digital are not opposites today. A photograph made on film does not have to end in a purely analogue process, and a digital workflow can be meaningfully extended through film, development and darkroom work.
A key focus is high-quality camera scanning at the copy stand and further processing with Negative Lab Pro. This makes it clear where analogue image-making and modern digital tools work well together.
/// TECH / STUDIO
Tools for the complete process
The workshop takes place at The Chocolate Factory in Berlin-Tempelhof - a real studio and workshop environment that can be fully blacked out.
Development
Black-and-white development is central to the core workshop. C-41 and E-6 are technically possible as well and are better suited to later or advanced formats.
Scanners
Flatbed scanning is available. Access to a Flextight can also be possible depending on availability.
Camera scanning
A copy stand, macro lens and a high-resolution digital camera of around 60 megapixels enable a modern scanning workflow.
Negative Lab Pro
Conversion and further processing of camera scans as an important part of the hybrid workflow.
Darkroom
Enlargements and prints comfortably up to 4×5 inch; 8×10 inch is possible in principle but is more of a specialist topic.
Materials
The necessary equipment and materials can generally be provided. You are of course welcome to bring your own camera or film.
/// WORKSHOP LEADER
Richárd Kerpel
Richárd is 26 and has worked intensively with analogue photography for around five years. His focus is the modern hybrid workflow: film development, camera scanning, copy stand work, high-resolution digital cameras, macro optics and Negative Lab Pro.
The wider WE Studio environment also offers access to more than 40 years of photographic experience. That experience is available in the background for advice; the workshop itself is clearly led by Richárd.
/// LOCATION
The Chocolate Factory / Berlin-Tempelhof
A real studio and workshop environment with space for small intensive groups and, when needed, larger groups. The room can be fully blacked out for darkroom work.
Berlin-Tempelhoffull blackout possiblestudio + workshopGerman / English
/// FORMATS / PRICES
Flexible instead of a fixed timetable
Workshops are offered on an ongoing basis and dates are arranged individually. Formats can range from roughly half a day to a full day or an intensive two-day workshop.
Group workshopfrom €95 per person
For larger groups following a shared workflow with a clearly defined focus.
Small intensive groupfrom approx. €160 per person
More individual time and more hands-on stages for each participant.
Private workshop / very small groupfrom €300
Individual workflow, your own pace and targeted topics by arrangement.
approx. half dayfull day2-day intensivesmall / larger groupsprivate / 1:1companies / teamsdates by arrangement
The final price depends on group size, duration and the requested scope. Necessary equipment and materials are generally provided.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Do I need previous experience?
No. Complete beginners are explicitly welcome. Content and pace are adapted to the group.
Do I need my own film camera?
No. Your own camera is useful but not required. Suitable equipment can be provided by WE Studio.
Do I need to bring my own materials?
No. Necessary materials can generally be provided. You are of course welcome to bring your own film or materials.
What do I take home?
Depending on the workshop: developed negatives, digital scans or camera scans, edited files and your own darkroom prints.
Can I focus only on scanning or camera scanning?
Yes. Especially in small groups and private workshops, individual parts of the workflow can be explored in depth.
Are C-41 and E-6 workshops available?
Both processes are technically possible. They are intended more as advanced or separate workshop topics; the core workshop initially focuses on black-and-white.
Can I book a private workshop?
Yes. 1:1 and very small custom formats are available by arrangement.
Are workshops available in English?
Yes. Workshops can be held in German or English.
How long does a workshop take?
At least roughly half a day. Depending on depth, full-day or intensive two-day formats are possible.
Are there fixed dates?
No. Workshops are offered on an ongoing basis and dates are arranged individually.
/// ENQUIRY
Enquire about a workshop
No fixed dates and no ticket shop. Tell us briefly how many people would like to attend and what you are particularly interested in. We will get back to you with a suitable proposal.