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Developing Contrast with Nyia Sissac

from $10.00

WHEN: Thursday, November 8th from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

WHERE: LATITUDE, 2003 W Fulton St, Suite 211

COST: $10-$30 Sliding Scale

INSTRUCTOR: Nyia Sissac

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

A one-day workshop filled with learning how to advance and level up your technique in Black and White photography. The day will be filled with learning how to use natural light to your advantage to create dynamic contrasty images. We will also dive into strobe lighting, pushing and pulling film (if you are using a SLR). Lastly, we will explore how to edit our photographs to achieve a dynamic, one-of-a-kind look.

In this session, we will learn about:

A) What is contrast, and when to use it?

B) Strobe vs Natural Light

C) Editing

During this course, you will learn how to light with strobe and natural light. How to create a high contrast image that will evolve into a sharper image. Also, how to use certain cost-effective tools to create more dynamic images. I will also show how to edit images to give more punch with darkness and also more softness through extending the highlights and whites.

What to bring:

  • DSLR / SLR

  • DSLR: SD card/batteries / hard drive

  • SLR: film/batteries.

  • Laptop with photo editing software if you have it

Space is limited to 10 participants total so grab your spot early!

Sliding Scale Admission::

WHEN: Thursday, November 8th from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

WHERE: LATITUDE, 2003 W Fulton St, Suite 211

COST: $10-$30 Sliding Scale

INSTRUCTOR: Nyia Sissac

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

A one-day workshop filled with learning how to advance and level up your technique in Black and White photography. The day will be filled with learning how to use natural light to your advantage to create dynamic contrasty images. We will also dive into strobe lighting, pushing and pulling film (if you are using a SLR). Lastly, we will explore how to edit our photographs to achieve a dynamic, one-of-a-kind look.

In this session, we will learn about:

A) What is contrast, and when to use it?

B) Strobe vs Natural Light

C) Editing

During this course, you will learn how to light with strobe and natural light. How to create a high contrast image that will evolve into a sharper image. Also, how to use certain cost-effective tools to create more dynamic images. I will also show how to edit images to give more punch with darkness and also more softness through extending the highlights and whites.

What to bring:

  • DSLR / SLR

  • DSLR: SD card/batteries / hard drive

  • SLR: film/batteries.

  • Laptop with photo editing software if you have it

Space is limited to 10 participants total so grab your spot early!

Chicago-based artist, Nyia Sissac (she/they) is a fine art portrait photographer. Whose work is rooted in storytelling, memory, and community. She explores themes tied to the African American experiences. Using her lens to narrate the stories of family, past, present, and future. Nyia’s work serves as both an archive and a bridge, connecting generations while preserving the legacy of those who came before us. A Columbia College Alum Nyia now spends her time as a working artist. Working with Artists in Public Schools (formerly known as CPSLives), Nyia has spent her time teaching a younger generation of artists. Teaching them the fundamentals on how to take care of their mental health while also showing them the foundations of photography.

 

Accessibility notes: This workshop has no mobility requirements as it will be a seated presentation. More on building accessibility can be found here and in the video tour of the lab on Vimeo. If your accessibility concerns have not been addressed in this note or on the accessibility page on our website, please make use of the accessibility accommodation in our signup form or reach out directly to education@latitudechicago.org for more information.

Questions? Contact us at education@latitudechicago.org

Please Note: LATITUDE never wants finances to stand in the way of participation in our programs. Please reach out to us to discuss financial assistance.

Refund Policy: For all LATITUDE courses, full payment is required to reserve your spot in the class. If you need to cancel your reservation for any reason, LATITUDE can provide a 100% refund for cancellations made 10 days prior to the start date of the course. Cancellations made with less than the 7 day notice will be given a 100% lab credit. Cancellations made within 72 hours of class run will be given a credit for 50% of the purchase price which can be used for any lab purchases, including re-enrollment, in the future. No refund for cancellations made on the start day of the course and will be considered a donation to the space.