Conservation and Restoration - Alternative Processes
Delivery Mode
on_campus
ECTS
6
Overview
This course expands students' understanding of the photosensitive materials used throughout the history of photographic printing and works on their aesthetic sensibility by exploring alternative methods of creating and printing photographic images. Through practical experimentation, students work on controlling variables, are encouraged to slow down, learn from mistakes, and explore the plastic dimension of photography. This course also addresses the appropriate preservation of different photographic materials.
What You'll Learn
Broaden the understanding of photography to less conventional processes belonging to different families of photosensitive materials. Stimulate interest in the plasticity and aesthetic qualities that result from the practice of artisanal processes, as well as the creative potential inherent in the multiplicity of supports, combinations, and interventions. Promote rigor in recording the procedures and materials involved in the processes, in order to understand and analyze the influence of different variables on printing. The aim is to encourage students to understand the material, technical, and aesthetic aspects of each type of photographic medium, enabling them to select the best preservation methodologies and identify chemical and physical changes. Develop autonomy in the planning, creation, and presentation of photographic projects, while also promoting experimentation and critical thinking.