In addition to private instruction, David Ashman conducts black and white film photography
workshops and classes (for both adults and youths) at various DC, Maryland, and Virginia
locales. These beginner to intermediate level courses are intended to give each participant
the opportunity to create a series of photographs from subject-rich environments, as well as
learn about the art of photography. For questions about classes or private instruction, please
contact David Ashman directly.
2008 Seminars & Workshop Schedule
workshops and classes (for both adults and youths) at various DC, Maryland, and Virginia
locales. These beginner to intermediate level courses are intended to give each participant
the opportunity to create a series of photographs from subject-rich environments, as well as
learn about the art of photography. For questions about classes or private instruction, please
contact David Ashman directly.
2008 Seminars & Workshop Schedule
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BASIC CLASSES:
Basic Black and White Film Photography
Dates: Mondays 7:15-9:30pm September 15 - October 27, 2008
(no class on September 29)
Ages: 14+
Place: Greenbelt Community Art Center - Greenbelt, MD
Fee: (see website link below)
This course will teach you all the basics: from how a camera
works, composing and shooting a photo, to processing and printing
your own black and white negatives. Most materials (chemistry,
paper, and 5 rolls of film) included in fee. Students are
encouraged to utilize the techniques learned in class through
weekly assignments. Students supply 35mm camera and pay for
some processing. Some cameras available for student use.
More information and registration details can be found by visiting:
Greenbelt Community Art Center
Basic Black and White Film Photography
Dates: Mondays 7:15-9:30pm September 15 - October 27, 2008
(no class on September 29)
Ages: 14+
Place: Greenbelt Community Art Center - Greenbelt, MD
Fee: (see website link below)
This course will teach you all the basics: from how a camera
works, composing and shooting a photo, to processing and printing
your own black and white negatives. Most materials (chemistry,
paper, and 5 rolls of film) included in fee. Students are
encouraged to utilize the techniques learned in class through
weekly assignments. Students supply 35mm camera and pay for
some processing. Some cameras available for student use.
More information and registration details can be found by visiting:
Greenbelt Community Art Center
INTERMEDIATE CLASSES:
The Fine Art Black and White Print
Dates: Tuesdays 7:00-10:00pm October 7 - November 4, 2008
Ages: 16+
Place: Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts - Annapolis, MD
Fee: (see website link below)
Enhance your black and white darkroom skills with this 5 week
demonstration-oriented course. Subjects such as enlarger and
paper choices, burning,dodging, flashing, toning, contrast control,
spotting,and matting will be covered. Basic black and white
darkroom knowledge is required. Students provide negatives
(35mm or 120) and are encouraged to use the concepts learned
for printing during class time. A materials fee of $30 is due to the
instructor at the first class.
More information and registration details can be found by calling
Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts at 410.263.5544 or visiting:
Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts
The Fine Art Black and White Print
Dates: Wednesdays 6:30-9:30pm October 22 - November 19, 2008
Ages: 14+
Place: Greenbelt Community Art Center - Greenbelt, MD
Fee: (see website link below)
demonstration-oriented course. Subjects such as paper choices,
burning, dodging, flashing, toning, contrast control, spotting, and
matting will be covered. Completion of the Basic B&W
Photography class or basic black and white darkroom knowledge is
required. Students provide negatives (35mm or 120) from which to
print during class time.
More information and registration details can be found by visiting:
Greenbelt Community Art Center
The Fine Art Black and White Print
Dates: Tuesdays 7:00-10:00pm October 7 - November 4, 2008
Ages: 16+
Place: Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts - Annapolis, MD
Fee: (see website link below)
Enhance your black and white darkroom skills with this 5 week
demonstration-oriented course. Subjects such as enlarger and
paper choices, burning,dodging, flashing, toning, contrast control,
spotting,and matting will be covered. Basic black and white
darkroom knowledge is required. Students provide negatives
(35mm or 120) and are encouraged to use the concepts learned
for printing during class time. A materials fee of $30 is due to the
instructor at the first class.
More information and registration details can be found by calling
Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts at 410.263.5544 or visiting:
Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts
The Fine Art Black and White Print
Dates: Wednesdays 6:30-9:30pm October 22 - November 19, 2008
Ages: 14+
Place: Greenbelt Community Art Center - Greenbelt, MD
Fee: (see website link below)
demonstration-oriented course. Subjects such as paper choices,
burning, dodging, flashing, toning, contrast control, spotting, and
matting will be covered. Completion of the Basic B&W
Photography class or basic black and white darkroom knowledge is
required. Students provide negatives (35mm or 120) from which to
print during class time.
More information and registration details can be found by visiting:
Greenbelt Community Art Center
B&W Photo Shooting Workshop at National Arboretum
Dates: Saturday October 11, 2008 10:00am - 3:00pm (rain date of
Saturday October 18, 2008), with a follow-up discussion session at
Greenbelt Community Art Center on Saturday November 1, 2008
from 1:30-3:30pm.
Ages: 14+
Place: US National Arboretum - Washington, DC
Fee: (see website link below)
Join fine art photographer David Ashman in a rare opportunity to be
part of a photo shooting workshop held at The US National
Arboretum in DC. The Arboretum offers not only unique plants,
trees, and shrubs, but numerous architecturally significant
structures and culturally diverse people as well. Allowing for
individual attention, David demonstrates proper fine art
composition, exposure, lens experimentation, use of color filters,
natural lighting techniques, and provides guidance to any
technical inquiries that arise. Participants should bring a 35mm or
medium format film camera, ample supply of black and white film,
and a tripod (if available).
More information and registration details can be found by visiting:
Greenbelt Community Art Center
Dates: Saturday October 11, 2008 10:00am - 3:00pm (rain date of
Saturday October 18, 2008), with a follow-up discussion session at
Greenbelt Community Art Center on Saturday November 1, 2008
from 1:30-3:30pm.
Ages: 14+
Place: US National Arboretum - Washington, DC
Fee: (see website link below)
Join fine art photographer David Ashman in a rare opportunity to be
part of a photo shooting workshop held at The US National
Arboretum in DC. The Arboretum offers not only unique plants,
trees, and shrubs, but numerous architecturally significant
structures and culturally diverse people as well. Allowing for
individual attention, David demonstrates proper fine art
composition, exposure, lens experimentation, use of color filters,
natural lighting techniques, and provides guidance to any
technical inquiries that arise. Participants should bring a 35mm or
medium format film camera, ample supply of black and white film,
and a tripod (if available).
More information and registration details can be found by visiting:
Greenbelt Community Art Center
David Ashman supports and is currently a member of the following organizations:
Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts
Greenbelt Community Art Center
The Saatchi Gallery - Contemporary art in London
WORKSHOPS:
Mat Cutting and Mounting Workshop
Dates: Sunday October 5, 2008 from 12:30-5:30pm
Ages: 14+
Place: Greenbelt Community Art Center - Greenbelt, MD
Fee: (see website link below)
Learn to properly affix and display your prints using a mat cutter
and various archival mounting methods. This demonstration based
workshop covers proper measurement and cutting of mat board,
hinge mounting, drymounting, and a discussion on exhibition
preparation. Fee includes all materials. Bring 1 print (up to
11"x14") to mount and mat during the class.
More information and registration details can be found by visiting:
Greenbelt Community Art Center
Dates: Sunday October 5, 2008 from 12:30-5:30pm
Ages: 14+
Place: Greenbelt Community Art Center - Greenbelt, MD
Fee: (see website link below)
Learn to properly affix and display your prints using a mat cutter
and various archival mounting methods. This demonstration based
workshop covers proper measurement and cutting of mat board,
hinge mounting, drymounting, and a discussion on exhibition
preparation. Fee includes all materials. Bring 1 print (up to
11"x14") to mount and mat during the class.
More information and registration details can be found by visiting:
Greenbelt Community Art Center
Mat Cutting and Mounting Workshop
Dates: Sunday July 13, 2008 from 12:30-5:30pm
Ages: 14+
Place: Greenbelt Community Art Center - Greenbelt, MD
Fee: (see website link below)
and various archival mounting methods. This demonstration based
workshop covers proper measurement and cutting of mat board,
hinge mounting, drymounting, and a discussion on exhibition
preparation. Fee includes all materials. Bring 1 print (up to 11"
x14") to mount and mat during the class.
More information and registration details can be found by visiting:
Greenbelt Community Art Center
Dates: Sunday July 13, 2008 from 12:30-5:30pm
Ages: 14+
Place: Greenbelt Community Art Center - Greenbelt, MD
Fee: (see website link below)
and various archival mounting methods. This demonstration based
workshop covers proper measurement and cutting of mat board,
hinge mounting, drymounting, and a discussion on exhibition
preparation. Fee includes all materials. Bring 1 print (up to 11"
x14") to mount and mat during the class.
More information and registration details can be found by visiting:
Greenbelt Community Art Center
One Day Black & White Darkroom Workshop
Dates: Saturday August 23, 2008 from 1:00-5:00pm
Ages: 16+
Place: Greenbelt Community Art Center - Greenbelt, MD
Fee: (see website link below)
A comprehensive black and white darkroom printing workshop
whose purpose is to familiarize participants with GCC's darkroom
and photography programs. Subjects such as enlarger and paper
choices, printing/developing processes, burning, dodging, and
contrast control, will be covered. Beginner and intermediate level
students are both welcome. Students can bring their own
negatives (35mm) from which to print, or use those provided.
More information and registration details can be found by visiting:
Greenbelt Community Art Center
Dates: Saturday August 23, 2008 from 1:00-5:00pm
Ages: 16+
Place: Greenbelt Community Art Center - Greenbelt, MD
Fee: (see website link below)
A comprehensive black and white darkroom printing workshop
whose purpose is to familiarize participants with GCC's darkroom
and photography programs. Subjects such as enlarger and paper
choices, printing/developing processes, burning, dodging, and
contrast control, will be covered. Beginner and intermediate level
students are both welcome. Students can bring their own
negatives (35mm) from which to print, or use those provided.
More information and registration details can be found by visiting:
Greenbelt Community Art Center
One Day Fine Art Black and White Printing Workshop
Dates: Saturday September 20, 2008 from 12:00-4:00pm
Ages: 16+
Place: Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts - Annapolis, MD
Fee: (see website link below)
A comprehensive black and white darkroom printing workshop.
Subjects such as enlarger and paper choices, burning, dodging,
and contrast control, will be covered. Basic black and white
darkroom knowledge is required. Students can bring their own
negatives (35mm or 120) from which to print. Class price includes
materials fee.
More information and registration details can be found by calling
Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts at 410.263.5544 or visiting:
Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts
Dates: Saturday September 20, 2008 from 12:00-4:00pm
Ages: 16+
Place: Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts - Annapolis, MD
Fee: (see website link below)
A comprehensive black and white darkroom printing workshop.
Subjects such as enlarger and paper choices, burning, dodging,
and contrast control, will be covered. Basic black and white
darkroom knowledge is required. Students can bring their own
negatives (35mm or 120) from which to print. Class price includes
materials fee.
More information and registration details can be found by calling
Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts at 410.263.5544 or visiting:
Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts
Mat Cutting and Mounting Workshop
Dates: Saturday September 27, 2008 from 12:30-4:30pm
Ages: 16+
Place: Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts - Annapolis, MD
Fee: (see website link below)
Learn to properly affix and display your photographs, drawings,
paintings, and prints using a mat cutter and various archival
mounting methods. This demonstration based workshop covers
proper measurement and cutting of mat board, hinge mounting,
elevation mounting, and a discussion on exhibition preparation.
Fee includes all materials. Bring 1 piece of art (up to 11"x14") to
mount and mat during the class.
More information and registration details can be found by calling
Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts at 410.263.5544 or visiting:
Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts
Dates: Saturday September 27, 2008 from 12:30-4:30pm
Ages: 16+
Place: Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts - Annapolis, MD
Fee: (see website link below)
Learn to properly affix and display your photographs, drawings,
paintings, and prints using a mat cutter and various archival
mounting methods. This demonstration based workshop covers
proper measurement and cutting of mat board, hinge mounting,
elevation mounting, and a discussion on exhibition preparation.
Fee includes all materials. Bring 1 piece of art (up to 11"x14") to
mount and mat during the class.
More information and registration details can be found by calling
Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts at 410.263.5544 or visiting:
Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts
Mat Cutting and Mounting Workshop
Dates: Saturday November 8, 2008 from 12:30-4:30pm
Ages: 16+
Place: Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts - Annapolis, MD
Fee: (see website link below)
Learn to properly affix and display your photographs, drawings,
paintings, and prints using a mat cutter and various archival
mounting methods. This demonstration based workshop covers
proper measurement and cutting of mat board, hinge mounting,
elevation mounting, and a discussion on exhibition preparation.
Fee includes all materials. Bring 1 piece of art (up to 11"x14") to
mount and mat during the class.
More information and registration details can be found by calling
Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts at 410.263.5544 or visiting:
Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts
Dates: Saturday November 8, 2008 from 12:30-4:30pm
Ages: 16+
Place: Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts - Annapolis, MD
Fee: (see website link below)
Learn to properly affix and display your photographs, drawings,
paintings, and prints using a mat cutter and various archival
mounting methods. This demonstration based workshop covers
proper measurement and cutting of mat board, hinge mounting,
elevation mounting, and a discussion on exhibition preparation.
Fee includes all materials. Bring 1 piece of art (up to 11"x14") to
mount and mat during the class.
More information and registration details can be found by calling
Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts at 410.263.5544 or visiting:
Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts
Mat Cutting and Mounting Workshop
(in conjunction with FotoWeekDC)
Dates: Sunday November 16, 2008 from 12:30-5:30pm
Ages: 14+
Place: Greenbelt Community Art Center - Greenbelt, MD
Fee: (see website link below)
affix and display prints using a mat cutter and various archival
mounting methods. This demonstration based workshop covers
proper measurement and cutting of mat board, hinge mounting,
drymounting, and a discussion on exhibition preparation. Fee
includes all materials. Bring 1 print (up to 11"x14") to mount and
mat during the class.
More information and registration details can be found by visiting:
Greenbelt Community Art Center
(in conjunction with FotoWeekDC)
Dates: Sunday November 16, 2008 from 12:30-5:30pm
Ages: 14+
Place: Greenbelt Community Art Center - Greenbelt, MD
Fee: (see website link below)
affix and display prints using a mat cutter and various archival
mounting methods. This demonstration based workshop covers
proper measurement and cutting of mat board, hinge mounting,
drymounting, and a discussion on exhibition preparation. Fee
includes all materials. Bring 1 print (up to 11"x14") to mount and
mat during the class.
More information and registration details can be found by visiting:
Greenbelt Community Art Center
Photographing Your Artwork
(in conjunction with FotoWeekDC)
Dates: Session #1 -Thursday November 20, 2008 from 1:00-4:00pm
Session #2 -Thursday November 20, 2008 from 6:00-9:00pm
Ages: 14+
Place: Greenbelt Community Art Center - Greenbelt, MD
Fee: (see website link below)
instructor David Ashman will professionally photograph your
artwork. Having quality color images of your art are essential for
website and portfolio purposes. Bring up to three 2D or 3D pieces
of art (limited to 5 ft. x 5 ft). A CDROM with images of your art will
be mailed to you within one week of the workshop.
More information and registration details can be found by visiting:
Greenbelt Community Art Center
(in conjunction with FotoWeekDC)
Dates: Session #1 -Thursday November 20, 2008 from 1:00-4:00pm
Session #2 -Thursday November 20, 2008 from 6:00-9:00pm
Ages: 14+
Place: Greenbelt Community Art Center - Greenbelt, MD
Fee: (see website link below)
instructor David Ashman will professionally photograph your
artwork. Having quality color images of your art are essential for
website and portfolio purposes. Bring up to three 2D or 3D pieces
of art (limited to 5 ft. x 5 ft). A CDROM with images of your art will
be mailed to you within one week of the workshop.
More information and registration details can be found by visiting:
Greenbelt Community Art Center