Filmverkstaden

30/06/2026

Masterclass: Introduction to Lippman photography by Armands Andže. 27-31st of July 2026 kl(o) 10-17

Lippmann color interference photography is one of the earliest examples of single-exposure full-color photography. Invented by the French scientist Gabriel Lippmann in 1891, the process is based on the phenomenon of light interference rather than dyes or pigments. During this masterclass with Armands Andze, participants will be introduced to the historical and scientific background of the process, learn how Lippmann plates are made, exposed, and developed, and explore the unique visual qualities of this rare photographic technique. The masterclass will combine theoretical explanation with practical demonstrations, offering insight into one of the most fascinating and technically refined processes in the history of photography.

Participation fee: 200€
Some experience with photochemical developing is required to participate. Please send your interest to participate and your previous experience to [email protected] before July 14th.
Max 8 participants

Armands Andže is a member of Baltic Analog Lab. He has been working with analog photography for over 15 years and has independently mastered several historical analog photography techniques through self-directed study. He studied photography at the Latvian Culture College, obtained a Master’s degree from the Printmaking Department of the Latvian Academy of Art, and is currently doing doctoral studies at the Latvian Academy of Art, researching both historical and contemporary processes of daguerreotype and copperplate photogravure.

.gallery

22/06/2026

Filmverkstaden invites applications for its self-funded residency programme. The residency offers artists the opportunity to develop their work within an analogue film and photography community while having access to Filmverkstaden’s facilities and resources.

Residency Fee: 1000€ per month

The residency fee includes:

* Accommodation in Filmverkstaden’s artist apartment
* 24/7 access to Filmverkstaden’s facilities
* Access to Filmverkstaden’s analogue film and photography facilities
* Basic darkroom chemistry
* Access to available equipment and technical resources
* Use of the photographic garden
* Access to the sauna and rooftop terrace
* Bicycle for local transportation
* Opportunities to participate in Filmverkstaden’s community activities, screenings, workshops, and events
* The possibility of staying with family members during the residency

Filmverkstaden offers a wide range of equipment and facilities for analogue image-making, including Bolex cameras, a contact printer, an optical printer, 16mm and Super 8 projectors, editing tables, and two dedicated darkrooms: one for photography and one for moving-image film processing and printing.

The residency is open to individual artists and artist duos.

Artists working with analogue film, photography, moving image, experimental media, and related audiovisual practices are especially encouraged to apply.
Previous experience working in a darkroom is recommended. If assistance or an introduction to Filmverkstaden’s darkroom facilities is required, this can be arranged at an additional cost.

How to Apply

Please send your residency application to [email protected].

Your application should include a short description of your artistic practice, the project you intend to develop during the residency, your preferred residency dates, a brief explanation of how the residency at Filmverkstaden would benefit your work, and links to relevant work samples, your website, portfolio, or other online materials.
Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, depending on availability.
Feel free to contact us if you have any questions regarding the residency or application process.

𝘍𝘪𝘭𝘮𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘬𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘯 𝘪𝘴 𝘢𝘯 𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘴𝘵-𝘳𝘶𝘯 𝘴𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘢𝘯𝘢𝘭𝘰𝘨𝘶𝘦 𝘧𝘪𝘭𝘮 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘰𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘱𝘩𝘺 𝘪𝘯 𝘝𝘢𝘢𝘴𝘢, 𝘍𝘪𝘯𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘥. 𝘐𝘵 𝘪𝘴 𝘢 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘤𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯, 𝘤𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯, 𝘴𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴, 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘱𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘦𝘹𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘬𝘯𝘰𝘸𝘭𝘦𝘥𝘨𝘦 𝘢𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥 𝘢𝘶𝘥𝘪𝘰𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘶𝘢𝘭 𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘴.

23/05/2026

14/01/2026

Printing B/W to colour & Expanded Cinema with Riojim and Luis Macías 25-25.1 kl(o) 10-17

Filmverkstaden presents a two-day hands-on workshop led by artists Etienne Caire and Luis Macías, where film creation and live projection develop together. Participants will work simultaneously on printing black & white film onto colour stock and expanded cinema projection practices, connecting material image-making with performative cinematic action.  

Image Creation & Polychromy (Riojim)
Participants will learn how to copy black & white 16mm film onto colour print stock using a contact printer. Through techniques such as flat printing, double exposure, and colour filtering, we will explore how to create polychromie and multiple image generations. Work will focus on short film loops (1-2 meters), encouraging experimentation and tactile learning. Participants should bring 1-2 meters of B/W film (negative or positive).

Expanded Cinema & Live Projection (Luis Macías)
Working in parallel, this section explores expanded cinema and live film performance, focusing on projection as a sensory and performative act. Participants will experiment with 16mm projection, light artifacts, sound, silence, and improvisation, transforming the cinematic apparatus itself.

*The workshop culminates in a collective live film performance, where printed film and projection actions merge.

Participation fee is 80€, all materials are included. Max 10 students.
Sign up by sending an email to [email protected]
The workshop language is English.


filmverkstaden