Wet plate workshop

November 1-3, 2024

Join David Emitt Adams for this introductory three-day workshop on the collodion process with metal as a substrate. In this workshop participants will work with large-format cameras using studio and natural light to create unique images in the traditions of portraiture, still life, and landscape. Participants will gain in-depth knowledge of the chemistry (mixing, replenishing, and caring for it), coating and sensitizing plates, exposure, and development. Participants may bring their own camera otherwise cameras and equipment will be supplied by COMO. All levels, no prior experience needed. 

November 1-3, 2024, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. each day

Lunch is provided.

Workshop gallery

One-on-one appointments

COMO offers one-on-one appointments for those interested in getting started with photography or to dive deeper in to a particular topic or process. Current offerings focus on SLR (analog), DSLR (digital), or mirrorless camera use. These one-on-one appointments are perfect if you have a camera and want to better understand your camera settings and functionality.

Have a suggestion for a one-on-one appointment? Send us an email and we can customize one for you!

General info

  • Payments will be available through the website soon. Payments in advance of the workshop guarantees your spot. Payment plans are available.

    Cancellations: We understand that life happens. If you have a serious reason to cancel, please allow us time to fill your spot. If it’s too late, we may not be able to return the deposit.

  • COMO is based in Phoenix, Arizona located in the Sonoran Desert within the homeland of the O’Odham and Piipaash peoples and their ancestors.

    Find us in downtown Phoenix at 1322 Grand Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85007

  • Reach out to us here.