About the event

The talbotype process was pioneered in 1839 by William Fox Talbot. During the workshop, participants will prepare their own light-sensitive photographic paper using, among other things, salt, gelatin, citric acid, silver nitrate and watercolor paper. They will then use the prepared salted paper to make UV-exposed prints by placing a negative featuring a view of Lublin on top. The photograph is just as durable as prints made using silver-based processes. It has a reddish-brown tone and a thin layer of natural wax that gives the photograph a delicate sheen. After the workshop, participants can take their photograph home.

The workshop will take place in a small group, allowing each participant to work independently with the technique, ask questions freely and receive individual support. The workshop is also suitable for people with no previous photography experience.

The workshop will be led by Roman Krawczenko – a well-known and respected historian, photographer and educator from Ukraine. Since 2015, he has run the Photography Studio in the Hartwig Alley. The artist not only creates photographs using alternative photographic processes, but also restores their memory and shows successive generations how photographs were made in the past. During a visit to Mr Roman, you do not simply pose in front of the lens – above all, you learn about the history of photography, see how cameras from the turn of the 20th century work, and take a look inside a darkroom. Under the guidance of an experienced photographer, you can also take part in developing your own photograph.

Details

When: 21 November 2026, 11:00-13:30
Where: Photography Studio, the Hartwig Alley, Kowalska 3
For: adults
Registration: via the online form
Participation fee: 30 zł
Places are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis

Terms and Conditions

A discount is available when registering for all 3 paid workshops! The total participation fee is then only 85 zł per person. Workshops included in the discount:

• 14 November 2026 | Ambrotype – silver on glass
• 21 November 2026 | Talbotype – salted paper process
• 28 November 2026 | Contact prints – photography with soul

Accessibility

• Workshops are available in Polish and Ukrainian.
• The event takes place on the raised ground floor with stairs.
• Let us know about your individual accessibility needs using the form when registering.
• Read the basic accessibility information about the Workshops of Culture.
• Find out how to get there – watch the video.

Programme for November 2026

5, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28 November 2026 | A photographic atelier from 100 years ago – tour
14 November 2026 | Ambrotype – silver on glass
21 November 2026 | Talbotype – salted paper process
28 November 2026 | Contact prints – photography with soul