The creative process and photography have always allowed us the ability to connect with the natural world. Many photographers are now delving beyond traditional printing methods to allow deeper integration of their artistic vision and a connection to the natural world. As we strive to be better stewards of the earth, a stronger understanding of how to relate to the land with our art is vital. Exploring alternative photographic processes that use natural materials offers photographers the ability to integrate their work with the earth in a new and sustainable way.
In this hands-on workshop in Santa Fe, photographic artist Julia C. Martin leads a fascinating discovery of myriad methods of using natural materials in photographic processes and how they relate to our imagery. Over the course of five days, participants learn processes such as making paper from plants to print on, applying images to natural surfaces such as wood or rocks, and toning cyanotype prints using botanicals. We use both digital and alternative photographic processes in our exploration of image-making from natural materials. In addition to working in our studio/classroom, we also travel into the beautiful New Mexican landscape to make images on location. During the week we meet with a local botanist and collect materials in the field, as well as learn from Julia’s demonstrations and daily group image reviews.
Join Julia in this exploration of the ephemeral land we live on, and allow yourself to focus on the relationship between nature and your art.
Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR or mirrorless camera. Participants must be able to download and select images using image editing software for class sessions.
View Payment, Refund, Withdrawal, and Transfer Policies for domestic workshops.
Participants are responsible for making their own housing arrangements in Santa Fe. On-campus accommodations are not currently available.
Julia C. Martin is a photographic artist based in Phoenix, Arizona. Her work deals with the themes of mortality, ephemerality, and time. The process of making is important to her work and many of her prints are made by hand using historic or experimental processes. In addition to photography, she also works in installation, printmaking, papermaking, and book arts.
Julia is originally from Golden, Colorado. She received her MFA from Arizona State University and her BA from Montana State University. She has worked at institutions such as the Santa Fe Photographic Workshops and Aperture Foundation. Julia has exhibited internationally and has had work in publications such as Southwest Contemporary, Shots Magazine, and The Experimental Darkroom: Contemporary Uses of Black & White Photographic Materials by Christina Z. Anderson (Focal Press, 2022). Julia is currently a Faculty Associate at Arizona State University and Chandler-Gilbert Community College.
Website: juliacmartin.com
Instagram: @juliacmartin
