This class is an introduction to alternative digital printing techniques for photographers already versed in traditional digital printing. Master printer Ron Kaplan will discuss and demonstrate some unique options for photographers looking to broaden their view of the basics. You’ll learn how to print on digital transfer film—a wonderful process that enables you to apply images to different substrates (like glass, wood, or fabric) and to shape the film emulsion. You’ll also learn about printing on metallic and handmade papers. Ron will show you how to prepare your files to achieve the best results when working with alternative materials. You’ll also get to see a variety of other unusual papers and try your hand at printing your own image.

All materials provided

Required prerequisite: Basic Photoshop (not Photoshop Elements) or instructor’s consent.

Over the years Ron Kaplan has had a few careers: lawyer; contractor; student chef; lawyer again; and winery owner. Throughout that time he’s always been a photographer. In fact, Kaplan has been taking pictures for 50 years or so, ever since his grandfather gave him his first camera, an Agfa Plenax PB 20, a bellows camera. Ron has had darkrooms for both color and black and white for over 30 years, until 1999 when he went digital. Ron has taught digital fine-art printing techniques at Portland Community College and at Newspace since 2007.

www.ronkaplanphotography.com