CultureCam: Photography Workshop

21st Mar 2026 - 22nd Mar 2026
11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Darkroom Photography with Plant-Based Processes

Step into a caravan-turned-camera and see photography from the inside out!

Delivered by Photo Hub North in collaboration with Ilkley Manor House and photoILKLEY, this hands-on workshop invites you to meet “Nellie” — a lovingly repurposed caravan that doubles as a working camera obscura, eco-friendly darkroom and creative classroom on wheels.

In this unique 90-minute workshop held in the Manor House courtyard, you’ll discover how a camera actually works, experience the world upside down inside the camera obscura, and have the chance to create a portrait using plant-based darkroom techniques that are gentle on the environment. There are four sessions to choose from over two days.

This is a rare opportunity to learn about photography through hands-on experimentation, combining traditional techniques with sustainable practices.

Suitable for all ages (under 18s must be accompanied by an adult)

Ticket Information
Tickets are £17 and may be purchased online via TicketTailor or in person at the Box Office on weekends when Ilkley Manor House is open.

Choose one of 4x 90-minute sessions held over two days

• session 1: Sat 21 Mar – 11:00am-12:30pm
• session 2: Sat 21 Mar – 1:30pm-3:00pm
• session 3: Sun 22 Mar – 11:00am-12:30pm
• session 4: Sun 22 Mar – 1:30pm-3:00pm

Note: each 90 min session (AM or PM) is one complete workshop, sessions are limited to 6 people

Find out more:
Photo Hub North: www.photohubnorth.com
photoILKLEY: www.photoilkley.com