This studio course explores creative and technical aspects of the view camera using B&W darkroom technology and some digital methods of transfer. More specifically, the students learn the importance of the workflow, camera movement, Zones system, exposure guideline and light metering. This course also covers chemical film development, B&W darkroom printing and digital transfer of negatives (film) to digital files as well as basic studio lighting. This course includes demonstrations, studio works oriented towards the acquisition of skills, critical language and the development of conceptual approaches in photography.