Pinhole Photo Adventures at Point Wilson Lighthouse in Port Townsend, WA
Location: Point Wilson Lighthouse, Port Townsend, WA
Dates: February 21-23, 2025
Hosted by: Point Wilson Lighthouse - Raw Art Collective Collaboration
AWAKEN YOUR CREATIVITY
Feeling overwhelmed and unsure where to start? Craving something real, joyful, or inspiring? Take a step back in time and immerse yourself in the magic of analog photography—a slower, more mindful way to capture beauty. Treat yourself (and a friend!) to an unforgettable experience that adds pizzazz to your creativity and invites you to savor the moment.
Discover the soul-nurturing art of pinhole photography* at the iconic Point Wilson Lighthouse in Fort Worden, Port Townsend, WA. The weekend series offers five individual sessions, including a Friday night pinhole party with DIY camera building. On Saturday and Sunday, there are morning and afternoon sessions, each with a different theme. The weekend is designed so you can take a single session or join us for all five. Each session offers a unique opportunity to capture the rugged coastal beauty and historic charm of the lighthouse while learning to craft one-of-a-kind images with a pinhole camera. Let the experience awaken your creativity and well-being as you come away with more than just captivating photos –you’ll leave with a refreshed spirit and unforgettable memories. No experience? No problem!
*Pinhole photography is the oldest form of analog photography, capturing light through a simple hole in a box. This technique reveals often-overlooked details, transforming scenes into poetic moments.
OVERVIEW OF WORKSHOPS
Pinhole Party + Refreshments
Kick off the weekend with a Pinhole Party on Friday evening! This fun, relaxed gathering is the perfect introduction to pinhole photography and a great way to get into the creative spirit. In this interactive session, you’ll get hands-on experience building your own DIY pinhole camera. Whether it’s your first time experimenting with analog photography or you’re a seasoned enthusiast, this party-style workshop invites you to explore the joy of creating images from scratch. No experience needed. All materials provided.
What to Expect at the Pinhole Party:
DIY Camera Building: Learn how to craft a simple pinhole camera from everyday materials. Discover the basics of light exposure and how a tiny hole in a box can capture stunning images.
Shooting and Developing Your Photos: Once your camera is ready, take it outside to capture the beautiful evening light around Point Wilson Lighthouse. You’ll then experience the thrill of developing your photos on-site, watching your first images come to life in real time.
Social and Creative Atmosphere: Enjoy refreshments, meet other photography enthusiasts, and share tips and inspiration in a laid-back, collaborative environment. With music, laughter, and a spirit of experimentation, this evening session is designed to be a welcoming, no-pressure introduction to the weekend.
Pinsta Pinhole Adventure Sessions
The Pinsta Photo Adventures sessions at Point Wilson Lighthouse offer an extraordinary opportunity to explore analog photography with the unique Pinsta pinhole camera. Over the course of these 3-hour immersive, hands-on sessions, you’ll learn how to use a Pinsta pinhole camera and experience the fun and magic of making photos using a box with a tiny hole and developing them on the spot, without the use of a darkroom. Each day’s itinerary is designed to flow with the rhythms of light and tide, so every moment feels inspired and unique. Join us for one or more sessions to experience the enchanting shifts in light throughout the day. Each session features a unique theme, but participants are also free to create images inspired by whatever speaks to them. No experience needed. All materials provided.
What to Expect in Each Pinsta Photo Adventure Session:
Learn how to use a Pinsta pinhole camera.
Explore Unique Themes - each session has its own inspiring theme designed to bring out the best of the natural and historic surroundings:
Lighthouse: Capture the iconic Point Wilson Lighthouse as it stands against the morning sky, focusing on its timeless beauty and details.
Water: Let the dynamic interaction between waves, reflections, and shoreline scenes inspire your shots, capturing the serene or wild essence of the coast.
Trees: Photograph the graceful silhouettes and textures of the nearby trees, integrating them into the landscape for striking compositions.
Historic buildings: Step back in time and capture the charm of historic architecture. Explore the textures, lines, and stories etched into Port Townsend's historic buildings, creating images that blend past and present.
Take home one-of-a-kind images.
Opportunity to showcase your work at an upcoming exhibit at Fort Worden Historical Park.
Session Schedule
Friday, February 21
PINHOLE PARTY + REFRESHMENTS
DIY pinhole cameras: make, shoot and develop
Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Price: $60 (includes materials)Saturday, February 22
PINHOLE PHOTO ADVENTURES WITH PINSTA CAMERA AT POINT WILSON LIGHTHOUSE
Morning Session: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm (Theme: Lighthouse)
Afternoon Session: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm (Theme: Water)
Price: $149 per session (includes materials)Sunday, February 23
PINHOLE PHOTO ADVENTURES WITH PINSTA CAMERA AT POINT WILSON LIGHTHOUSE
Morning Session: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm (Theme: Trees)
Afternoon Session: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm (Theme: Historic Buildings)
Price: $149 per session (includes materials)
Note: Sessions will occur rain, snow, or shine. Minimum of 4 participants per session required.
REGISTRATION AND CANCELLATION POLICIES
Payment Required: Registration is confirmed upon payment.
Spaces are limited, so early registration is encouraged. Take advantage of early bird special offers.
Exclusive Pinhole Photography Weekend for Two including 2 Nights in the Historic Keeper’s Duplex (February 21 & February 22, 2025) (Only 1 available - reserve early).
Gift Certificates Available: Treat someone special! Gift certificates are available for all sessions and make a memorable gift.
Refunds: Full refund if the minimum participant count is not met by February 2, 2025. No other refunds unless the organizer cancels the session due to unforeseen circumstances.
Transfer Policy: Contact us to transfer registration to another person or session if available.
10% of profits will be donated to Point Wilson Lighthouse through the US Lighthouse Society.
DISCOUNT CODES
We’re offering special discounts for early registration (before January 15, 2025), multiple session bookings, participants with their own Pinsta cameras, and group registrations. To learn more and for discount codes, email jen@rawartcollective.org.
WORKSHOP TESTIMONIALS
"The teaching was clear and hands-on, making it easy to pick up the process quickly. Seeing my first image develop was mind-blowing."
"The workshop was incredibly well-planned, and the instructors were so supportive and inspiring."
"A wonderful introduction to pinhole photography with hands-on experience and tons of laughs! I hadn’t made art in years, so this was a great way to reconnect with creativity."
ABOUT YOUR INSTRUCTORS
Martin Vanners and Jen Cohen have been leading pinhole photography workshops in the Pacific Northwest, earning rave reviews from participants who appreciate the blend of technical skill, creative exploration and fun they bring to every session.
ABOUT MARTIN (Breda, Netherlands): Martin’s journey with pinhole photography is all about connecting with light in its rawest form. Using his Pinsta camera—a simple box with a tiny hole—Martin captures fleeting moments directly onto photographic paper, inviting viewers into a world of mystery and beauty. His path has led him from roles at Nikon and Wacom to dedicating himself full-time to the endless possibilities of pinhole photography. Whether teaching workshops or capturing scenes across the globe, Martin brings a sense of wonder to his work, encouraging others to rediscover the magic in everyday moments.
Artist website and social media
ABOUT JEN (Port Townsend, WA): Jen is the founder of Raw Art Collective, an incubator for creative projects fostering community engagement, including pop-up exhibits, workshops, an art vending machine, traveling camera obscura, and Port Townsend’s annual Artist Studio Tour. Jen’s work appears in exhibits, community projects, and public spaces, encouraging moments of wonder and curiosity. Jen is most excited about sharing the awe and wonder of pinhole photography, inviting us to slow down, embrace the beauty of the unexpected, and connect with our creativity.
Artist website and social media
2025 Port Townsend and Surrounding Areas Artist Studio Tour
Connecting arts and community. The 20th annual Port Townsend and Surrounding Areas Studio Tour takes place on Saturday, August 23 and Sunday August 24 from 10am to 4pm. On Friday August 22 (5:30pm-8pm), there will be a kick-off event for artists and the public (location to be announced in early summer 2025) to celebrate this year’s artist studio tour and provide a sneak peek into the artists’ work.
The studio tour offers an opportunity to see inside the life of a working artist and to understand their processes for making art. Information on each artist and a detailed tour map is available here. Paper maps will also be available at the kick-off event and around town the week of August 17.
Pinhole Photography Workshops with Martin Vanners and Jen Cohen at Northwind Art
Pinhole Photography and Wellbeing: Capturing Moments of Calm
In our fast-paced, technology-driven world, finding moments of calm and mindfulness can be a challenge. One unique and fulfilling way to achieve this is through pinhole photography. This timeless art form, rooted in simplicity and creativity, allows you to slow down, connect with your surroundings, and find beauty in the ordinary. As you immerse yourself in this meditative process, you'll discover the profound impact it can have on your overall wellbeing.
The Mindful Art of Pinhole Photography
Pinhole photography, an ancient technique that dates back to the earliest days of image-making, involves using a simple, lensless camera. The camera has a tiny aperture—a pinhole—that lets light in to create an image on photographic paper or film. Unlike modern cameras, there are no settings to adjust or screens to preview your shot. It's just you, the camera, and the world around you.
This minimalist approach encourages a slower, more deliberate way of seeing. Each photograph requires patience, as exposures can range from a few seconds to several minutes. The process itself becomes a form of meditation, helping you to focus on the present moment and appreciate the subtleties of light and shadow.
The Wellbeing Benefits of Pinhole Photography
Mindfulness and Presence: The slow, deliberate nature of pinhole photography fosters mindfulness. It draws your attention to the here and now, reducing stress and promoting a sense of calm.
Creativity and Expression: Pinhole photography invites you to experiment and play. The unexpected results can spark joy and creativity, offering a fresh perspective on the world.
Connection with Nature: Often practiced outdoors, pinhole photography encourages you to explore and connect with natural surroundings, enhancing your sense of wellbeing.
Digital Detox: Stepping away from screens and engaging in a hands-on, analog activity provides a much-needed break from digital overload, contributing to better mental health.
Upcoming Workshops with Internationally Known Pinhole Photographer Martin Vanners
We are thrilled to announce a series of upcoming pinhole photography workshops led by internationally known pinhole photographer Martin Vanners (The Netherlands), and Jen Cohen, a Port Townsend pinhole enthusiast. These workshops offer a rare opportunity to learn from masters of the craft, right here in our local community. Choose from amongst 7 workshops at Northwind Art. Participants will bring home beautiful one-of-a-kind 4x5 inch prints from each workshop. Spaces are limited, so be sure to sign up soon! For workshop discounts, contact Jen: therawartcollective@gmail.com.
Example pinhole photos: @martin_vanners @pinsta_camera @pinstafanatics
Workshop Highlights:
Introduction to Pinhole Photography: Learn the basics of pinhole photography, from camera construction to developing your own images.
Pinsta Camera: Learn how to use a Pinsta, an all-in-one pinhole camera and darkroom with a worldwide cult following. Fun fact: Port Townsend has more Pinsta owners per capita than anywhere else in the world.
Special Techniques: Dive deeper into creative techniques such as using inclusions in the camera, pre-flashing photographic paper, and experimenting with unconventional developers like seaweed
Mindfulness and Creativity: Experience the meditative aspects of pinhole photography and discover how it can enhance your wellbeing.
Hands-On Practice: Spend time in beautiful outdoor settings, capturing unique images and connecting with fellow pinhole enthusiasts.
Pinhole Photography for Well-Being
Join internationally acclaimed artist and pinhole photographer Martin Vanners for his highly sought after workshop on pinhole photography for well-being. This workshop is open to individuals who own a Pinsta camera. You will be expected to provide all materials (e.g. Pinsta camera, tripod (optional), dark bag, syringes, developer, fixer, water, drying frames) and come prepared for a full three hours of making Pinsta photos in nature. Martin will demonstrate techniques to enhance mindfulness using the Pinsta camera and provide hands on guidance and feedback on composition, exposure, and development. The maximum number of students is 6. The workshop will happen rain or shine. A minimum of 4 people are required to run the workshop.
Location: Crescent Lake. Meet at Lake Crescent Lodge. Workshop will start promptly at 11am and end at 2pm.
Cost: $500
Registration: Payment is required at time of registration. A full refund will be made if workshop does not meet minimum number of participants. Once the minimum number of participants have registered, there will be no refunds unless the workshop is cancelled by the organizer. To register, email therawartcollective@gmail.com. Payment can be made by PayPal, Venmo, or CashApp.
Camera Obscura at Wooden Boat Festival
Experience the magic of Port Townsend’s traveling Camera obscura at this year’s Wooden Boat Festival in Port Townsend, WA. For this event, we will have a special guest, surprise demonstrations and more interactive experiences.
Artist Studio Tour
Connecting arts and community. The 19th annual Port Townsend and Surrounding Areas Studio Tour takes place on Saturday, August 24 from 10am to 6pm. This year’s tour features 59 artists’ studios.
The studio tour offers an opportunity to see inside the life of a working artist and to understand their processes for making art. Information on each artist and a detailed tour map is located at https://www.rawartcollective.org/artiststudiotour.
This year’s tour is sponsored by Raw Art Collective and supported by Northwind Arts & PT Creative District.
Camera Obscura at Interdependence Day Celebration - Finn River
Experience the magic of the Camera Obscura at Chimacum’s 13th Annual Interdependence Day celebration at Finn River.
Camera Obscura at Pope Marine Park
Experience the magic of Port Townsend’s traveling camera obscura at The Production Alliance’s Chautauqua Festival at Pope Marine Park in Port Townsend, WA.
Invitation to Participate in Port Townsend and Surrounding Areas Artist Studio Tour - August 24, 2024
We are inviting you to participate in Port Townsend and Surrounding Areas Art Studio Tour August 24, 2024 10am to 6pm. If you would like to participate, please complete this form and provide payment by June 10, 2024. https://forms.gle/FoUwV6tqFnGfKsJP7
The $40 fee will be used for printing, map making, signage, and confirming your commitment to participate. Your studio will be listed on the Studio Tour map and on our website.
Please feel free to forward the form to other creatives you think may be interested.
Surrounding areas include those locations within 10 miles of downtown Port Townsend for geographical accessibility during the day. Studios in shared workspaces and buildings are also welcome, if the space can be open during studio visit hours.
We will send out an email to participating artists in July to arrange pick up/drop off of signs and for media (Carolyn Lewis).
If you have any questions, please email therawartcollective@gmail.com. In response to community enthusiasm, we are very excited to get studio tours back up and running in Port Townsend and surrounding areas! Thank you, Raw Art Collective, and organizing artists Jen Cohen, Carolyn Lewis, and April Ottey
DISCLAIMER AGREEMENT:
1. Participation in artist studio tour event is entirely voluntary, and all participants assume full responsibility for their actions, including any risks or injuries that may occur during studio visit at their named location.
2. Raw Art Collective and the organizing volunteer artists do not assume any responsibility for art work and are not liable for any damage, loss, theft, or injury related to the studio visit.
3. Raw Art Collective and the organizing volunteer artists are not responsible for any violations committed by individuals during the artist studio tour.
4. Participants agree to release Raw Art Collective, its organizers, and volunteers from any liability, claims, demands, or actions arising out of or in connection with the artist studio tour, including but not limited to personal injuries, property damage, or any other harm that may occur during the event.
5. By participating in the artist studio tour event, participants consent to the use of any photographs, videos, or other media captured for or during the event for promotional purposes, without any expectation of compensation or notification.
6. This liability disclaimer applies to all participants, attendees, volunteers, and any other individuals involved in the artist studio tour event.
By participating in the artist studio tour event, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to this liability disclaimer in its entirety.
Camera Obscura Launch at Point Wilson Lighthouse
Join us for the launch of Port Townsend’s first traveling Camera obscura in celebration of Worldwide Pinhole Day!
The event will also serve as a fundraiser for the Point Wilson Lighthouse, with all proceeds going towards the installation of a new roof.
Experience a day of wonder and inspiration, with hands-on demonstrations, guided tours of the Camera obscura, and opportunities for visitors to create their own pinhole photographs.
Date April 28: 10am-4pm
Location: Point Wilson Lighthouse, Port Townsend, WA
Port Townsend’s Camera obscura trailer is a creative collaboration brought to you by Brian Goodman, David Ehnebuske, Dakota Hankin, and Jen Cohen.
Launch of Port Townsend's Traveling Camera Obscura and Fundraiser for Point Wilson Lighthouse
Date: April 28, 10am-4pm
Location: Point Wilson Lighthouse, Port Townsend, WA
Event: Join us for the launch of Port Townsend’s first traveling camera obscura in celebration of Worldwide Pinhole Day*!
The event is a fundraiser for the Point Wilson Lighthouse, with all proceeds going towards the installation of a new roof for the landmark.
Experience a day of wonder and inspiration, with hands-on demonstrations, guided tours of the camera obscura, and opportunities for visitors to create their own pinhole photographs.
Port Townsend’s camera obscura trailer is a creative collaboration brought to you by Brian Goodman, photographer, David Ehnebuske, artist and engineer, Dakota Hankin, creative jack of all trades, and Jen Cohen, pinhole photographer.
To book community, educational or private events or for more info, contact therawartcollective@gmail.com or reach out directly to Brian, Dave, Dakota or Jen.
Thank you @omgmw @uslhs
**About Worldwide Pinhole Photography Day:**
Worldwide Pinhole Photography Day is an international event that celebrates the art and science of pinhole photography. Held annually on the last Sunday in April, the day encourages people around the world to experience the joy of creating images with homemade pinhole cameras.
Outtakes | Art Fair @ Brigid's Loft Port Townsend
Event Details: The Outtakes small art fair is back! This year we are focusing on the beauty of artistic iterations, art that never quite made it to the gallery for one reason or another, overstock, experiments, happy accidents, imperfections, and the raw, unfiltered expressions of our talented artists. All art accepted. No commissions - 100% of proceeds from sales of art go to artists. Refreshments and fun!
DATE and TIME: Saturday, November 4, 2023, 5pm-8pm
LOCATION: Brigid’s Loft – 280 Quincy St, Port Townsend, WA 98368 (located above Bazaar Girls Yarn Shop)
SUBMISSION DEADLINE: 11/2/2023
CALL FOR ARTISTS: Calling all artists, all ages, both emerging and established, to showcase your small “Outtakes”. Whether it’s those preliminary sketches, discarded drafts, ghost prints, experiments, art stacking up in your studio over the years, or art that never quite made it to the gallery for one reason or another, we want to celebrate the beauty of creativity. Any 2 or 3 dimensional piece, less than ~ 17 inches in any direction (we won’t measure), and priced $100 or less. All media and styles are welcome. No need to frame pieces. Artwork will be displayed on table tops. All art work accepted! Limit 5 pieces per artist. Submit early.
HOW TO SUBMIT: Email therawartcollective@gmail.com by midnight 11/2/2023 and include the following information: 1) your name and contact info; 2) brief description of pieces, medium, and sizes; 3) digital photo(s) of pieces; 4) prices; and 5) whether you will be attending the event or would like us to sell (no fee) on your behalf. We will provide an email confirmation of receipt.
PHYSICAL CREATIONS: All physical creations to be tagged/labelled with artist name, contact information, sales price, and dropped off at Brigid’s Loft between noon and 3pm on Saturday, November 4, 2023 unless arranged otherwise with us.
All unsold pieces must be picked up at the end of the event (8pm) or at Brigid’s Loft between 10am and 12pm on Sunday, November 5, 2023 unless arranged otherwise with us.
Artists can either be available at the event to sell their own work or we can sell on their behalf (no fee). Let us know your preference.
DISCLAIMER AGREEMENT: Work is submitted at the risk of the artist. While all possible care will be taken, Raw Art Collective, its members, or representatives, will not assume responsibility for any loss or damage incurred before, during, or after the fair. Your submission signifies your agreement with the terms and conditions stated, including granting permission to Raw Art Collective to reproduce images of creations for advertising.
CALLING ALL ART ENTHUSIASTS AND PATRONS!: Join us in appreciating the unconventional and the unexpected at the Outtakes art fair. One night only! November 4, 5-8pm, Brigid’s Loft, Port Townsend. Your presence and support make this event even more special. Get ready for fun and to explore the untamed creativity that goes into every masterpiece. Purchase art and take it with you! No commissions on sales. All proceeds go to artists.
CONTACT: therawartcollective@gmail.com
No commissions on sales.
The Walking Gallery - September 23 - Port Townsend
Event Details: The Walking Gallery - Port Townsend
Date and Time: Saturday September 23, 2023, 4:30-6:30pm
Location: Rotary Park to Pope Marine Park via Water Street, Port Townsend, Washington
About the Walking Gallery:
“The walking gallery is the brain child of Catalan artist, Jose Puig. One day, moving his paintings to a studio, he had an idea. Why only show in galleries? Why should we wait? Why not free our art and show it to the unexpected viewer?
Let’s take to the streets and transform them into galleries! And so, the walking gallery was created. No paperwork, no competition, no elimination, no selection processes, no fees. Just you and your art, side by side with other artists of all paths, styles and interests.
Bring your art. Strap it, carry it, wheel it, wear it, play it. Release it to the winds, free it.
Together we walk. Art and artist as ONE.”
Call for All Artists/Creatives: Everyone is welcome! Join us for the 2nd Port Townsend Walking Gallery. Come walk or roll with us. Bring your art. Paintings, Drawings, Sculpture, Jewelry, Furniture, Photographs, Collages, Wearable Art, Music, Circus, Cosplay, Poetry, Written Word, Solo Acoustic Music, etc. Strap it, carry it, wheel it, wear it, fly it…It’s simple, it’s free, it’s POWERFUL.
Our mission is to: Inspire, tease, provoke thought, expose, gather, unlock spaces, energize, invite, liberate, shine light. Our only ask is that work is your own creation, legally permissible, and appropriate for all ages.
Intention - Walk for walking with no desire of outcome. With no monetary desire at the end. Walk to release your art and connect with the unexpected viewer. Walk with pride and intention. Our bodies, the walls of a gallery.
To participate in the Walking Gallery: Please read the disclaimer below and RSVP here: https://pp.events/avb5Apql. If you have any questions, reach out to us at therawartcollective@gmail.com.
Walking Gallery September 23rd Logistics: We will convene at 4:00pm on Saturday September, 2023 at Rotary Park (next to PT-Coupeville Ferry dock), meet each other, go through basic expectations, and happenings along the way.
Please be punctual! 4:30pm - WE WALK!
We will line up behind our leader and guide, Thais Oliveira, and begin the walk down Water Street towards Pope Marine Park.
We will stop at Tyler Plaza where we will energize and activate the space with our presence. We will rest and give the public a chance to interact.
We continue down Water Street to our final destination at Pope Marine Park. There we gather, we show, we interact with our audience.
As a finale, we will have a surprise creative activity where we invite the public to participate and mingle.
If you are a performing artist, both the stops are your chance to shine. This is where we can have short performances (5 minutes max) like spoken word, jugglers, dancers, and a one-person acoustic band/music.
Walking Route from Rotary Park to Pope Marine Park via Water Street
DISCLAIMER AGREEMENT:
Participation in the event is entirely voluntary, and all participants assume full responsibility for their actions, including any risks or injuries that may occur during the event.
Raw Art Collective does not assume any responsibility for the artwork displayed or worn by the artists during the walking art gallery. Raw Art Collective is not liable for any damage, loss, theft, or injury related to the artwork or its presentation.
Participants understand and accept that the event takes place in a public space and agree to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines. Raw Art Collective is not responsible for any violations committed by individuals during the event.
Participants agree to release Raw Art Collective, its organizers, and volunteers from any liability, claims, demands, or actions arising out of or in connection with the event, including but not limited to personal injuries, property damage, or any other harm that may occur during the event.
By participating in the walking art gallery event, participants consent to the use of any photographs, videos, or other media captured during the event for promotional purposes by Raw Art Collective, without any expectation of compensation or notification.
This liability disclaimer applies to all participants, attendees, artists, volunteers, and any other individuals involved in the walking art gallery event.
Any disputes arising from or in connection with this disclaimer shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Jefferson County, Washington, USA.
By participating in the event, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to this liability disclaimer in its entirety.
QUESTIONS/CONTACT: Please email us if you have any questions about logistics, appropriateness of art, or anything else that is on your mind: therawartcollective@gmail.com.
Pinsta Pinhole Camera Workshop
📷 Embark on a magical journey with a Pinsta pinhole camera workshop.*
Join us on Friday September 22nd in Port Townsend, WA. 11am-6pm stay for as little or as long as you’d like. See schedule below. No photography experience required. 4 spots available
Cost: $150 including all supplies and use of a Pinsta camera. If you have your own Pinsta camera, there is no cost to attend (a la carte supplies and accessories (e.g. changing bag, photo paper, tripod, developer) available for a fee). All proceeds support Raw Art Collective.
Register: Email Jen pinstafanatics@gmail.com by Thursday September 21 at 5pm Pacific Time.
Location: central Port Townsend location provided after confirmation of workshop payment.
🪞 Discover the enchantment of capturing moments through a simple hole in a box.
🌄 Be Present: Step away from the hustle and bustle of digital life and immerse yourself in the beauty of the present moment. With a pinhole camera, each shot becomes a mindful experience, requiring your full attention to the world around you.
📦 Beauty in Simplicity: The pinhole camera is a testament to the beauty of simplicity. No complicated settings, no lenses—just a humble box with a hole. It's a reminder that true beauty often lies in the simplest of things.
🌈 Feel Free: In this workshop, you'll liberate your creativity. The Pinsta camera's infinite possibilities allow you to explore light, patterns, and textures mindfully, resulting in unique, dreamlike images that reflect your inner calm.
Join us on this journey and unlock the secrets of the Pinsta pinhole camera. Immerse yourself in the art of pinhole photography with a meditative twist, and let the magic unfold before your eyes. 🌠✨
*this is not a technical pinhole or photography class. Feel free to confer with google and other resources based on your interests.
Schedule:
11am-1pm: we will learn to use Pinsta camera and make caffenol developer from coffee and vitamin c.
1pm-2pm lunch (bring your own or one of the local establishments)
2pm-5pm Experience the magic of Pinsta making photos. Expect to make 2-3 photos.
5pm-6pm Reconvene for a happy hour and share images and experiences.
Resources:
Examples Pinsta photos
About pinhole history
About Pinsta camera
The Walking Gallery - Port Townsend
Event Details: The Walking Gallery - Port Townsend
Date and Time: Saturday August 5, 2023, 5-7pm
Location: Rotary Park to Pope Marine Park via Water Street, Port Townsend, Washington
About the Walking Gallery: Brought to Port Townsend by Thais Oliveira!
“The walking gallery is the brain child of Catalan artist, Jose Puig. One day, moving his paintings to a studio, he had an idea. Why only show in galleries? Why should we wait? Why not free our art and show it to the unexpected viewer?
Let’s take to the streets and transform them into galleries! And so, the walking gallery was created. No paperwork, no competition, no elimination, no selection processes, no fees. Just you and your art, side by side with other artists of all paths, styles and interests.
Bring your art. Strap it, carry it, wheel it, wear it, play it. Release it to the winds, free it.
Together we walk. Art and artist as ONE.”
Call for All Artists/Creatives: Everyone is welcome! Join us for the inaugural Port Townsend Walking Gallery. Come walk or roll with us. Bring your art. Paintings, Drawings, Sculpture, Jewelry, Furniture, Photographs, Collages, Wearable Art, Music, Circus, Cosplay, Poetry, Written Word, Solo Acoustic Music, etc. Strap it, carry it, wheel it, wear it, fly it…It’s simple, it’s free, it’s POWERFUL.
Our mission is to: Inspire, tease, provoke thought, expose, gather, unlock spaces, energize, invite, liberate, shine light. Our only ask is that work is your own creation, legally permissible, and appropriate for all ages.
Intention - Walk for walking with no desire of outcome. With no monetary desire at the end. Walk to release your art and connect with the unexpected viewer. Walk with pride and intention. Our bodies, the walls of a gallery.
To participate in the Walking Gallery: Please read the disclaimer below and RSVP here: https://pp.events/aj0LkQEb by August 3rd. If you have any questions, reach out to us at therawartcollective@gmail.com.
Walking Gallery August 5th Logistics: We will convene at 5:00pm on Saturday August 5th, 2023 at Rotary Park (next to PT-Coupeville Ferry dock), meet each other, go through basic expectations, and happenings along the way.
Please be punctual! 5:30pm - WE WALK!
We will line up behind our leader and guide, Thais Oliveira, and begin the walk down Water Street towards Pope Marine Park.
We will stop at Tyler Plaza where we will energize and activate the space with our presence. We will rest and give the public a chance to interact.
We continue down Water Street to our final destination at Pope Marine Park. There we gather, we show, we interact with our audience.
As a finale, we will have a surprise creative activity where we invite the public to participate and mingle.
If you are a performing artist, both the stops are your chance to shine. This is where we can have short performances (5 minutes max) like spoken word, jugglers, and a one-person acoustic band/music.
Walking Route from Rotary Park to Pope Marine Park via Water Street
DISCLAIMER AGREEMENT:
Participation in the event is entirely voluntary, and all participants assume full responsibility for their actions, including any risks or injuries that may occur during the event.
Raw Art Collective does not assume any responsibility for the artwork displayed or worn by the artists during the walking art gallery. Raw Art Collective is not liable for any damage, loss, theft, or injury related to the artwork or its presentation.
Participants understand and accept that the event takes place in a public space and agree to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines. Raw Art Collective is not responsible for any violations committed by individuals during the event.
Participants agree to release Raw Art Collective, its organizers, and volunteers from any liability, claims, demands, or actions arising out of or in connection with the event, including but not limited to personal injuries, property damage, or any other harm that may occur during the event.
By participating in the walking art gallery event, participants consent to the use of any photographs, videos, or other media captured during the event for promotional purposes by Raw Art Collective, without any expectation of compensation or notification.
This liability disclaimer applies to all participants, attendees, artists, volunteers, and any other individuals involved in the walking art gallery event.
Any disputes arising from or in connection with this disclaimer shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Jefferson County, Washington, USA.
By participating in the event, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to this liability disclaimer in its entirety.
QUESTIONS/CONTACT: Please email us if you have any questions about logistics, appropriateness of art, or anything else that is on your mind: therawartcollective@gmail.com.
Dogs of Port Townsend Tiny Photo Exhibit @ The Guardhouse at Fort Worden
Event Details: Dogs of Port Townsend Tiny Photo Exhibit
Free, Open to the Public, All Ages, Community Art
DATE and TIME: Guardhouse Hours of Operation
LOCATION: The Guardhouse– Fort Worden Historical State Park – 300 Eisenhower Ave, Port Townsend, WA 98368
TO BE FEATURED: Send digital vertical pics of dogs spotted out and about in Port Townsend with dog’s name. Raw Art Collective will print on tiny (2x3 inch) Instax paper.
HOW TO SUBMIT: Send digital image(s) by email to therawartcollective@gmail.com or dogsofporttownsend@gmail.com or tag/DM either @dogsofporttownsend or @therawartcollective on Instagram.
DISCLAIMER AGREEMENT: Work is submitted at the risk of the person submitting entry and must be legally permissable. Due to volume of submissions and tiny size of prints, dogs and photographers names will not be shown. Raw Art Collective, its members, or representatives, will not assume any responsibility for the work. Your submission signifies your agreement with the terms and conditions stated, including granting permission to Raw Art Collective and Fort Worden Hospitality to reproduce submitted images for advertising, commercial purposes, and for future appearances of the Tiny Photo exhibit (locations to be announced).
SPONSORS: Dogs of Port Townsend and Raw Art Collective
SUPPORTER: Fort Worden Hospitality Community Events
CONTACT: therawartcollective@gmail.com
Port Townsend Dog Photo Wall @ The Dog Gaze Exhibit Happy Hour
Event Details: Join us to celebrate the last days of The Dog Gaze Exhibit (running through the end of May 2023) at Reveille Cafe. We will be featuring a super lo-fi wall of tiny photographs of dogs spotted in and around the surrounding areas of Port Townsend. To be featured, submit a digital vertical photo of a Port Townsend or surrounding area dog for the wall by 6pm on May 15th. We will print.
Free, Open to the Public, All Ages, No-Host Bar.
DATE and TIME: Wednesday, May 17, 2023 5pm-7pm
LOCATION: Reveille Café– Fort Worden Historical State Park – 300 Eisenhower Ave, Port Townsend, WA 98368
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION of Digital Dog Photo(s): 6pm 5/15/2023
CALL FOR DOG PHOTOGRAPHS: Seeking your legally permissible digital vertical Port Townsend Dog photographs that Raw Art Collective will print on tiny (2x3 inch) Instax paper. Feel free to submit up to 5 photos. We will select at least one photo from each submitter to be included on the photo wall.
HOW TO SUBMIT: Send digital image(s) by email to therawartcollective@gmail.com or dogsofporttownsend@gmail.com or tag/DM either @dogsofporttownsend or @therawartcollective on Instagram by 6pm on May 15th, 2023. Digital photos will be printed by Raw Art Collective on 2x3 Instax paper.
DISCLAIMER AGREEMENT: Work is submitted at the risk of the person submitting entry and must be legally permissable. Due to volume of submissions and tiny size of prints, dogs and photographers names may not be shown. Raw Art Collective, its members, or representatives, will not assume any responsibility for the work. Your submission signifies your agreement with the terms and conditions stated, including granting permission to Raw Art Collective and Fort Worden Hospitality to reproduce submitted images for advertising, commercial purposes, and for future appearances of the Port Townsend Dog Wall exhibit (locations to be announced).
SPONSORS of DOGS OF PORT TOWNSEND TINY PHOTO WALL: Dogs of Port Townsend and Raw Art Collective. Supported by Fort Worden Hospitality Community Events.
CONTACT: therawartcollective@gmail.com
PT Community Pinhole Photo Project - Summer 2023 Call for Participants
Event Details: You are invited to participate in a community pinhole photo project. Remember making pinhole cameras when you were a kid? The magic of poking a hole in an oatmeal container, adding a piece of photographic paper, sealing it up, and leaving the camera outside for days, and coming back to find a photo?!
You do not need to be a photographer or have any experience with pinhole cameras to participate. No need for a darkroom.
It’s a jam! We love the inexpensive, minimalist, otherworldly, surprise and unexpected elements of pinhole photography. We encourage fun, happy accidents, imperfections, and collaborations!
There is no cost to participate in the community project and it’s open to all. We will take photos with our pinhole cameras (homemade, purchased, or provided by Raw Art Collective) between April 30 and August 30, 2023.
CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS: Seeking humans with a connection to PT to participate in a community pinhole photo project. Please complete the participant registration form below. Submit up to 10 images of your original pinhole photographs. We will select at least one image from each submitter to be included in the virtual Raw Art Collective gallery. No Fee. Open to All.
TYPES OF PINHOLE CAMERAS: You can make your own analog or digital pinhole camera (here is an example of an easy to make pinhole camera; or here), purchase one, share amongst friends, or use one of ours. If you’d like to use one of ours, please contact us to coordinate pick-up and see directions for use below.
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION OF DIGITAL IMAGES: 8/30/23
HOW TO SUBMIT: Send up to 10 digital image(s) by email to therawartcollective@gmail.com or via direct message to @therawartcollective on Instagram by August 30, 2023. Please include the following information:
Your name & contact information
Photo location(s)
Digital image(s) of your pinhole camera(s)
Digital image(s) of your pinhole photo(s)
Exhibit: Digital images of the winning entry will be displayed in the virtual Raw Art Collective gallery.
DISCLAIMER AGREEMENT: Work is submitted at the risk of the person submitting entry and must be legally permissable. Raw Art Collective, its members, or representatives, will not assume any responsibility for the work. Your submission signifies your agreement with the terms and conditions stated, including granting permission to Raw Art Collective to reproduce submitted images for advertising and commercial purposes with photo credit. All proceeds go to support community art projects and events.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE OF OUR CAMERAS: We will provide “cameras” made from either altoid tins, film canisters, or cans to produce “solargraphs”, a type of long exposure pinhole photos.
The cameras will be pre-loaded with photographic paper. Find a place to set your camera for a 2-4 week exposure, “photo”, where it will be secure.
We include a tie to secure your camera to a post/other but you can use any clamps, rubber bands, tape, etc. Just be sure that you don’t cover the pinhole.
Once secured, remove the electrical tape that is covering the hole.
Depending on how sunny it has been, collect your camera sometime in the next month. Remove the photo paper from the camera and immediately take a digital photo of the paper, “negative”, with your cell phone or other camera. Feel free to invert and enhance your digital photo in any photo editing software or send to us as is.
The paper will continue to expose in light. If you’d like to keep your “negative”, put it in a light proof place.
You are welcome to keep your camera and re-load with photographic paper for additional exposures.
Pinhole photography is experimental and lots of things can happen in a long exposure (e.g. camera can move, water or light can get it, placement of camera, sun exposure) that create beautiful and unexpected images or no images at all.
CONTACT: therawartcollective@gmail.com
Covert Photography Show @ Taps at the Guardhouse Fort Worden Historical Park
Event Details: Covert-Themed Photography Show at Taps at Fort Worden. One night only. Free, Open to the Public, All Ages, No-Host Bar.
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DATE and TIME: Saturday, February 11, 2023 6pm-9pm
LOCATION: Taps at the Guardhouse – Fort Worden Historical State Park – 300 Eisenhower Ave, Port Townsend, WA 98368
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS: 2/2/2023
CALL FOR PHOTOGRAPHS: Seeking your legally permissible original digital covert- themed photographs that Raw Art Collective will print on paper for the one night show.
co·vert | adjective /ˈkōvərt, kōˈvərt/ not openly acknowledged or displayed. similar words: secret, furtive, clandestine, surreptitious, stealthy, cloak-and-dagger, hole-and corner, behind-the-scenes, sly, sneaky, hidden, concealed, undercover, hush-hush.
Please no identifiable humans.
Photos can be doctored/photoshopped/filtered with any software.
Submissions limited to 5 per person. Include a title for your photograph(s) and up to 1 sentence about either process, description of content, or general location.
HOW TO SUBMIT: Submit a legally permissible original digital image, title of photograph, and brief (1 sentence max) statement about the photograph, your name or pseudonym/alias, by email to therawartcollective@gmail.com by 2/2/2023. Submissions are also accepted via direct message on Instagram @therawartcollective.
ACCEPTED CREATIONS: All accepted digital photographs will be printed by Raw Art Collective for the Covert Photography Show on February 11, 2023. The unique prints will be available, for one night only, via the Raw Art Collective storefront, with a $5 direct donation to Center Valley Animal Rescue on their website. At the end of the event, any unclaimed prints will be recycled. Raw Art Collective has no affiliation with Center Valley Animal Rescue. Raw Art Collective is collecting no money for this event either through bar sales or donations.
PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD: Attendees will vote on their favorite covert-themed photographs. Prizes will be announced on our website and @therawartcollective.
DISCLAIMER AGREEMENT: Work is submitted at the risk of the person submitting entry and must be legally permissable. Raw Art Collective, its members, or representatives, will not assume any responsibility for the work. Your submission signifies your agreement with the terms and conditions stated, including granting permission to Raw Art Collective and Fort Worden Hospitality to reproduce submitted images for advertising. Raw Art Collective has no affiliation with Center Valley Animal Rescue.
SPONSOR: Raw Art Collective. Supported by Fort Worden Hospitality Community Events.
Additional Community Supporters: Propolis Brewing, Bazaar Girls, Rust & Relic, Printery.
CONTACT: therawartcollective@gmail.com
Thank you to the 56 featured Covert Photographers!
Etta Jessica | Adam Batten | Allan J Jones | Allan Merralls | Allie Stelzner | Anna Moore | Annie Karl | Anonymous | Anonymous | Art Greenlee | Betsy Carlson | Bill Dane | Burt Norville | Carolyn Lewis | Claire Lewis | Dakota H. | Dan Torpey | Doralice Handal | G. Lamson | g. Ben Cohen | Hillary Kleeb | J. Hadary | J. Cohen | Jeff Eichen | Jeff Sweet | Jim Arrabito | Johanna King | Julie Miles | Karen King | Katie McClymonds | Kerri Hartman | Lisa Leporati | Luca Yearian | Lynn Sorensen | Mac Little | Maria Melito | Matt Gurney | Max Allworth-Miles | Melissa Bixby | Moffet Zoe Atcheson | Natalie Maitland | Tyler Maitland | Pam Bauer | phi!ip james shaw | Randy Allworth | Robbie Clay | S. Hadary | Sarah Ludlum | Sharon Rader | Stephen Neathery | Tim Hylas | Zack Skogen-Acevedo | Zookie | Moses Dane | Rowan R Halpin
Covert Photo Show 02.11.23: Gallery of Featured Photographs
Wildlife Photo Booth: Covert Photo Show 02.11.23 Taps @ Fort Worden
People’s Choice Awards: Lisa Leporati for “Fairies in the Garden” and Melissa Bixby for “Natural Habitat”.
Bar Art Show @ Taps at the Guardhouse Fort Worden Historical Park
Event Details: We love Taps! We thought it would be fun to use the space for one fun night to celebrate the bar and impromptu creativity with our Port Townsend community. Free, Open to the Public, All Ages, No-Host Bar.
DATE and TIME: Saturday, September 10, 2022, 5pm-8pm
LOCATION: Taps at the Guardhouse – Fort Worden Historical State Park – 300 Eisenhower Ave, Port Townsend, WA 98368
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS: 8/30/2022
CALL FOR CREATIVES: Homage to the bar. Whether you identify as an artist or not. Whether you are formally trained as an artist or not. Seeking impromptu small (less than 6x6x6 inches) creations in any visual medium or genre. Anything you’ve created related to a bar or in a bar goes. Examples include doodles, drawings, paper-folding, smart phone photographs, polaroids, AI drawings, paper napkins, coasters, receipts, match books, sugar packets, corks, bottle caps, can tabs, stir sticks, menus, cans, bottles, etc.
HOW TO SUBMIT: Submit a digital image of your creation, and brief (100 word max) statement about the piece or title of piece by email to therawartcollective@gmail.com by 8/30/2022.
ACCEPTED CREATIONS: All accepted physical creations to be tagged/labelled with artist name (or anonymous), name of piece (if any), contact information, and sales price (if for sale).
All works need to arrive by September 8th. Please email us to arrange local drop off or for shipping address.
If you would like work returned to you, please either include a self-addressed stamped envelope, or pre-arrange local pick-up.
DISCLAIMER AGREEMENT: Work is submitted at the risk of the artist. While all possible care will be taken, Raw Art Collective, its members, or representatives, will not assume responsibility for any loss or damage incurred before, during, or after the exhibit. Your submission signifies your agreement with the terms and conditions stated, including granting permission to Raw Art Collective and Fort Worden to reproduce images of creations for advertising.
SPONSOR: Raw Art Collective. Supported by Fort Worden Community Events.
CONTACT: therawartcollective@gmail.com
No commissions on sales.
Featured Artists: Lee Katzenbach - C.W. Sawyer - Burl Norville - Panya Cao - Maria Melito - Machelle Johnson - Victoria Foster Harrison - Thea Wrenn - Erika Wurm - Annalise Brasil - Wendy Erickson - Lynette Rutherford - Clarice Odell - Karen King - Mariah Vane - Sandee Johnson - Ben Cohen - Sruti Raj - James Arrabito - Matt Gurney - Carolyn Lewis - Norma Jean Straw - Susan Roseman - Michelle Hagewood - Madeline Mauro - the dog gaze
