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Fluid Mounting Workshop with Jesse Brown

  • Aurora PhotoCenter 1125 East Brookside Avenue, C9 Indianapolis, IN, 46202 United States (map)

February 22, 1-4pm
February 23, 1-4pm optional work session

Registration closes February 19 or when filled

Take your film scanning skills to new heights with this interactive workshop focused on fluid mounting. Perfect for photographers, artists, and archivists, fluid mounting enhances scans with unmatched sharpness, richer tonal depth, and a flawless surface free from dust, scratches, and Newton rings. Whether working with 35mm, medium, or large format negatives, this technique unlocks the full potential of your film, delivering scans ready for exhibition printing or archival preservation.

Through step-by-step guidance, you’ll learn why fluid mounting outperforms traditional dry scanning methods and how to prepare your film, apply mounting fluid, and secure it to the scanner bed. You’ll also delve into advanced scanning software settings to maximize resolution, tonal range, and detail, ensuring your final images meet the highest standards of quality.

This workshop addresses common challenges, offering troubleshooting tips to help you achieve consistent, flawless results. Bring your own negatives to tailor the experience to your work and leave equipped with the expertise and confidence to transform your analog images into stunning digital masterpieces.

Read more about the workshop, and register to attend, by clicking here.

Earlier Event: February 20
Thursday Night Photobook Throwdown