Birthday Party: Photography for Kids
Learn the science and magic of photography at CEPA Gallery’s uniquely educational and entertaining birthday party for children ages 8 and up. With help from one of our CEPA teaching artists, kids will use photographic paper and chemistry to create their own photograms and pinhole camera photographs.
CEPA’s birthday party for up to 10 children includes:
- Unique photographic invitations
- 2 hours of private use of CEPA’s darkroom and the adjoining classroom
- All materials for kids to make and take home their photograms and pinhole camera photographs
Price: $250.00
CEPA Members Save 10%
Be sure to identify yourself as a CEPA Member at the time of booking in order to get the discounted price.
Parents are encouraged to bring any additional supplies and/or decorations for the party. Parents are also responsible for providing all refreshments, and a number of restaurants are conveniently located near CEPA Gallery.
Photogram
What is a Photogram?
Kids will place objects onto photographic paper, expose them to light, and then use photo chemistry to develop the print, magically revealing the image!
What is a Pinhole Camera Photograph?
Kids will make pinhole cameras out of quart paint cans, using photographic paper as film. Weather permitting, the children will take pictures outside, then develop their pictures in the darkroom!
Pinhole Camera Photograph
How to Book Your Birthday Party
Birthday parties must be booked a minimum of 2 weeks in advance. A non-refundable $50 deposit is due at the time of booking. Choose a 2-hour slot from the following days and times:
- Saturdays from 1:00pm–5:00pm
- Sundays from 11:00am–3:00pm
Alternate times (including evenings) can also be accommodated based on room availability.
To book your CEPA birthday party, please call us at (716) 856-2717 or send us a request using the form below.
In today’s increasingly media-inundated culture, CEPA Gallery’s birthday parties provide a truly magical experience, grounded in an artform and techniques that have been practiced for over 150 years . . . so come explore photography with us!
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