Finding Peace in the Darkroom

Our modern world can be overwhelming, especially in recent times. So much of our world has gone online. While I love aspects of the virtual world such as keeping in touch with loved ones far away, I crave connection with the physical world. Stepping back from things and taking pleasure in doing something that is slow paced by it’s nature. When I feel that disconnect one of my favourite remedies is to spend time in my photographic darkroom. Usually that involves making some art, but if I’m honest it can also involve cleaning and rearranging things. I’ve even been known to simply hide in there, just don’t tell anyone else I do that. Would you like to see what it’s like in there?

Here’s a glimpse…