{"product_id":"cpb-darkroom-community-days","title":"CPB Darkroom: Community Days","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCPB Darkroom operates as a shared community space. There may be other practitioners working during your slot. We request that all users be respectful and adhere to darkroom etiquette at all times.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    1.    The lab rental fee is ₹1000 for a 4-hour slot. This includes access to our home-brew chemistry. Specialty chemicals and additional consumables will be charged separately at cost per unit.\u003cbr\u003e    2.    Community Day is intended for independent practice. While the CPB team will be present, this is not a teaching session. Participants are expected to work autonomously.\u003cbr\u003e    3.    If you require additional support, a Lab Assistant may be booked (subject to availability) at ₹1000 per hour. Please note that assistants provide technical support but will not conduct the process or offer full instruction.\u003cbr\u003e    4.    Full payment for lab and assistant fees must be made at the time of booking confirmation.\u003cbr\u003e    \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe look forward to hosting you in a respectful and collaborative darkroom environment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the CPB Community Darkroom\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are at a pivotal moment in photographic history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith the rise of AI-generated imagery, the sanctity and materiality of the photograph are being redefined. In response, the CPB Community Darkroom was established as a hub for the practice, research, and revival of analogue photography in all its forms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe darkroom supports a wide range of interests — from traditional film printing to alternative processes — and welcomes artists, students, and enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur initiatives include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegular introductory and g\u003c\/span\u003euided instruction on contact printing and enlargement techniques\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eResearch and experimentation in analogue processes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003ePhotographic paper and printing chemistry provided for practice prints\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1480\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1480\"\u003eUse of enlargers, timers, and necessary darkroom tools\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1481\" data-end=\"1526\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1483\" data-end=\"1526\"\u003eOne final set of fine prints to take home\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1527\" data-end=\"1594\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1594\"\u003eParticipation in an impromptu group exhibition on the final day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"81\" data-end=\"106\"\u003eCancellation Policy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"108\" data-end=\"386\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"108\" data-end=\"207\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"110\" data-end=\"207\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"110\" data-end=\"132\"\u003eFull Refund (100%)\u003c\/strong\u003e: For cancellations made at least \u003cstrong data-start=\"166\" data-end=\"187\"\u003e14 days (2 weeks)\u003c\/strong\u003e before the event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"208\" data-end=\"303\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"210\" data-end=\"303\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"210\" data-end=\"245\"\u003e50% Refund or 100% Store Credit\u003c\/strong\u003e: For cancellations made \u003cstrong data-start=\"270\" data-end=\"283\"\u003e7–13 days\u003c\/strong\u003e before the event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"304\" data-end=\"386\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"386\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"319\"\u003eNo Refund\u003c\/strong\u003e: For cancellations made less than \u003cstrong data-start=\"354\" data-end=\"364\"\u003e7 days\u003c\/strong\u003e prior to the event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"388\" data-end=\"425\"\u003eEvent Cancellation\/Rescheduling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"426\" data-end=\"555\"\u003eIf CPB Darkroom must cancel or reschedule due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances, you will receive a \u003cstrong data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"552\"\u003efull refund\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CPB Foundation","offers":[{"title":"May 2nd 2026","offer_id":44511014781011,"sku":null,"price":1000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"May 23rd 2026","offer_id":44511014813779,"sku":null,"price":1000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"June 6th 2026","offer_id":44511016681555,"sku":null,"price":1000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0103\/0317\/6755\/files\/Instagramposts_4b679e42-c9e0-4d97-936b-7b488a557cd2.jpg?v=1776684595","url":"https:\/\/shop.chennaiphotobiennale.com\/products\/cpb-darkroom-community-days","provider":"CPB Foundation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}