A photogram is a photographic image made without a camera by placing objects directly onto the surface of a light-sensitive material such as photographic paper and then exposing it to light. The usual result is a negative shadow image that shows variations in tone that depends upon the transparency of the objects used. Areas of the paper that have received no light appear white; those exposed through transparent or semi-transparent objects appear grey.
The technique is sometimes called "camera less photography" and has been used by many renowned photographers, such as Man Ray. You can read more about the history of photograms and see more photogram examples here.
In July 2014 Margie and Daniel attended an introductory course on photograms offered by the National Art School. Some of our output from this course is included below. It's a fun technique, combining elements photography and art.
