Keep Lakeside Darkroom and Studio Open

Keep Lakeside Darkroom Open: Your Support Matters

WHO WE ARE

Lakeside Darkroom (LKSD) is more than just a darkroom; it’s a Community Interest Company (CIC) with a deeply rooted feminist ethos. Since our inception in August 2022, we’ve dedicated ourselves to creating a safe, comfortable, and empowering learning environment for photography practitioners of all levels. Our commitment to collaboration, experimentation, and embracing mistakes as essential learning opportunities sets us apart.

“When there is a good reason for breaking a rule, do not hesitate to do so.” — Berenice Abbott

At LKSD, we strive to cultivate a space where connection and comfort thrive, allowing practitioners of all genders to fully engage in both group and individual activities. Our feminist principles champion openness, inclusivity, love, collaboration, and intergenerational dialogue. We stand firmly against racism, machoism, colonialism, and any form of discrimination.

WHY WE NEED YOUR HELP

Since opening our doors, LKSD has become a vital hub for analogue photography enthusiasts and a sanctuary for creativity and expression. However, maintaining this unique and inclusive space is challenging. We rely on community support to keep our doors open and continue offering our valuable services and programs.

WHAT YOUR SUPPORT WILL DO

Your contributions will help us:

- Sustain Our Operations: Cover essential expenses such as rent, utilities, and maintenance, ensuring LKSD remains a vibrant and welcoming space for all.

- Expand Our Programs: Develop new workshops and events that promote learning, creativity, and community engagement.

- Upgrade Equipment: Provide our practitioners with the best tools and resources to enhance their learning and creative processes.

- Support Inclusivity Initiatives: Continue our mission of promoting diversity and inclusivity within the photography community, making LKSD a haven for all.

JOIN US IN MAKING A DIFFERENCE

By supporting LKSD, you’re not just keeping a darkroom open; you’re preserving a community space that celebrates creativity, inclusivity, and empowerment. Every donation, no matter how small, makes a significant impact.

Thank you for believing in our vision and helping us continue to provide a supportive environment for analogue photography enthusiasts. Your generosity keeps our mission alive and our community thriving.

Together, we can ensure that Lakeside Darkroom remains a beacon of light for all who seek to explore the art of photography in a safe and inclusive environment.

Donate Now and help us keep the spirit of LKSD alive!

With gratitude,

The Lakeside Darkroom Team