Welcome to WIFIE
Copyright Belinda Burch
WIFIE is an independent photography group for women living in and around Edinburgh. Members of WIFIE meet to participate in workshops and visit exhibitions. During these informal meetings the group are able to discuss ideas or explore the issues raised by the work of other artists as well as being able to share knowledge, ideas and experiences within the group.
WIFIE provides women with an opportunity to
WIFIE provides women with an opportunity to
- Learn new skills in photography or extend existing skils
- Participate in exhibitions
- To use photography to explore issues relating to gender, power and social politics
- To look at issues which perpetuate exclusion
- To network with other women's projects across Scotland
Latest News
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Darkroom Dates 2013
The darkroom will be available for Wifie members on the following dates in 2013. Sessions will be 6-8pm, every other Wednesday. As these are open sessions we can't guarantee that other members will be there every time. It's best to check beforehand who else is plannin on going. |
May 1st May 15th May 29th June 12th June 26th July 10th |
July 24th August 7th August 21st September 4th September 18th October 2nd |
October 16th October 30th November 13th November 27th December 11th |
Exhibition "Body Image"
To coincide with International Women's Day on Friday 8th March Wifie members have been working on a new exhibition on the theme of 'body image'.
International Women's Day is a global day celebrating the economic, political and social achievements of women past, present and future. In some places like China, Russia, Vietnam and Bulgaria, International Women's Day is a national holiday.
There are currently 233 International Women's Day events across the UK and hundreds more across the world.
You can find out more about International Women's day here
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8-29th March
Tollcross Community Centre
117 Fountainbridge
Free entrance
Mon-Fri 9am-9pm
Sat 10am-1pm
To coincide with International Women's Day on Friday 8th March Wifie members have been working on a new exhibition on the theme of 'body image'.
International Women's Day is a global day celebrating the economic, political and social achievements of women past, present and future. In some places like China, Russia, Vietnam and Bulgaria, International Women's Day is a national holiday.
There are currently 233 International Women's Day events across the UK and hundreds more across the world.
You can find out more about International Women's day here
For links to further information and campaigns click here
8-29th March
Tollcross Community Centre
117 Fountainbridge
Free entrance
Mon-Fri 9am-9pm
Sat 10am-1pm
Leith camera workshop
Wifie members recently had a trip to Leith to do a workshop on taking photographs. It was a bit cloudy that day but we still got some great photographs and learned more about how to get the best from our cameras. To see some of the pictures click here.
Wifie members recently had a trip to Leith to do a workshop on taking photographs. It was a bit cloudy that day but we still got some great photographs and learned more about how to get the best from our cameras. To see some of the pictures click here.
New darkroom location
After some hard work painting and cleaning we now have access to a new darkroom venue at the Arts Complex at Meadowbank. With room for about 7 enlargers, film processing room, meeting space and gallery hire the move is very good for us (although there are some practical issues that still need to be ironed out!) We currently have access on Wednesdays 6-9pm and Sundays 10-1pm but it's best to check with the group who else will be going along first.
The Arts Complex is located at 151 London Road and more information can he found here.
After some hard work painting and cleaning we now have access to a new darkroom venue at the Arts Complex at Meadowbank. With room for about 7 enlargers, film processing room, meeting space and gallery hire the move is very good for us (although there are some practical issues that still need to be ironed out!) We currently have access on Wednesdays 6-9pm and Sundays 10-1pm but it's best to check with the group who else will be going along first.
The Arts Complex is located at 151 London Road and more information can he found here.
Digital editing workshop
With meeting space now available at the Arts Complex we have had our first digital editing workshop. Members each brought their own laptop (or shared with others) and swapped tips and skills on digital photo editing. Some used Photoshop but free software is available online. This was a very useful session and we hope to schedule more!
With meeting space now available at the Arts Complex we have had our first digital editing workshop. Members each brought their own laptop (or shared with others) and swapped tips and skills on digital photo editing. Some used Photoshop but free software is available online. This was a very useful session and we hope to schedule more!
Get Involved
WIFIE is a very mixed group with people of all ages and abilities. Members can work with both digital and black and white photography depending on individual preference. The darkroom is available to members on Wednesday nights at the Arts Complex, Meadowbank where chemicals and facilities are provided but you will need to bring your own paper and negatives (although some paper is available if you're struggling).
There are facilities for developing films and occasional workshops on various photographic techniques such as photograms, sepia, dodging and burning. We can even arrange to loan you a 35mm camera if you don't have your own.
For those preferring digital photography unfortunately we don't have computer facilities available but we do have workshops where people bring (and share) laptops to share knowledge and tips using photoshop as well as free software. Of course digital users can still take part in workshops to expand your knowledge and get involved with exhibitions etc.
Just Contact Us to get in touch if you're interested in joining us. Membership is free and open to women of all ages and abilities!
WIFIE is a very mixed group with people of all ages and abilities. Members can work with both digital and black and white photography depending on individual preference. The darkroom is available to members on Wednesday nights at the Arts Complex, Meadowbank where chemicals and facilities are provided but you will need to bring your own paper and negatives (although some paper is available if you're struggling).
There are facilities for developing films and occasional workshops on various photographic techniques such as photograms, sepia, dodging and burning. We can even arrange to loan you a 35mm camera if you don't have your own.
For those preferring digital photography unfortunately we don't have computer facilities available but we do have workshops where people bring (and share) laptops to share knowledge and tips using photoshop as well as free software. Of course digital users can still take part in workshops to expand your knowledge and get involved with exhibitions etc.
Just Contact Us to get in touch if you're interested in joining us. Membership is free and open to women of all ages and abilities!
