Please note that The Reach is currently closed for the installation of new exhibitions. Join us for the opening of "Desirée Patterson: Interglacial" and "What Inspires You?" on 27 June from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Past Exhibition

Community Arts Space: The Persistence of Process

Sep 17, 2025
to
Nov 15, 2025
EXHIBITION
Image Credit: Robert Demeter, Detail of Silent Footprints at Crescent Beach, 2024

The Darkroom Group

The Darkroom Group represents a collective of experienced photographers dedicated to preserving the
heritage and practice of traditional film and darkroom practices. Membership ranges from the
Richmond/Vancouver area to the Fraser Valley.

For us, photography is more than just capturing an image; it is a deeply immersive craft. In an era dominated by instant digital imagery, the meticulous nature of traditional photography offers a uniquely rewarding experience. The challenges of finding compelling perspectives, processing film, and crafting gelatin-silver prints or alternative processed prints are what make this art form fulfilling. Photography from our perspective is not about convenience—it is about the journey, the hands-on engagement, and the satisfaction of creating something truly tangible.