I have been a photographic artist and educator for 45 years. I am now looking back at years of wonderful students that enriched my life, but also looking forward to "Me" time to continue my work in mordançage, carbon printing and all things that feel like watery abstractions. Going forward I am open to lecturing, exhibiting and playing creatively. Maybe I have one more book in my heart.

I've gone from teaching on six continents 20-30 weeks a year to about 6 weeks in 2023, my final season. I have been blessed with the many connections I have made. I can't give it up entirely, but I am retiring from workshops with occasional retreats or photographic tours still in the future. Inquire. There is something so special about the group experience of sharing creatively with others, especially with alumni, when you can be away from it all in a special place. ( I will always entertain offers in exotic locations:)

Private workshops at my Oakland studio for one or two people on mordançage can be scheduled for 2-3 days. You will leave with everything I know and have spent more than 30 years perfecting. Please inquire about pricing and possibilities eopalenik@mac.com

The pandemic in 2020 has changed so much of our world, but creative people still desire creative outlets and community. We are all missing that, including me. Please inquire or ask to be on my impromptu lists in case I decide to organize an impromptu class or photo sharing evening. Private consultations if you are working on a project are also possible. Email is still how I respond best and I would love to hear from you.

Meanwhile, embrace yourself and dream. Thank you all for you have given more than I gave as evident in my pandemic project Workshop Stories: changed through photography. I am forever grateful.