ARTS 150 Beginning Digital Photography
This course provides a foundation in creative digital photography for entry-level students and for amateur photographers seeking to improve their knowledge and skills. The topics covered in this course include understanding the camera and its functions, basic visual literacy, a basic introduction to image manipulation using computer software, and the printing of digital photographs. This course is designed for non-photography majors and does not meet the 2D elective requirement in the Visual Art Associate of Arts Degree.
ARTS 150Beginning Digital Photography
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I. General Information
II. Course Specification
Course Type
Program Requirement
Credit Hours Narrative
3 Credits
Semester Contact Hours Lecture
60-70
Semester Contact Hours Lab
60
Grading Method
Letter grade
III. Catalog Course Description
This course provides a foundation in creative digital photography for entry-level students and for amateur photographers seeking to improve their knowledge and skills. The topics covered in this course include understanding the camera and its functions, basic visual literacy, a basic introduction to image manipulation using computer software, and the printing of digital photographs. This course is designed for non-photography majors and does not meet the 2D elective requirement in the Visual Art Associate of Arts Degree.
IV. Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:
- Adjust basic camera settings to acquire desired aesthetic photographic results
- Create basic photograph edits and workflow adjustment layers via Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Bridge
- Articulate their understanding of visual literacy
- Demonstrate basic matting skills
- Demonstrate understanding of image composition
- Complete a meaningful image portfolio
V. Topical Outline (Course Content)
Exploration of idea through the photographic medium
Digital photographic technique through lecture & demonstrations
Understanding basic digital photography software and camera operations
Critique
Educational video and handouts
VI. Delivery Methodologies
Required Assignments
Three photographic projects
Final Portfolio
Required Exams
Critiques on individual presentations
In-class discussions
Midterm reviews
Required Text
Textbook not required. Essays distributed for class discussion at instructor’s discretion in lieu of required text Two USB drives, notebooks, writing utensils, inkjet photo paper, manila envelopes, blank DVD, point & shoot or DSLR digital camera
Specific Course Activity Assignment or Assessment Requirements
Three photographic projects
Final Portfolio
Critiques on individual presentations
In-class discussions
Midterm reviews