Digital Photography

This is an introductory course where students learn about the
camera as an artistic and communicative tool. The department
has 17 DSLR cameras available for student use. Students learn
about the technical aspects of the camera such as shutter speeds
and aperture to create engaging images. In addition, they use
portions of the Adobe Creative Suite-- specifically Photoshop—to
enhance the narrative elements of their images. They will learn a
wide range of skills leading to developing work that features, light,
timing, and composition to express themselves as artists. Students
develop an artistic understanding of photography as a means of
communication. Student work is assessed on composition, use of
class-time, craftsmanship, and creative solutions and graded from
the art department website. The curriculum allows for students
to work independently and collaboratively whereas each student
prepares a portfolio of work to be exhibited. Class size is limited to
17.