Photography I (Spring 2017) (ARTS 2356 - 0006 (11204))

An introduction to basic photographic processes including black and white film processing and printing. The student will examine various aesthetic approaches to photographing as well as some history of photography. This course will emphasize aesthetic aspects of photography such as design and composition, as well as content.

Course Information

ARTS 2356 Spring 2017 (11204) Syllabus

Course Materials

Videos on how darkroom enlargers work Assignment 1 - Photograms How to make a great black and white print Group Darkroom Etiquette Tips Formal Elements and Principles of Art and Design Elements and Principles of Design slideshow Artist Presentation assignment Student Critique How SLR film cameras work Technical Cheat Sheet, f-stop and shutter speeds How to Develop Film Assignment 2: Scavenger Hunt Assignment 3: Sequence Push pull film develop chart How to scan using Epson 2400 Asignment 4: Mimic Assignment 5: Meaning How to take a double exposure

View from the Window at Le Gras, Nicéphore Niépce, circa 1826 (oldest surviving photograph)