2019-2020 Catalog and Student Handbook

ART 240 Basic Photographic Arts

Students are introduced to the fundamentals of art making through the use of basic still photography and contemporary photographic theory. While learning how to capture images using analog and digital cameras, students will investigate the principles of art and composition. Technical skills addressed include the operation of 35mm film and digital SLR cameras, photographic exposure, basic lighting and digital imaging techniques. This course will have a black and white film darkroom element. Unless specifically assigned or approved by the instructor, all images not produced in the darkroom section will be in color. Additional fees apply.

Credits

3

Distribution

Fine Arts - Cognate Area, Artistic Expression