ART 352 Digital Photography

This course explores digital image capture and using color as an aesthetic tool in the hands of the creative commercial or expressive fine art photographer. Students will gain an extensive understanding of RAW file capture, digital workflow and editing, creative camera controls, controlled lighting possibilities and in-depth imaging software skills using PhotoShop, Bridge and Lightroom. Areas of investigation will also include scanning traditional film negatives to incorporate into and with digital captured files, photographic inkjet printing techniques, and the use of creative inkjet printing materials. Historical and contemporary issues related to color photography will also be explored.