ART 2145 Digital Photography I
This is an introductory course for the digital camera. The student will develop skills in pixel-based photographic design and printing. It will cover digital camera operation, photo editing, software, and printing. Development of artistic ideas and concepts is encouraged through theory, criticism, and historical reference. Digital Images will be edited using current Adobe Creative Cloud Software. The student MUST provide their own camera. (2 lect., 4 lab) ARTS
Major Topics
- Elements of Visual Art: line, shape, texture, color/value
- Camera use
- Photographic printing
- Principles of control in photography and printing
- Color theory as it relates to photography
- Aesthetics of photography as art
Outcomes
In order to successfully complete this course, the student will:
1. Identify how the elements of visual arts relate to photography
2. Apply the elements of visual art to their projects
3. Use cameras in a variety of contexts
4. Print photographs
5. Apply the principles of control in all sets of photography
6. Critique their own artwork, as well as that of their fellow students, contemporary, and historical artists from a variety of cultures
7. Analyze the symbiotic relationship between art and a variety of cultures
Other Information
Any information placed here must be adhered to by all instructors:
Evaluation tools must include readings and an oral presentation on a contemporary or historical artists/processes and critiques of individual projects