Art 125: Beginning Digital Photography

In Beginning Digital Photography, students will learn the essential operation of a digital SLR camera, principles of design and composition related to the formal photographic image, theory of light and color, as well as basic digital imaging editing skills related to digital photography using Adobe Lightroom & Adobe Photoshop including, but not limited to, tonal range adjustments, color management using color profiles and Camera Raw. Historical precedents in photography and influential photographer practitioners related to fine art photographic images will be addressed during slide lectures and screenings scheduled throughout the semester. Coursework includes digital photography's methodological, historical, and critical thinking foundation. In addition, students will produce a cohesive body of work that will be exhibited in a group show.