ART 1100 Introduction to Digital Photography

3 Hours

This is a beginning level class, starting at and expanding on the basics of DSLR color exposure, processing in Camera RAW, Bridge, and Photoshop as well as the basics of using the scanner as a means of photographic capture. This class will cover the basics of photographic color theory, composition fundamentals in photography, and the applications of color in photography. There will be a strong emphasis on developing the ability to communicate ideas effectively through the photographic medium as well as the ability to talk about photographic works analytically, formally and conceptually. Concentration is on photography as a fine are medium. Students must have a 35 mm DSLR camera with manual controls.