Photography - Debbie Cooke, Instructor

Photogrpahy - Debbie Cooke, Instructor
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Description

This course is designed to be an introductory experience in black-and-white photography. Emphasis will be placed on using photography as an artistic medium and a vehicle for self-expression. Assignments will encourage creative thinking as well as support the development of basic technical skill in camera and darkroom operation.

Classes consist of lectures and demonstrations, class discussions, individual and group critiques, and occasional field trips. In addition to work in the classroom, students will be required to do additional assignments including research outside of class in their sketchbooks.

In order to be admitted to this course, a student must interview, present samples of previous work, and submit an academic transcript. Students must provide their own cameras. Completely automatic cameras are inappropriate. Cameras must be manually adjustable in terms of focus, aperture, and shutter speed.

Upon completion of this course, students will:

> demonstrate a thorough understanding of camera mechanics

> understand the use of equipment such as meters, tripods, and filters

> be able to determine proper exposure

>demonstrate ability in film development, enlarging and use of printing controls

> be able to mount and present work appropriately

> be able to critique own work as well as the work of others

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