The creative process in photography is studied to develop visual perception and photographic design ability through active participation, photographic exercises, and discussions analyzing student work. Camera is required for course. Option 1: Digital SLR camera with viewfinder, interchangeable lenses, ability to manually adjust focus, aperture, shutter speed and white balance. Option 2: 35mm) film camera with the ability to function in all manual mode.
Fall and Spring.

Black-and-white photography, printing practices, and analysis of student work. Cameras available for checkout through the instructor at no cost or students may use their own 35mm film camera or medium format film camera with the ability to function in all manual mode.
P: Degree-seeking students only. REC: ART 107 and ART 243
Fall and Spring.

Creative applications of digital photography including advanced understanding of digital cameras, photoshop, large format printing and photographic documentation. Cameras available for checkout for at no cost through the instructor or students may use their own digital SLR with the ability to function in full manual mode. Course is repeatable for credit; may be taken 3 times for a total of 9 earned credits.
P: Degree-seeking students only; ART 343.
Fall Only.

Participants identify an area of interest and the problems implied and are directed to appropriate resources. Seminars support production of a major photographic portfolio. Cameras available for checkout for at no cost through the instructor or students may use their own camera of any format appropriate to the direction of their portfolio. Course is repeatable for credit; may be taken 3 times for a total of 9 credits.
P: Degree-seeking students only; ART 344
Fall and Spring.

This course surveys the major historical, technical, conceptual and theoretical movements within the history of fine art photography. Students will learn photography's role in reflecting and shaping the cultural, social, political, economic, and scientific contexts from 5th century B.C.E. to the present.
P: Junior standing
Fall Odd.