Photography Department
Course Descriptions
PH 003 — Basic Photography Studio
0 credits; 1 STUDIO hour per week
Co-requisite: PH 103
For Fine Arts students. Students learn the practical applications of digital camera operations and studio lighting techniques.
PH 005 — Photography Studio
0 credits; 1 STUDIO hour per week
Co-requisite: PH 405
For Packaging Design students. Students learn the practical applications of digital camera operations and produce portfolio-quality images of packaging designs.
PH 102 — Intermediate Photography
2 credits; 1 Lecture and 2 STUDIO hours per week
Prerequisite: PH 101 or PH117
For students not majoring in Photography. Students learn advanced camera techniques, using a range of films and developers as well as hand-held flash and continous lighting techniques. They also explore photography outside of the studio setting.
PH 103 — Basic Photography
2 credits
Co-requisite: PH 003
For Fine Arts students. Fundamentals of modern photographic practices inlcuding technical, aesthetic camera operation, and lighting teachniques. Geared to aid the creative efforts of fine artists.
PH 112 — Introduction to Photography
3 credits, 6 studio hours per week
Introduces students to the craft of photography, including lighting techniques, model direction, and styling, and related exposure, film processing, and printing skills. Through discussion and critiques, students study photo trends for advertising, commercial, and editorial fashion uses.
PH 113 — Photographic Techniques
2 credits; 1 Lecture and 2 STUDIO hours per week
An intense study of the photographic medium from a technical standpoint. Stresses an understanding of film and exposures as they relate to light, light measurement, contrast control, film processing, and photographic chemistry.
PH 114 — Introduction to Digital Photography
1 credit, 2 studio hours per week
Students are introduced to digital photography techniques and new digital technologies as they apply to image capture.
PH 115 — Advertising Photography with Medium Format
3 credits; 6 STUDIO hours per week
Prerequisites: PH 112 and PH 131
Emphasizes the use of 2 1/4, medium-format cameras in the fashion photography studio. Students learn advanced tungsten light techniques, with an introduction to monoblock electronic flash units for photography of models and accessories for advertising, editorial, or illustration use. Advanced darkroom procedures are stressed.
PH 116 — Photography Basics
2 credits; 1 LECTURE and 2 STUDIO hours per week
Students develop an understanding of traditional film and digital cameras by learning basic studio and lighting setup, model direction, and related film exposure techniques. Working in color and black and white, students are encouraged to produce images that creatively explore personal themes and issues. (G6: Arts)
PH 121 — Large Format Photography
2 credits; 4 STUDIO hours per week
Prerequisite: PH 101 (including darkroom experience)
Basic techniques in professional operation of large-format view camera as applied to commercial still-life photography. Covers fundamental camera movements, lighting set-ups, 4x5 film processing, and printing skills.
PH 117 — Principles of Photography Including Darkroom Instruction
2 credits; 1 LECTURE and 2 STUDIO hours per week
Introduces students to the techniques of black-and-white photography, including basic studio setup, lighting techniques, model direction, and related film exposure as applied to the 35mm camera. Instruction on enlarging techniques and film processing through the use of the darkroom are also covered. (G6: Arts)
PH 121 — Large Format Photography
2 credits; 4 STUDIO hours per week
Prerequisite: PH 101 or PH 117
Basic techniques in professional operation of a large-format view camera as applied to commercial still-life photography. Covers fundamental camera movements, lighting setups, 4x5 film processing, and printing skills.
PH 122 — Advanced View Camera
3 credits; 6 STUDIO hours per week
Prerequisite: PH 121
Advanced study of view camera techniques with emphasis on still life and location photographic procedures. Students have an opportunity to refine their skills in lighting, subject handling, film processing, and printing procedures. Through exploration of various traditional, alternative, and digital methods, they develop imagery appropriate for portfolio presentation.
PH 131 — Lighting Principles
2 credits; 1 Lecture and 2 STUDIO hours per week
Prerequisite: PH 102
Co-requisite: PH 112
The student photographer is introduced to the creative practices of lighting for studio and outdoor photography. Use and control of continous light, natural light, and preexisting light are emphasized.
PH 162 — Introduction to Styling
2 credits; 1 Lecture and 2 STUDIO hours per week
Introduces the elements of photographic styling, stressing both creative sesnsitivity and technical skills, through lectures and demonstrations. Assignments include fashion, beauty, illustration, tabletop and food styling. (G6: Arts)
PH 211 — Advanced Professional Fashion and Beauty Photography
4.5 credits; 1 Lecture and 7 STUDIO hours per week
Prerequisites: PH 115 and portfolio review by chairperson or instructor
Students learn all aspects of fashion and beauty photography, from the creation of a competitive portfolio to post-production, with emphasis on developing an individual aesthetic vision. Exploration of the major technical elements include digital capture, studio and location shoots, client expectations, and contracts and fees.
PH 231 — Electronic Flash
4 credits; 8 STUDIO hours per week
Prerequisite: PH 115
Advances photographic skills through the use of electronic lighting equipment and techniques. Small-, medium-, and large-format cameras are used to photograph models and still-life subjects in black and white or color mediums. Includes related darkroom procedures.
PH 241 — Foundations of Color
2 credits; 4 STUDIO hours per week
Prerequisites: PH 112
Co-requisite: PH 115
Exploration of color as it applies to photography. Includes additive and subtractive color mixing, color harmony, lighting for color, light balancing, color correction, film, and digital color reproduction techniques.
PH 242 — Advanced Projects and Portfolio Development
4.5 credits; 9 STUDIO hours per week
Prerequisites: PH 231 and PH 241 or approval of chairperson
The relationship of advanced studio lighting, set preparation techniques, and digital image capture are explored in conjunction with color theories that apply to model and still-life photography for the printed page. Students complete industry-level assignments and personal interest images in the studio and on location. Emphasis is on preparation of an individualized portfolio presentation.
PH 262 — Professional Procedures for the Commercial Photographer
2 credits
An in-depth understanding of owning and operating a small professional photography business is provided. Students learn and practice organizational and career goal planning techniques, assignment pricing structures, the use of standard contracts, maintaining accurate records, and the creation of standard business forms. Emphasis is on understanding copyright law and tax structure, and learning criteria for retaining legal and financial services.
PH 264 — Photography Portfolio Development for the World Wide Web
2 credits; 1 Lecture and 2 COMPUTER LABORATORY hours per week
Prerequisite: PH 272 or equivalent
Students prepare digital photographic portfolios for view on the web by learning basic HTML code, web design, the mechanics of File Transfer Protocol, and optimal image preparation for internet browsers.
PH 272 — Photoshop I for Photographers
2 credits; 1 Lecture and 2 COMPUTER LABORATORY hours per week
Prerequisite: CG 111
Students engage in a comprehensive study of Adobe Photoshop tools using the Macintosh platform. Methods and management techniques for scanning, creation of selections, layers, color correction, and basic image manipulation are studied.
PH 274 — Photoshop II for Photographers
2 credits; 1 Lecture and 2 COMPUTER LABORATORY hours per week
Prerequisites: CG 111 and PH 272
Students develop an advanced knowledge of layers, channels, curves, image merging, color correction, and color matching in the Adobe Photoshop program. Scanning devices, file formats, and resolution levels are explored.
PH 299 — Independent Study in Photography
Variable Credits (3 Credits Maximum)
Prerequisite: a minimum 3.5 GPA and approval of instructor, chairperson, and dean
PH 305 — Photographic Reference and Digital Editing for the Illustrator
2 credits; 1 Lecture and 2 COMPUTER LABORATORY hours per week
Prerequisite: PH 101 or PH 116
Using photographic reference and Adobe Photoshop, students create conceptual imagery assembled from a variety of sources. This course covers additional photographic lighting and image techniques, digital scanning, image assembling, and printing.
PH 341 — Digital Craft and the Exhibition
3 credits; 1 lecture and 4 studio hours per week
Prerequisite: PH 242
Students explore methods for capturing, editing and sequencing groups of digital images as cohesive statements with the aim of producing a photographic exhibition. Through field trips, critiques, and working with a guest art director, students study the signature styles and trends of various photographers.
PH 341 — Digital Craft and the Exhibition
3 credits; 1 lecture and 4 studio hours per week
Prerequisite: PH 242
Students explore methods for capture, editing and sequencing groups of digital images as cohesive statements with the aim of producing a photographic exhibition. Through field trips, critiques, and working with a guest art director, students study the signature styles and trends of various photographers.
PH 342 — Advanced Projects in Style and Media
3 credits; 1 lecture and 4 studio hours per week
Prerequisite: PH 371
This course pairs photography and fashion design students, to create and produce professional press kits and a short digital documentary interpretation of style and fashion.
PH 351 — The Picture Story: A Professional Approach to Photojournalism
3 credits; 1 lecture and 4 studio hours per week
Prerequisite: PH 274 or approval of chairperson
Students learn how to unite image-making and writing skills to produce newsworthy picture stories. Topics covered include the legal and ethical issues that affect the process of photojournalism as well as the difference between objective and subjective judgments.
PH 361 — The Logistics of Location Photography
2 credits; 1 lecture and 2 studio hours per week
Prerequisite: PH 371
Students develop the techniques of location photography, including environmental portraiture, industrial, fashion and architectural photography for editorial and advertising purposes. Assignments stress image design and are performed with medium- and large-format cameras using digital capture technology, as well as indoor and outdoor lighting techniques.
PH 371 — Retouching and Pre-Press Solutions for Photographers
2 credits; 1 lecture and 2 computer laboratory hours per week
Prerequisite: PH 274
Students explore ways to convey their ideas onto the printed page through retouching, editing, and preparing digital files. High-end scanning, RGB to CMYK conversions, digital versus analog proofing, and the differences between photographic, inkjet, and offset printing are also explored from both theoretical and real-world perspectives.
PH 372 — Digital Media Technology I
2 credits
Prerequisite: PH 371
This course provides practical, technical instruction in the use of high-end digital image capture backs coupled with traditional medium format camera system hardware. Students explore the concepts and processes required to create photographic imagery using Adobe Photoshop, iMovie, and iDVD programs.
PH 404 — Basic Interior Design Photography
2 credits; 1 Lecture and 2 STUDIO hours per week
For baccalaureate-level Interior Design students or those interested in interior photography. A foundation for understanding and achieving control of the photographic medium as it applies to interior and architectural photography is provided. Students learn scale model and flat art photography, use of black and white and color films, metering, camera control, lighting, and filtration.
PH 405 — Photography for Package Design
2 credits
Co-requisite: PH 005
For Packaging Design students. Students explore the photographic medium as a creative design tool for the development of innovative and unique packaging. Students learn the use of digital cameras as well as appropriate studio lighting and exposure techniques. Through the use of digital technology, students produce presentations, portfolios, and a photo CD.
PH 406 — Digital Special Effects and Photographic Retouching
2 credits; 1 Lecture and 2 COMPUTER LABORATORY hours per week
Prerequisites: IL 324 and PH 305
Students enhance their traditional illustration skills in a digital environment. Exploring Adobe Photoshop and its plug-ins for retouching and special aspects, they achieve the technical ability to transform initial creative inspirations into powerful imagery.
PH 451 — MultiMedia Concepts
3 credits; 1 lecture and 4 studio hours per week
Prerequisite: PH 372
Students develop a critical point of view regarding video, electronic, digital, and print media through discussion, viewing, and critiquing published work. Assignments examine the relationship between art and media industries, covering topics that include advertising, documentaries, the news, personal identity, and media imaging.
PH 461 — The Multimedia Portfolio
3 credits; 1 lecture and 4 studio hours per week
Prerequisite: PH 451
Graduating students assemble a professional-quality, digitally processed electronic and printed portfolio of imagery from thematic work produced during the sixth, seventh, and eighth semesters.
PH 471 — Digital Media Technology II
2 credits
Prerequisites: PH 371 and PH 372
Students study various forms of state-of-the-art lighting techniques used for digital high-end photography. Lighting for the specific commercial areas of still life, portrait/fashion, architecture/interior, jewelry, and corporate/industrial will be demonstrated and studied.
PH 491 — Research for the Senior Design Project
2 credits; 1 lecture and 2 studio hours per week
Prerequisites: PH 341 and PH 342
This course assists students in developing a thesis proposal for the creation of a multimedia portfolio. Students research a chosen area of study and learn how to effectively plan and organize multimedia projects to be used in their senior design projects.
PH 492 — Senior Design Project
2 credits; 4 studio hours per week
Prerequisite: PH 491
Students prepare a capstone project resulting from the senior design project research completed in the prior semester. The course culminates in a multimedia presentation to faculty, mentors, and invited professionals and Advisory Board members for critique.
PH 499 — Independent Study in Photography
variable credits (3 credits maximum)
Prerequisite: a minimum 3.5 GPA and approval of instructor, chairperson, and dean. |
