ARTT 152 - Photographic Expression I

(ARTD)

Designed to achieve the basics of black-and-white still photographic techniques with additional emphasis on the development of ability to express and understand ideas and feelings communicated in photographs. Students are expected to supply own camera (35mm with manual controls), paper, and film. One hour lecture, four hours laboratory each week. Formerly AR 203.

3 semester hours

Course Outcomes:
Upon course completion, a student will be able to:

Demonstrate the skills and awareness to engage in creative problem solving that synthesizes discipline knowledge and methodologies with information from different fields of study and/or global sources.
Recognize and utilize elements of the visual language in developing creative solutions.
Employ the appropriate skills necessary to complete projects with intention, a high degree of craftsmanship, and aesthetic principles.
Communicate an understanding of visual literacy utilizing appropriate terminology and concepts.
Analyze and apply global historic and contemporary photographic theory in written, oral, and photographic projects.
Recognize and employ concepts of composition and design in the creation of black and white photographs.
Develop observational skills and apply them in written, oral, and photographic projects.
Demonstrate an understanding of the mechanics and creative possibilities of camera and darkroom equipment and chemistry.

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