ART 1131 - Introduction to Digital Photography
3 Credits
Explores the application of the digital camera, digital imaging software, and digital printing technology as means for individual creative expression in the fine arts. Students will engage in technological, aesthetic, conceptual aspects of digital photography using historical and contemporary practices in as a guide. Students may not receive credit for this course if credit has been awarded for ART 1121 .Lab Fee.
Major Content Areas
Technical exercises: 20% Studio work, photography assignments, and critique discussions: 60% History of photography and contemporary practice: 20%
Learning Outcomes
Create and execute digital photographs using problem-solving processes that are technically competent. Demonstrate the basic processes and techniques of working with digital photography. Demonstrate the ability to use computer software to upload, download, apply image correction, edit and create print ready digital images. Demonstrate the following technical skills: ISO control, shutter speed/motion, F-stops/depth of field, use of various lenses, and photographic exposure. Articulate knowledge of the history of photography. Demonstrate an increased appreciation of the vital role and value the fine arts and humanities have on the development of culture. Explain and evaluate the effectiveness of personal artwork and the work of others through critique. Demonstrate an understanding of health and safety issues within the discipline.
Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals
06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
|