This is accomplished through lectures, demonstrations, shooting assignments and critiques. The lab component is integrated to methodically introduce procedures for high quality black and white printing, film processing, print finishing and print presentation. Non-photo majors may take this course with the instructor's prior approval. This course is designed to teach Graphic Communication and other non-photo majors the basics of photography and how fundamental photographic knowledge can benefit them as working artists. A familiarization with a variety of photographic and darkroom techniques is introduced.
Assignments become more idea-oriented.
Discussions examine the interrelationship of image, technique, and communication. Students develop an understanding of digital photographic imaging and are presented with alternative methods of image development. This methods and critique course, in tandem with DPH210, Seminar AND Critique, is the first in a series to concentrate on personal fine art photography through assignments, advanced and alternative process demonstrations, discussions, field trips, guest artist, critiques, etc. The student is encouraged to explore and experiment with advanced technical image making methods. This seminar and critique course, in tandem with DPH209 Methods and Critique, is the first in a series to concentrate on personal fine art photography through assignments, readings and discussions, field trips, guest artists, critiques, etc.