A 35mm camera with a manual mode and a flash that can be operated off-camera are required. This is a lecture class about photographic technique, visual design, how images are used in media, recent photographic trends, and evaluating photography. Frequent guest lectures by working professionals during class. Discussion lab led by a graduate teaching assistant is required. Students shoot color transparencies, which are critiqued by TA's.
Digital photography is introduced in assigned labs.
No darkroom work. Students must type assignments. All sophomores and above in good academic standing are welcome. Skills are developed through practical exercises and extensive lab work. Basic digital photography is used for some assignments.