Instruction will focus on the use of various types of film and printing paper, making and using a gray scale, and refining film processing skills. Material requirements will be discussed at the first class meeting. In this course you will become familiar with the principles of photography and camera functions in a very easy to understand manner. Manipulations of light is explained in a very simple but comprehensive way. This course also covers the use of different types of film, lenses and accessories.
Film processing is the students' responsibility.
There is one fieldtrip scheduled per session. Class content will include the art of light manipulation with filters and electronic flash as well as depth of field and composition to create a more aesthetic image. Film requirements will be discussed at the first class session. During this course students will have the opportunity to develop their own film, make a contact sheet and learn how to evaluate the density of negatives. Information on different types of black and white film will be provided and the class will explore the results of working with them correctly.