Though creative problem solving, students are encouraged to develop their own individual photographic style. Zone system is introduced. Students receive extensive experience in use of flash and hot light systems, props and other technical aspects of studio work. Specific problems related to perspective and perspective control, lighting, lens and film selection and Zone System exposure are addressed. 3 cr. hrs.
Students use video, photographs, slides or other no-photographic images.
Input techniques such as still video capture and scanning are covered as are various techniques for controlling and combining words and images. All phases of image enhancement and manipulation, retouching, silhouetting, image combination and special effects are practiced. Various approaches of handling type, as both pictorial element and in combination with other imagery, are discussed. FA31 or FA84 and FA91 or permission of instructor. 3 cr. hrs.