The assignments explore the use of color prints, slides and polaroid materials, emphasizing the development of personal imagery. Slide lectures, demonstrations, and critiques help students to refine their technical and creative skills in the medium. Through individual projects, readings, and slide lectures, students explore the history and implications of the documentary tradition. Major styles, practitioners and techniques are discussed. Special attention is paid to issues of truth and realism including the impact of digital imaging on the medium.
Students produce several creative projects.
An advanced photography course that allows students to explore their own areas of interest while learning about a broad range of contemporary photographic issues. Emphasis is on creating a portfolio of images. This course explores the use of computers for creative image-making. Students are introduced to the practices and procedures of digital photography with an emphasis on exploring their own personal work. This course introduces the student to the fundamentals of studio photography.