Selected readings in the critical theory and aesthetics of photography. Students purchase texts or Xerox packs. The two semesters are sequential and should be taken in order. These generally have significant prerequisites Students provide photographic materials for all photography production courses, including film, photographic paper, certain specialized chemicals, fully adjustable roll film or view camera and transportable digital media when required. In motion picture production courses, students provide their own filmstock, processing, recording materials, and editing supplies.
Students purchase texts and provide photographic materials.
An advanced course taught in two semesters covering the technical and visual applications of the black and white process. The initial semester deals primarily with controls over the photographic negative, the Zone System, Density Parameters and practical chemistry. The second semester encompasses all the factors related to the production of the silver print. Topics covered are materials, chemistry, equipment and the aesthetics of photographic printing. The two semesters are sequential and must be taken in order.