ART 142 Introduction to Photography

Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Credits: 3

Introduces digital photography camera handling and editing, and the printing of digital images. Covers important photographic themes and composition.

Prerequisite: Placement in WR 115 (or higher), or completion of WR 090 (or higher) with a grade of C or better; consent of instructor.
Student Learning Outcomes:

Identify basic camera equipment and controls.
Import files from a digital camera to the computer.
Apply basic design and compositional concepts.
Use editing software to correct digital images.
Produce quality inkjet prints.
Explain ethics and legal issues as related to photography and image use.
Apply compositional techniques to create aesthetically pleasing images.

Content Outline

Digital Cameras and Equipment
- Camera types
- Camera modes
- Exposure
- ISO
- White balance
- Lenses and focal length
Digital Editing
- Digital asset acquisition and management
- File formats and color modes
- Rotating, cropping and re-sampling
- Contrast adjustment
- Color correction
- Retouching and sharpening
Composition and Image Capture
- Image composition: Seeing through the camera
- Creative use of depth of field
- Creative use of motion control
Basic Lighting
- Natural light
- Home and flash lighting
Photographic Themes
- Landscape
- Still life
- Portraiture
Evaluation of Images for Content, Aesthetics and Technique
Printing Digital Images
Archival Concerns
Legal and ethical issues