Announcement of Courses

CREDIT, DEGREE APPLICABLE COURSES:

PHOT 50B. History and Aesthetics of Photography Since 1945 (4)
Lec-4, field trips                                               P/NP available
History of photography since 1945, highlighting achievements of important photographers. Designed to stimulate visual thinking and creative problem solving. Topics covered are: avant garde, surrealism, symbolism, fictional photographs, structuralists, post-modernism, pop art, current uses of landscape images, contemporary color, and photography’s interactions with modern painting, video, performance and computer. Visits to museums and galleries. CSU/UC

PHOT 51. Beginning Photography (3)
Lec-3, lab-3, field trips                                    P/NP available
A basic course introducing photographic capture, processing and output practices. Introduction to small format cameras including both film and digital; exposure calculations, film and digital capture, scanning, digital printing, and presentation techniques. This course explores both the technical and aesthetic aspects of photography. CSU/UC/CAN ART 18

PHOT 52. Photographers and Their Images (1)
Lec-1                                                               P/NP available
Repeat: max. 2 units
Professional photographers present and discuss their work in both technical and aesthetic terms. This is a unique opportunity for photography students to meet world renowned photographers and discuss topics in a question and answer format. CSU

PHOT 53. Photographic Design and Concepts (2)
Lec-3, lab-1, field trips                                     P/NP available
PREREQ.: PHOT 51 or demonstration of exit skills
Design and concept elements necessary for the formulation of photographic images; communication and expression of photographic ideas; exploration of conceptual and formal design of photography. CSU

PHOT 55. Color Theory of Photography (3)
Lec-3, field trips                                               P/NP available
Prereq.: PHOT 51 or demonstration of exit skills
Advise.:  Completion/concurrent enrollment in PHOT 53
Basic principles of photographing with slide film; special demands of color technique; color relationships; light qualities; kinds of films; class demonstrations; critiques of color transparencies. CSU

PHOT 57. Photography for the Web (3)
Lec-3, lab-1, field trips                                    P/NP available
PREREQ.: PHOT 51 and IDST 120 or demonstration of exit skills
COREQ.: IDST 130
An exploration of techniques used to acquire, prepare, and process photographs for online use. Emphasis on image sizing, optimization and compression, and basic webpage construction leading to the production of an online portfolio from a simple gallery to a customized website. CSU

PHOT 60A. Beginning Photoshop (2)
Lec-2, lab-1, field trips                                    P/NP available
PREREQ.: GRPH 25 OR CS 100M or IDST 120 or demonstration of exit skills
Advise.:  PHOT 51
A beginning level lecture/lab course introducing the student to Photoshop. Technical aspects of digital photography will be emphasized. This emphasis includes demonstration of the software and hardware necessary for a photographer to succeed in the contemporary photographic marketplace. Students will complete lab exercises in class as well as assignments to be completed outside of class time. CSU

PHOT 60B. Intermediate Photoshop (3)
Lec-2, lab-3, field trips                                    P/NP available
PREREQ.: PHOT 51 and PHOT 60A or demonstration of exit skills
Advise:  PHOT 55 or GRPH 21
An intermediate level lecture/lab course for students to expand their capabilities in Photoshop. Intermediate techniques in the manipulation, alteration and enhancement of digital photography will be emphasized. This in-depth exploration of the digital photograph will provide the student with skills to create their own expressive images and explore the various electronic methods of output. Students will integrate the technical resources that are available to them in preparation for a rapidly changing field. Class demonstrations, projections and critiques of student work will be used. Students will complete lab exercises in class. CSU

PHOT 67. Digital Negatives for Darkroom Printing (3)
Lec-3, lab-1                                                    P/NP available
PREREQ.: PHOT 51 and PHOT 60A
COREQ.:  PHOT 81A, PHOT 86
Creation of film negatives from digital files for use in a traditional darkroom. Students will perfect their negatives in the digital realm, output them using digital techniques, and then print them using traditional, historica,l and alternative printing methods in the darkroom.

PHOT 80. Outdoor and Ambient Light Photography (3)
Lec-3, lab-1, field trips                                    P/NP available
PREREQ.: PHOT 51
Advise: DSGN 101
A hands-on, how-to course in managing natural light. Emphasis is on outdoor and existing light; designed to relate lighting to photo-aesthetics and visual communication. CSU

PHOT 81A. Intermediate Black and White Photography (3)
Lec-3, lab-3, field trips                                    P/NP available
PREREQ.: PHOT 51 or demonstration of exit skills
Advise: PHOT 53
Emphasis on black and white exposure control and darkroom technique using small and medium format cameras. Includes camera filters, push processing, more advanced darkroom controls, greater speed and responsiveness to subject matter, and a deeper understanding of photographic theory and its application. CSU

PHOT 81B. Advanced Black and White Darkroom Techniques (4)
Lec-3, lab-3, field trips                                     P/NP available
PREREQ.: PHOT 81A  and DSGN 101 or demonstration of exit skills
Advise: PHOT 53
Repeat: max. 8 units
An intensive exploration of the controls and materials of the black and white photographic process. Emphasis on fine printing, optimization of the negative and archival processing procedures, and an analysis of films, papers and developer combinations. CSU

PHOT 82. Zone System Techniques (3)
Lec-3, lab-3, field trips                                     P/NP available
PREREQ.: PHOT 81A and DSGN 101 or demonstration of exit skills
Repeat: max. 6 units
An exploration of the Photographic Zone System through use of special light metering, processing, and fine printing techniques. A study of the integration of aesthetics, calibration of camera and exposure meter to film, calibration of film to photographic printing papers, development of film for specific lighting conditions, printing and other techniques associated with the Photographic Zone System required for assignments. The production of a fine portfolio of images using the Zone System for presentation to clients or galleries and museums. CSU

PHOT 83. View Camera Techniques (2)
Lec-2, lab-1, field trips                                      P/NP available
PREREQ.: PHOT 51 or demonstration of exit skills
Advise: PHOT 53, 55, and 85A (concurr.)
An exploration of the 4x5 view camera through hands-on experience. Investigation of perspective control, camera movements, film, processing, and printing as applied to studio, architectural and fine art photography. The department will provide students with 4x5 cameras. CSU

PHOT 85A. Beginning Lighting Techniques (4)
Lec-3, lab-3, field trips
PREREQ.: PHOT 51 or demonstration of exit skills
Advise: PHOT 53, 55, 83 , and DSGN 101 (concur.)
Through demonstration and hands-on experience students explore the basic and technical use of ambient, tungsten and electronic flash illumination as it is used in photography. Students will work with a variety of lighting equipment and accessories. CSU

PHOT 85B. Advanced Studio Lighting Techniques (4)
Lec-4, lab-2, field trips                                        P/NP available
Prereq.: PHOT 55 and 85A  and DSGN 101 or demonstration of exit skills
Advise: PHOT 83
Advanced lighting techniques with an emphasis on electronic strobe and mixed lighting techniques as used in advertising and product photography. Emphasis on client-photographer relationships, solving photographic problems imaginatively, and building a quality portfolio. CSU

PHOT 86. Mixed Media and the Photographic Image (3)
Lec-2, lab-3, field trips
PREREQ.: PHOT 81A  and DSGN 101 or demonstration of exit skills
Advise: PHOT 53
Repeat: max. 6 units
An exploration of the photographic image, exposing students to the concept of manipulation of the original to reveal forms of expression which are unattainable through straight photography. Emphasis will be given not only to established non-silver processes, but also to the integration of more contemporary mediums. CSU

PHOT 89. Large Format Transparency (3)
Lec-1, lab-3
PREREQ.: PHOT 83 and 85A or demonstration of exit skills
Advise.: PHOT 55
Repeat: max. 6 units
An advanced, large format transparency (4x5) course with emphasis on color principles carried to further refinement and practical applications in studio and location photography. Special emphasis on product, interior and exterior photography, solving mixed lighting problems, utilization of special effects, and the building of a professional portfolio for job applications and presentations. CSU

PHOT 90. Portraiture (4)
Lec-3, lab-3                                                               P/NP available
PREREQ.:  PHOT 85A  and DSGN 101 or demonstration of exit skills
Advise: PHOT 83
Introduction to photographing people utilizing tungsten, strobe, and daylight, with an emphasis on creating as well as interpreting the personality. Use of multiple lighting techniques in the studio and on location. Working successfully with subjects. Analysis and application of lighting techniques for social portraiture, including wedding, school, yearbook, family, and executive portraiture. CSU

PHOT 93. Editorial Photography (2)
Lec-2, lab-1, field trips                                                P/NP available
PREREQ.: PHOT 81A  and DSGN 101 or demonstration of exit skills
Techniques leading to a creative treatment of typical editorial assignments, including use of several format cameras, variable lenses, multiple electronic flash and typical effects essential to quality storytelling pictures. Students produce a portfolio including feature news, publicity, public relations, and feature story photographs. CSU

PHOT 95A. Beginning Color Printing (4)
Lec-3, lab-3, field trips                                                P/NP available
PREREQ.: PHOT 55 or demonstration of exit skills
Exploration of color negative printing through an understanding of exposure, color films and papers, processing, color temperature and color theory. Sensitometry and densitometry as they apply to color negative printing. Emphasis on the aesthetics of color photography. CSU

PHOT 95B. Intermediate Color Printing (4)
Lec-3, lab-3, field trips                                                P/NP available
PREREQ.: PHOT 95A or demonstration of exit skills
Repeat: max. 8 units
Refinement of techniques learned in PHOT 95A emphasizing professional color output. Students produce color prints from color transparencies, negatives and internegatives. Methods include masking techniques when necessary. Explorative techniques such as combination printing, instant print material, collage, and painting with light. A specific color project will be completed that should be of the quality to be included in the students’ portfolio for employment. CSU

PHOT 99. Business Practices of Photography (3)
Lec-3                                                                         P/NP available
A course for both commercial and fine art photographers who want to run successful businesses. Topics include writing a business plan, marketing and self-promotion, freelance skills, using computers, legal issues, pricing and estimating, taxes, insurance, and copyright. CSU

PHOT 101-102-103-104. Selected Topics in Photography (1-2-3-4)
Lec-1,2,3,4 and/or lab-2,3,6, field trips                      P/NP available
Prereq.: As required for topic
Selected topics in photography will be explored through lectures, laboratory or studio demonstrations and exercises, field trips, class discussions, film, video, and/or television leading to a critical analysis and/or practical understanding and application of the topic or skill set under consideration. CSU
    PHOT 101B. Hand Tinting Photographs
    PHOT 101C. Self Portraiture
    PHOT 101D. Landscape Photography
    PHOT 101E. Informal Portraiture
    PHOT 101F. Polaroid and Emulsion Transfer
    PHOT 101G. Pinhole Photography
    PHOT 101H. Digital Negatives for Black and White Contact Printing

PHOT 102A. Architectural Photography (2)
    Lec-2, lab-1, field trips                                       P/NP available
    Prereq.: PHOT 85A or demonstration of exit skills
    Advise: PHOT 55, 83
    Repeat: max. 4 units
    The process of documenting buildings and other structures in their environments.  Interiors and exteriors of
    domestic places are photographed for architectural applications.  Topics specifically related to issues of
    architectural photography include: perspective control, use of different format cameras, filtration for
    incompatible light sources, attention to detail, and daylight effect on form.  The role of the relationship of
    photographer to designer will be examined. CSU

PHOT 102B. Documentary/News Photography (2)
    Lec-2, lab-1, field trips                                     P/NP available
    Prereq.: PHOT 81A  and DSGN 101 or demonstration of exit skills
    Advise: PHOT 55
    An exploration of photojournalism and documentary photography as applied to newspaper and magazine
    work, photo essay assignments and book projects.  Legal and business issues, including fund raising and
    grant writing to support extended projects.  Captioning and writing text to accompany photographic work.
    Mastering of story format using a variety of photo equipment and materials including location lighting,
    available light photography with high speed films, color transparency materials, and developing and printing
    in Black and White. CSU

PHOT 118. Independent Study (2)
Ind st-10, field trips                                                P/NP available
PREREQ.: PHOT 85B AND EITHER 81B OR 95A or demonstration of exit skills
Repeat: max. 4 units
Work on an independent photographic project having significant learning value in photography and acceptable to both the student and the instructor.  Projects may be in photographic research, or any other photographic performance area. CSU

PHOT 130. Portfolio Production (3)
Lec-3, lab-3, field trip                                          P/NP available
PREREQ.: PHOT 93 or  81B or 95A or 85B or 90 and DSGN 101
Repeat: max. 6 units
Students will produce a portfolio to begin the process of preparing them for a professional photography career, photographic gallery exhibition, or transfer to a four-year institution. The class will address technical and aesthetic issues as well as portfolio presentation and marketing strategies.  CSU

PHOT 501A. Photography for the Enthusiast (2)
Lec-2                                                                  P/NP available
Repeat: max. 4 units
A basic course introducing photography and camera use to the general enthusiast.  Introduction to small format cameras, color films, elementary lighting, and the aesthetics of photography. CSU