Photography

In this course, students will learn basic digital darkroom techniques and digital workflow. Students will be introduced to processing digital image files using postproduction software including Adobe Photoshop, Bridge, Camera Raw, and Light room. Techniques students will learn include workflow, retouching, image correction, color correction, and image manipulation.

Introduction to basic photography. In this class students will learn the basics of photography and how to use an interchangeable lens camera. This class will cover the digital workflow — including capture, download, file storage and organization. Students will be introduced to all aspects of the interchangeable lens camera including exposure settings, digital camera settings, and menus. Students will also learn the basics of visual communication — including an introduction to 2D design and composition.

In this course, students are trained on the basic principles of lighting and how to use a variety of light sources including natural lighting, dedicated flash units, and studio lighting.

In this course, students will work independently and with the instructor or studio manager on practical assignments as they relate to their future careers in professional photography. Emphasis will be placed on photographing campus events.

In this course, students will work independently and with the instructor or studio manager on practical assignments as they relate to their future careers in professional photography. Emphasis will be placed on photographing campus events and assisting the campus photographer and instructor during professional photo sessions.

This is an intermediate level photography course in which students will focus on visual communication while exploring a variety of design principles and photographic styles. Students will explore techniques, principles of design, and aesthetics while photographing a variety of subject matter. Students will work on understanding and strengthening their individual photographic vision and style. The emphasis in this class is learning to “see” creatively and creating with intent.

This class covers the basics in product photography for advertising and marketing. In this course, students will learn all aspects of commercial product photography including lighting, equipment, locations, techniques, postproduction, and careers. Students will work with advanced studio lighting and a wide variety of subject matter related to commercial product photography for advertising.

In this course, students will learn all aspects of commercial portrait photography including lighting, equipment, locations, posing, techniques, postproduction, and careers. Students will work in a professional studio environment to learn all aspects of commercial portraiture including head shots, school photography, groups, sport memory mates, kids, families, pets, senior pictures, and weddings.

In this course, students will learn all aspects of outdoor photography including lighting, equipment, locations, techniques, postproduction, and careers. Students will explore a variety of subject matter including landscapes, scenic, wildlife, rustic, rural, and urban photography.

This is an intellectually and experientially involved class in which students will learn to create images from conceptual ideas. Rather than using photography purely as a mimetic process, students will instead use creativity to find visual solutions to concepts while strengthening their visual communication skills. This course will push students beyond the technical aspects of photography and into the realm of creative and intellectual image making.

In this course, students will learn all aspects of documentary photography including choosing a project, accessibility, funding, release forms, legal issues, output for the projects, and trends such as social media, the internet, and video. Students will work independently on an eight-week documentary project. This is a photo intensive class, so the students will produce a high volume of photos each week and gain valuable editing skills as well as developing their photographic skills.

In this course, students will create a professional portfolio in their desired area of focus. Emphasis will be placed on ideation and concept while developing a personal style with a high standard of professionalism and technical proficiency. The final project will be a professional portfolio the students will use to enter their photographic careers.

In this course, students will work independently and with the instructor or studio manager on practical assignments as they relate to their future careers in professional photography. Emphasis will be placed on photographing campus events, assisting the campus photographer and instructor during professional photo sessions, working as campus photographers, working independently on professional sessions for the campus studio, mentoring, and internships.

In this course, students will work independently on practical assignments as they relate to their future careers in professional photography. Students will choose one of three options for completing practicum. An internship with a professional studio, working as self-employed, or doing freelance/stock photography work. This course is designed to meet the practicum requirements for online students only.

This is an eight-week intensive course in which students will learn all aspects of outdoor photography including lighting, equipment, locations, techniques, post-production, image editing, presentation, and careers. Students will explore a variety of subject matter including landscapes, scenic, wildlife, rustic, rural, and urban photography. Students will spend six weeks in an online classroom prior to travel. One week traveling abroad in a photo intensive program where students will have daily lectures and photo excursions. One week preparing a digital portfolio along with matted and framed, gallery ready, prints for display.