VAPH157 Photo II
Department of Arts and Communication: Photography
- I. Course Number and Title
- VAPH157 Photo II
- II. Number of Credits
- 3 credits
- III. Number of Instructional Minutes
- 4050
- IV. Prerequisites
- VAPH151 (C or better)
- Corequisites
- None
- V. Other Pertinent Information
- It is required that students have a 35mm SLR camera (capable of manual control/operation). There is a studio supply cost for this course listed in the catalog. Additional lab hours are required.
- VI. Catalog Course Description
- This course emphasizes the development of a critical eye and the use of photography as a form of self-expression and an artistic medium. Students are expected to have a working knowledge of the photographic process. Students produce photographs as fine art and refine advanced technical and printing techniques.
- VII. Required Course Content and Direction
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Course Learning Goals
Students will:
- recognize and utilize additional language and terminology of photography beyond that of the basic level;
- demonstrate their creative, expressive, and aesthetic skills through the production of photographic imagery;
- apply various advanced technical skills, methods, and darkroom procedures;
- critically examine their own and other's technical and aesthetic aspects of their work through individual or class critiques;
- prepare their work for presentation (including exhibition, portfolio, and other presentation concerns); and
- build upon their appreciation of the history of photography and the significant contributions made by key photographers.
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Planned Sequence of Topics and/or Learning Activities
- creative use of the photographic medium
- student portfolio of work with personal imagery geared to a fine art application of the medium
- control the tonality of a print through the use of developers and toners
- traditional, fiber-based photo paper
- refine printing skills
- advanced methods of camera operation and accessories
- student and group critiques that examine the technical and aesthetic proficiency of photographs created in the course
- significant current contributors to the medium of fine art photography
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Assessment Methods for Course Learning Goals
Student assessment is based on tests/quizzes, together with the successful completion of assigned projects, the presentation of projects, and critiques. -
Reference, Resource, or Learning Materials to be used by Student:
- 35mm camera with manual control ability (student will need)
- Film and photographic paper
- Darkroom & chemistry
- Handouts are often given
- See course syllabus
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Review/Approval Date - 12/04; Revised 3/2010; Revised 4/2012; New Core 8/2015