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General Information

Course ID (CB01A and CB01B)
PHTG D303.
Course Title (CB02)
Advanced Photography
Course Credit Status
Non-Credit
Effective Term
Fall 2021
Course Description
This course covers advanced photography in film or digital formats. Students will learn to capture, process and print technically and well-conceived images, and to organize and assemble a strong group of images that are conceptually strong and exhibit a distinct personal vision. Students will further refine their critical thinking skills to analyze historical, cultural, conceptual, and practical aspects of the photographic medium.
Faculty Requirements
Course Family
Not Applicable

Course Justification

This is a noncredit enhanced, CTE course and belongs on the Photographic Retouching and Digital Post-Production Certificate of Completion. It is also a recommendation from industry advisory committees to help better prepare students to learn and practice advanced levels of study for digital photography where students can compile imagery for a portfolio.

Foothill Equivalency

Does the course have a Foothill equivalent?
No
Foothill Course ID

Course Philosophy

Formerly Statement

Course Development Options

Basic Skill Status (CB08)
Course is not a basic skills course.
Grade Options
  • Pass/No Pass
Repeat Limit
99

Transferability & Gen. Ed. Options

Transferability
Not transferable

Units and Hours

Summary

Minimum Credit Units
0.0
Maximum Credit Units
0.0

Weekly Student Hours

TypeIn ClassOut of Class
Lecture Hours2.04.0
Laboratory Hours3.00.0

Course Student Hours

Course Duration (Weeks)
12.0
Hours per unit divisor
36.0
Course In-Class (Contact) Hours
Lecture
24.0
Laboratory
36.0
Total
60.0
Course Out-of-Class Hours
Lecture
48.0
Laboratory
0.0
NA
0.0
Total
48.0

Prerequisite(s)

Corequisite(s)

Advisory(ies)

PHTG D005.

Limitation(s) on Enrollment

Entrance Skill(s)

General Course Statement(s)

NONCREDIT: (This is a noncredit enhanced, CTE course.)

Methods of Instruction

Lecture and visual aids

Discussion of assigned reading

Discussion and problem solving performed in class

Quiz and examination review performed in class

Homework and extended projects

Field observation and field trips

Collaborative learning and small group exercises

Other: Lab activity and evaluation

Assignments

  1. Reading from assigned textbook, instructor handouts, and directed websites.
  2. Written proposal describing the concept and planned imagery.
  3. Final portfolio of imagery that demonstrates an understanding and application of advanced photographic skills.

Methods of Evaluation

  1. One mid-quarter examination: multiple choice, true and false, and short answers evaluating the student’s comprehension of reading, lecture, and demonstration.
  2. Submission of portfolio proposal outlining concept, technical approach to be used, number of images to be completed if above the minimum eight images, and the final, planned presentation method determined through class readings and discussions that demonstrates creative thought and synthesis of technical and creative skills.
  3. Completion of a final group of eight or more images (portfolio) as determined in the written proposal and including an oral and visual presentation reflecting a solid concept which is technically sound based on class critique and lab activity throughout the quarter.

Essential Student Materials/Essential College Facilities

Essential Student Materials: 
  • Film and/or digital camera
Essential College Facilities:
  • Photographic studio, and traditional and digital darkroom for processing, printing and finishing
  • Photoshop and Lightroom software

Examples of Primary Texts and References

AuthorTitlePublisherDate/EditionISBN
*London/Stone/Upton "Photography", 12th Edition. New York, N.Y.: Pearson, 2017.

Examples of Supporting Texts and References

AuthorTitlePublisher
Stone,Jim, "A User's Guide to the View Camera," 3rd Edition. New York, N.Y.: Prentice Hall, 2003. Taylor and Francis Group, 2016.
Taylor, David. "The Advanced Photography Guide: Expert Techniques to Take Your Digital Photography to the Next Level", Penguin Random House, New York, New York, 2018.
Other suitable text at the instructor's discretion

Learning Outcomes and Objectives

Course Objectives

  • Define the nature and application of photography as a unique medium
  • Demonstrate the use of the large format camera and/or a digital SLR for advanced capture, processing, and printing skills
  • Describe current trends in worldwide photography recognizing varied and diverse perspectives.
  • Create, conceptualize and articulate a group of images using advanced equipment, techniques, and practices.
  • Describe fully one's own imagery, and critique classmate's imagery to understand and refine ideas about unique, diverse and multi-cultural communities through the visual medium of photography.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in the advanced practices of photography to assemble a body of work that is professional and communicates effectively.

CSLOs

  • Demonstrate a working knowledge of advanced capture, processing, and printing for the organization of a final portfolio.

Outline

  1. Define the nature and application of photography as a unique medium
    1. Previsualization
    2. Recognition of various photographic genres such as portraiture, landscape, still life
    3. Aesthetic effects of processing and treatment of imagery
    4. Awareness of photography as a visual language
  2. Demonstrate the use of the large format camera and/or a digital SLR for advanced capture, processing, and printing skills
    1. Large-format camera controls
      1. Components
      2. Camera movements
      3. file size and optimum print size
      4. reciprocity and bellows extension
      5. introductory Zone System theory
      6. large format film processing
      7. fiber base printing
    2. Digital SLR camera operation
      1. RAW capture
      2. exposure and the histogram
      3. file size and optimum print size
      4. Photoshop and/or Lightroom skills
      5. Introductory use of professional inkjet printer
    3. Light as subject
      1. natural lighting vs. artificial
      2. studio lighting
      3. archival print processing
  3. Describe current trends in worldwide photography recognizing varied and diverse perspectives.
    1. View, discuss, and research photographic imagery to expand students' awareness and sensitivity to diverse communities.
    2. Compare and contrast historical and contemporary photographic movements.
    3. Consider photography’s relationship to the other arts.
  4. Create, conceptualize and articulate a group of images using advanced equipment, techniques, and practices.
    1. Creation and conceptualization of an individual group of photographic images.
    2. The concept from beginning to completion.
    3. Number of prints, size, and final presentation method.
  5. Describe fully one’s own imagery, and critique classmate’s imagery to understand and refine ideas about unique, diverse, and multi-cultural communities through the visual medium of photography.
    1. Presentation of individual imagery.
    2. Description and evaluation of techniques used.
    3. Examination of and sensitivity towards diverse photographic expression.
      1. valuing varied viewpoints
      2. actively listening
      3. thoughtfully questioning
  6. Demonstrate proficiency in the advanced practices of photography to assemble a body of work that is professional and communicates effectively.
    1. Development of individual ideas and personal style as seen through one’s creative output.
      1. origin of idea
      2. processing
      3. unique qualities
      4. relationship to and placement within the greater history of the medium
    2. Evaluation of success.
      1. concept is communicated clearly
      2. technical skill evident
      3. aesthetic supports idea
      4. professional final presentation

Lab Topics

  1. Traditional and digital darkroom processing and printing.
  2. Ongoing discussion and feedback on portfolio progress.
  3. Print finishing including mounting, window matte cutting, or other presentation methods appropriate to the proposed project.
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