ART 200 - Digital Photography I

This course explores the processes, practices, and concepts of fine art digital photography giving students and introduction to the breadth of creative possibilities currently made available via digital technologies. Students will become acquainted with the computer, digital SLR camera, and various post-processing software programs like Lightroom and Photoshop while exploring a variety of creative and conceptual assignments. Students will formulate creative solutions for their class projects through the marriage of technical skills, conceptual originality and aesthetic interests. Projects are designed to draw upon the breadth of contemporary photographic practice while class discussions and readings will consider the social, cultural, and political implications of the camera. Students who previously completed ART 204 may not enroll in ART 200 for credit, they should enroll in ART 300 instead.

Pre-req: Open only to First Years and Sophomores.
3 credits