Category: Photography Courses

In this course, students must demonstrate proficiency in their specific area of photography by producing a cohesive portfolio. Each student works under the guidance of his or her chosen faculty mentor. A comprehensive description of the intended work schedule must be submitted by the student and approved by the mentor and the department chair. It is the student’s responsibility to adhere to the agreed upon work schedule and meet with his/her mentor on a regular basis and to attend all group meetings and seminars.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DPH 313, DPH 351, DPH 353

Through assignments, readings, discussions and critiques, the student is encouraged to explore and experiment with image making strategies that derive from a personal perspective. Readings introduce the student to issues and ideas surrounding the practice and critical understanding of fine art photography.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DPH 155

This course is a continuation of DPH 411, Photography Thesis Project I. Students must demonstrate proficiency in a specific area of photography by producing a cohesive body of work. It is the student’s responsibility to strictly adhere to the agreed upon work schedule and meet with his or her advisor on a regular basis and attend all group meetings and seminars which the advisor or department chair schedules.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DPH 411

This course addresses the fundamentals of photography using controlled lighting both within a studio context and on location. Students are introduced to aesthetic, technical and creative problem solving strategies, within a controlled lighting context. This is accomplished through intensive hands-on experience, the history of applied and fine art photography, lectures, demonstrations, shooting assignments and critiques.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DPH 155

Participation in an internship experience allows students to use classroom-learned skills in a related employment experience. Students must work a minimum of 135 hours over the course of the entire semester. To participate students must be of junior or senior status with completion of freshman and sophomore studios. Students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8. Seniors may not be eligible to participate in an internship during their final semester. Transfer students must have attended one semester at CCS in addition to meeting the other eligibility criteria.

Credits: 6

Prerequisites:

This course introduces students to theories of color use and the practical applications as it is related to traditional and digital photography. Through readings, lectures, and discussions the history of color theory and color photography are addressed, including subjective color, biases, and equity in image-making. Assignments are based on digital input, digital printing and traditional RA-4 printing, to illustrate the principles of color theory.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DPH 151 DPH-155

The Special Project class is offered on an occasional basis, with course content specific to Photo majors.

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ADVANCED FASHION PHOTOGRAPHY

This course continues the development of the commercial skills started in DPH-327 (Fashion and Narrative). Through lectures, class shoots, studio visits, and assignments, students will develop a personal style and continue working with professional make-up artists and models in the studio and on location. Students will create mood boards for shoots and find appropriate stylists and models to implement the latest strategies in creating fashion stories and spreads. The course will culminate with the production of a folio of moving images & photography, which demonstrate commercial and self-directed outcomes.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DPH 327

This course is a continuation of Studio Lighting I, which utilizes controlled lighting both in the studio and on location. Students perfect view-camera techniques and continue their exploration of controlled studio lighting techniques. Emphasis is on achieving a high level of technical, aesthetic and conceptual excellence. Note: Students are required to use a 4X5 camera for this course.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DPH 151, DPH 155, DPH 211

Independent Study is available to students who are at Junior or Senior level standing with a cumulative grade point average of 3.00 or above. The student may receive approval to work in an area or on a project that is not otherwise offered or addressed in the regular curriculum. An Independent Study should include opportunities for individual student voice and provide a space for diverse perspectives. Students may receive credit toward graduation for no more than 6 credit hours. The student must submit to the chairperson of the department in which they wish to study, an Independent Study Proposal of 150 words (no less) of the student’s plan for study and her/his reason for choosing to study independently. Once the department chairperson provides approval and the instructor for the Independent Study is determined, the faculty member must write an Independent Study Syllabus with education goals, learning outcomes, meeting dates, course expectations, timelines, and due dates. Art Education candidates must pass DAE 490 with a grade of ‘C’ (2.00) or higher to qualify for certification.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites:

This course, a continuation of DPH 214, focuses on color management and color output as related to the digital print. Assignments continue to deepen the students understanding of aesthetics as it applies to the color image. Additional assignments emphasize 4×5 transparency film and its role in commercial photography.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DPH 214