2026-2027 Academic Catalog
This course introduces students to the exciting,world of the darkroom and emphasizes creative,expression through black-and-white photography.,Students are taught a beginning understanding of,manual camera techniques and settings,,composition, and darkroom skills. Attention on the,interrelationship of subject, technique, and,intent is stressed while learning how to process,and print 35mm film.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites:
Students develop an understanding of introductory,digital photography as created through digital,cameras and relevant digital softwares. The,digital camera and its technical functionality is,taught as a tool for creativity, while best,practices in contemporary software is explored as,a means to organize digital workflow and,compliment digital images made in camera, as well,as compositing techniques for more complicated,imagery.
Credits: 3
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This course explores more advanced digital,workflows, from image-capture systems and pixel,manipulation software to professional image,delivery formats. Expressive possibilities of,digital photo-manipulation are emphasized, with,attention on both technical competency and,creative problem-solving. In addition, there is an,examination of the attributes and ethical,application of AI tools relating to image,generation and manipulation.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DPH-155
This course introduces long-form image-making,strategies and concepts that derive from a,perspective of critical observation and research.,It is designed to develop students’ language,around images, deepening their understanding of,issues and ideas surrounding photography in both,contemporary and historical contexts. Research is ,supported through critical readings and field,trips to further students’ understanding of their,visual voice and creative goals.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DPH 155
This course addresses the fundamentals of,photography within a controlled lighting context,including aesthetic, technical, and creative,problem-solving strategies. Students gain,practical, hands-on experience through studying,the history of applied and fine art photography,,lectures, demonstrations, assignments, and,critiques.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DPH 155
This course introduces students to theories of,color from historical applications to contemporary,photography, and its practical and creative,applications. Through readings, lectures, and,discussions the history of color theory and color,photography are addressed, including subjective,color, bias, and equity in image-making.,Assignments emphasize principles of color theory,through digital input, color balance and,correction, creative color, and effective digital,printing.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DPH 151,DPH-155
This course continues the development of,controlled lighting techniques both in the studio,and on location.,Building on skills from Lighting I, students learn,more detailed processes of professional practice,,including,preproduction, deliverables, and sophisticated,logistics to elevate their work and professional,practice. Students,perfect camera techniques and utilize digital,post-production to enhance images made in camera.,Emphasis is on,achieving a high level of technical, aesthetic and,conceptual excellence.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DPH 155 AND DPH 211
This class is an in-depth examination of the,conceptual framework and technical processes,necessary for creating a successful photobook.,Students will work to create their own photobooks,over the semester, while lectures, demonstrations,,library research, and class discussions provide a,comprehensive understanding of the editing,,design, sequencing, and file preparations required,for publishing.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DPH 214
The Special Project class is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,the area(s) being explored.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites:
This course furthers the student’s exploration of,analog photography through expanded practices in,the darkroom. Students are introduced to larger,film formats, produce larger prints, experiment,with alternative developers, and learn more,advanced toning methods, digitization, and,presentation. Technical proficiency is expected in,creating a more advanced visual voice through,analog materials, and students are welcome to,explore the use of color film in the later part of,the semester.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DPH-151
