ART 160 Section 1132 Fall 2010
Class Title: Basic photography Time: M-W 11a – 1:50p
INSTRUCTOR: Rob Keller
rkeller@dvc.edu or bordog@me.com
OFFICE HOURS: M-W 10:30 – 11a or by appointment
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This is an introductory photography class structured to provide a solid foundation in black and white analog image making. The class will cover the working knowledge of the basics of traditional black and white darkroom photography. Instruction will include 35mm camera operation, film exposure and development, printing, basic lighting concepts, composition, and photo finishing. This course will emphasize the technical aspects of analog photography including the history, theory and practice. Through specific assignments students will not only gain technical skills, but also develop their own artistic vocabulary by learning to use the photographic medium as a means of creative expression. Class critiques will be used to analyze and discuss photographic images.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
Results for ART-160 course outcomes. Students will be able to...
At the end of the semester each student should have acquired the necessary skills to produce effective and visually compelling photographic images for class presentation.
SLO#1. students completing the course should demonstrate an understanding of basic black and white photographic printing techniques.
SLO#2. students completing the course should demonstrate knowledge of proper black and white photographic film exposure and film processing techniques.
SLO#3. students completing the course should demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles and concepts of composition and design to communicate visually using black and white photographs.
PROJECTS
Projects will be graded on both technical proficiency and creative visual content. Students will be expected to discuss and defend their work. Assignments will demonstrate mastery of technical skills and individual creative expression. Through photographic presentations and discussion, students will gain familiarity with the critical and theoretical debates surrounding photography and analytical dialog.
HANDOUTS AND LECTURES
Each week there will be a lecture and students will receive handouts with the information needed for the next week's assignment. The schedule may change at any time during the semester. If you miss a class or assignment you are responsible for contacting the instructor.
ATTENDANCE POLICY
Attendance means arriving on time and staying for the entire class session. You must be present at all critiques whether or not you have completed the assignment. All students are required to have active communication and dialog. Failure to be an involved participant in the class, tardy arrivals and early departures will affect your final grade. If you have more then 3 unexcused absences you could be dropped from the class. Due dates are important, late assignments could result in a lower grade.
GRADING
All aspects of the class are equally important:
Quizzes – 10%
Monthly Projects –20%
Final Project – 50%
However, your contribution to the CLASS DIALOG AND THE WRITTEN FINAL will weigh very heavily on your final grade.
REQUIRED MATERIALS
35mm CAMERA:
Recommended manually adjustable apertures and shutter speeds.
PHOTOGRAPHIC PAPER:
Recommended: ILLFORD Multigrade II RC
You will need approximately 50-150 sheets for this class.
FILM:
Recommended: Kodak 400 TMAX
You will need 15-30 rolls for this class
Negative preservers (5 frames x 7 rows)
3 ring plastic negative protector, Portable canned air - dust off, Plastic apron, Cotton towel, sharp scissor
RECOMMENDED MATERIALS
Protective clothing and rubber gloves, “Sharpie-type marking pen, and
Optional * Sketchbook for collecting ideas and logging data.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
THIS FACILITY IS FOR USE BY CURRENTLY REGISTERED PHOTOGRAPHY STUDENTS ONLY.
UNIVERSAL DARKROOM LAW -
Keep wet away from dry! There are specific wet and dry areas for all printing areas. Sinks are wet, stations are dry! No wet hands, no wet prints, no trays are to be near the enlargers.
There is an “ABSOLUTELY NO CELL PHONE” policy in place at this facility. All cell calls must be taken outside to avoid disturbing the class.
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