PHOT V02 — Digital Photography
This course surveys photographic and video techniques using digital cameras. Students will research and experiment in digital photography and video, which includes history, theory, production, presentation, and contemporary practices. Topics include digital camera operation (photo and video capture) and editing; photographic printing; basic lighting; artistic compositions, including an understanding of the elements of art and principles of design; scanning techniques; file compression and formatting; and use of related software. Emphasis is on technology, content, and theory for creative and commercial applications. New innovations in photography, video, and digital technology will be presented as they are developed.