AT 222 - Digital Photography

Credit Hours: 3

This course is an introduction to digital imaging as it relates to photographic practice, theory, and history. Assignments will emphasize technical skills and conceptual development. Students will learn basic digital image manipulation, and input and output strategies using digital cameras and creative camera controls. Students must have their own digital camera with adjustable exposure and focus.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

demonstrate an understanding of the working process involving the digital darkroom and digital workflow;
develop the ability to use image-editing software;
produce and manipulate photographs in a creative and expressive way;
critique photographic art through acceptable vocabulary;
develop a basic understanding of and appreciation of the history of digital and film photography; and
understand photography as an art form that utilizes visual expression and thematic development.

F/S (N, S)