Discipline: Photographic Technology (Photography) Degree Credit  [X]
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Riverside Community College District
Integrated Course Outline of Record

Photography 14


COURSE DESCRIPTION
14 Basic Studio Photography Units: 3.00
 
Prerequisite(s): PHO 9: Intermediate Photo
Designed to introduce students to the basic theory and principles of studio photography. This course provides hands-on experience in creating studio and environmental portraits with an emphasis on lighting and posing techniques. 27 hours lecture and 81 hours laboratory
 
SHORT DESCRIPTION FOR CLASS SCHEDULE
Introduction to basic studio portraiture with an emphasis on individual head and shoulder portraits.
 
ADVISORY ENTRY SKILLS
Before entering the course, students will be able to:
  1. Demonstrate competency in handling a camera, which includes loading and unloading film, manipulating aperture, shutter and focal length to create a proper exposure as well as control action and depth of field for use in specialized situations.

  2. Produce quality enlargements with appropriate contrast control.

  3. Develop, print, finish and mount black and white salon prints.

  4. Select the appropriate film and exposure techniques to achieve optimal quality and desired results in black and white negatives.

  5. Identify, describe and demonstrate formal concepts of photographic composition.

  6. Distinguish between the characteristics and capabilities of 35-mm cameras and professional medium and large format cameras.

  7. Produce a preliminary portfolio of work demonstrating technical competencies and aesthetic merit.

  8. Define and demonstrate basic elements of lighting for simple still life and basic portraiture.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
 Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

1.   Demonstrate the correct control of studio lighting for head and
      shoulder portraits

2.   Analyze subject psychology

3.   Pose the subject effectively for a compelling image

4.   Produce professional quality portrait negatives and prints
 
COURSE CONTENT
  TOPICS
 
  1.  Proper use of the portrait camera
  2.  Use of studio lighting
  3.  Film and digital exposure for studio lighting
  4.  Subject psychology in the studio
  5.  Posing the head and shoulder portrait
  6.  Styles of portrait lighting
  7.  Soft focus techniques
  8.  Portrait print finishing for presentation
 
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION
 Methods of instruction used to achieve student learning outcomes may include, but are not limited to:

  • Lectures and demonstrations by instructor or guest speakers
  • Laboratory projects that give students the opportunity for skills development
  • Multi-media presentations to enhance and expand on lectures including the use of photographic examples
  • Photography assignments that provide an opportunity for students to practice techniques discussed in lecture
  • Reading assignments that reinforce lecture material and encourage discussion and critical thinking
  • Handouts that detail assignment requirements and specific grading criteria for each assignment
  • Handouts that provide information and samples not contained in the required text
  • Group critique of completed assignments to develop evaluative abilities and learn to speak with precision and clarity to express observations
 
METHODS OF EVALUATION
 Students will be evaluated for progress in and/or mastery of learning outcomes by methods of evaluation which may include, but are not limited to:

  • Grades based on demonstrated proficiency in subject matter
  • Quizzes
  • Completion of studio projects
  • Attendance at lectures and laboratory meetings
  • Participation in group discussion and critiques
  • Critique of portfolio of representative portraits
  • Midterm and final examinations
ASSIGNMENTS

Required Reading Assignments


Required Writing Assignments


Other Outside-of-Class Assignments
 
COURSE MATERIALS
 All materials used in this course will be periodically reviewed to ensure that they are appropriate for college level instruction. Possible texts include:

  • Possible texts include:

    1. A Short Course in Photography, London and Stone, Sixth Edition; Prentice Hall
    2. Photography, London and Upton, Eighth Edition; Prentice Hall
    3. Exploring Basic Black and White Photography, Joy McKenzie, Thomson Delmar
    4. The Portrait, Eastman Kodak Company; Silver Pixel Press
    5. Posing and Lighting Techniques for Studio Photography, Allen; Amherst Media
    6. Portrait Photographers Guide to Posing, Hurter; Amherst Media
    7. The Best of Portrait Photography, Hurter: Amherst Media
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