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ART 260

Photography Fundamentals

Art College of Fine Arts and Communications

Course Description

This class serves as an introduction to contemporary art photography and is designed to help familiarize students with current themes and movements within the medium while building a foundation of pertinent technical skills.

When Taught

Fall and Winter

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

6

Fixed

0

Other Prerequisites

Acceptance into an Art or Art Education major

Title

Specialization and Proficiency

Learning Outcome

Students will develop essential camera skills and a basic knowledge of editing software.

Title

Photography in Contemporary Art

Learning Outcome

Students will gain an understanding of the role of photography within the contemporary art dialogue, including a familiarity with a range of prominent artists, key concepts, and movements related to the medium.  

Title

Personal Art Development

Learning Outcome

Students will develop new strategies for art making while addressing conceptual concerns in their work.