Summer Photo 101 is an eight week introduction to photography that begins with an examination of basic photographic skills and gradually introduces advanced approaches to applying these skills to a variety of subjects and assignments through class presentations, group critiques, and assignments. Students are provoked to push their photography further. There will be one optional weekend fieldtrip in mid-course.

Prerequisites:

None. See 'What To Bring To Class'

Course Outline:

The Basic Camera Controls
Lenses and Aperture
Shutter Speed and Motion
Exposure
Portraiture
Landscape and Urban Photography
Fine Art Photography
Photographic Presentation

What To Bring To Class:

Items which are either a must or highly recommended in order for students to enjoy the learning experience:

Mandatory:
Manual-capable film or digital SLR camera

Highly Recommended:
Tripod
Additional Lens(es)
Remote / Cable Release
Filters

Course Expectations: Students are expected to print a minimum of...

• 30 images per week during the course
• a minimum of two 8x12 enlargements for assignments
• provide weekly proof prints (4x6) for group discussion