Photography

College of Communication

• Photojournalism 1

  COM JO 312
  

  Undergraduate Prerequisites: (COMJO205) - An introductory course for students interested in pursuing a career in photojournalism and visual reporting. Students photograph assignments to the standards of professional news outlets and advance their skills in digital photography for use on websites and in publications. 4 cr. Tuition: $3380

  Summer 2 (June 29-August 7)

  B1 (IND) Wed./Thurs. 1-4:30 pm

  Stephen Haines

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College of Fine Arts

• Photography 1

  CFA AR 243
  

  Students learn to properly expose, develop, and print black and white 35mm film. Lectures introduce historical and contemporary photographic practices. Students have weekly assignments and should be prepared to develop their own ideas. The integration of historical, conceptual, and technical skills broadens experience with the medium and allows students to gain an appreciation for photography as a fine art. In this course, students gain skills and experience not only in making photographs, but also in the analysis and critique of photographic imagery. No previous experience is required, but access to a 35mm camera with manual exposure capability is necessary. Some material costs are expected. Effective Fall 2019, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Aesthetic Exploration, Oral and/or Signed Communication, Creativity/Innovation. 4 cr. Tuition: $3380

  Summer 1 (May 19-June 26)

  A1 (IND) Tues./Wed./Thurs. 9:30 am-12:30 pm

  Summer 2 (June 29-August 7)

  B1 (IND) Mon./Tues./Wed. 9:30 am-12:30 pm

  Greer Muldowney

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• Digital Photography

  CFA AR 515
  

  Provides a basic technical and conceptual understanding of the medium of photography. Students learn the basics of RAW image capture using a 35mm DSLR camera, non-destructive image file management, input and output resolution management, establishment of a digital workflow, adjustment and editing in Adobe Photoshop, and high-end archival inkjet printing. Lectures also introduce historical and contemporary photographic practices. Students have weekly photographing and printing assignments, and should be prepared to develop their own ideas. Access to a digital SLR camera is necessary. Some material costs are expected. Effective Fall 2022, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Digital/Multimedia Expression, Creativity/Innovation, Critical Thinking. 4 cr. Tuition: $3380

  Summer 2 (June 29-August 7)

  B1 (IND) Mon./Tues./Wed. 6-9 pm

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