Courses
Photography
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Courses in: | College of Arts and Sciences | School of Communication | College of Fine Arts
College of Arts and Sciences
History of Photography
CAS AH 295
An introduction to the study of photographs. The history of the medium in Europe and America from its invention in 1839 to the present. After lectures on photographic theory and methodology, photographs are studied both as art objects and as historical artifacts. 4 cr.
School of Communication
Basic Photography
COM JO 305
Covers camera operation and inkjet printing. There are 19 assignments due throughout the course that help the new photo student to learn about qualities of light, how to freeze action, use depth of field, use a hot-shoe flash in different situations, to shoot at night, to use filters, to photograph a famous person and a self portrait. In the final assignment, students will shoot a photo essay. Covers the basics of Adobe Photoshop; digital hygiene, how to create a filing system, how to color correct and convert images to black and white, non-destructive editing, sharpening, color correction and resolution. Students must provide a digital SLR camera that exposes and focuses manually. They must also provide a hot-shoe flash and inkjet photo quality printing paper. 4 cr.
College of Fine Arts
Photography
CFA DR 169
A general survey of the art and practices of photography with special attention paid to theatrical photography. Focus is especially strong on aspects of history of artists and images, history of photographic technology and processes, and camera basics. No previous experience required. The student work for class is displayed and critiqued digitally, with strong emphasis on digital practice and technology. A digital SLR camera with manual exposure capacity is strongly advised. Contact the instructor at stratton@bu.edu with any questions regarding equipment. 1 cr.
Photography I
CFA AR 415
Designed to assist the student in mastering the techniques of black and white photography, including negative exposure, film development, and print production. Critical evaluation of photographs, relationship of photography to other visual media, study of both historical and contemporary precedents. No previous experience is required, but access to a 35mm camera with manual exposure capability is necessary. Enrollment limited to 14 students. 4 cr.
