Photography A100-
Basic Digital Photography
(2)
A basic course to familiarize students with the fundamentals of digital photography. Students will gain practical experience relating to different digital cameras, exposure, light, color, composition and presentation. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. This course may be taken four times. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Photography A101-
Photography & Society
(3)
Lecture/discussion class that explores how photographs function in society, and, in turn, how society determines our visual environment. Images will be analyzed in context of the total photographic milieu: news, advertising, snapshots, art, the internet, TV, etc. Fulfills “100” elective course requirement for Photography Certificate of Achievement. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Photography A120-
Basic Photography
(3)
Discussion and demonstration of basic black & white 35mm photography. Instructions in the theory and technique of camera use, processing film, and making enlargements. Emphasis on photography as a means of communication, personal expression and on the critical evaluation of student work in terms of those goals. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC.
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Photography A120L-
Basic Photography Lab
(0)
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Photography A121-
View Camera
(2)
A basic introduction to view camera techniques. Topics will include; Camera movements, film handling, developing and printing methods and working applications of view camera. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. ADVISORY: Photography A120. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Photography A122-
Personal Expression
(3)
Explores the use of visual language in relation to ideas. Discussion of aesthetics, history of photography and current trends. Advanced techniques are included, but emphasis will be placed on personal expression. Instruction is offered at beginning and intermediate levels. Fulfills" 100" level elective course requirement for Photography Certificate of Achievement. This course may be taken twice. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. This course may be taken two times. ADVISORY: Photography A120. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Photography A123-
Basic Digital Photography
(3)
Discussion and demonstration of digital SLR photography. Instructions in the theory and technique of camera use, working with digital files, and making prints. Emphasis on photography as a means of communication, personal expression and on the critical evaluation of student work in terms of those goals. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC.
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Photography A125-
Imaging with Photoshop 1
(3)
Introduction to the field of digital photographic imaging and image processing with computers. Students will learn basic computer retouching methods and simple image manipulation.
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Photography A125L-
Intro Digital Photo
(0)
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Photography A126-
Imaging with Photoshop
(3)
An introduction to digital imaging for photographers using Adobe Photoshop. Students will learn how to manipulate and enhance digitized images, including retouching for output to a variety of media. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. This course may be taken four times. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Photography A130-
Hist Aesth/Still Photo
(3)
Provides an overview of the history of photography from 1800 to the present. The work of major practitioners is discussed, as well as lesser known figures, and the trends, movements, and artist groups that have shaped the course of the medium. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC.
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Photography A152-
Photo Gallery
(2)
Aids students in the appreciation and critical analysis of contemporary art photography. Presentations and discussions provide background for weekly field-trips to museums and galleries in the Los Angeles area. Course content differs each semester due to the local exhibition calendar. Counts towards "100" level optional course requirement for Photography Certificate of Achievement. This course can be taken four times. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. This course may be taken four times. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Photography A160-
Black & White Photo Lab
(1-2)
Assistance with advanced black & white laboratory, studio, and camera projects. This is a workshop course intended as an augmentative laboratory course for those enrolled in certificate studio/production photography classes. Counts toward “100” level elective course requirement for Photography Certificate of Achievement. This course may be taken four times. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. This course may be taken four times. ADVISORY: Photography A120. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Photography A161-
Digital Photography Lab
(1-2)
Students requiring additional digital laboratory experience. Assistance provided with scanning and printing projects. This is a workshop course intended as an augmentative laboratory course for those enrolled in advanced digital photography classes. Counts toward “100” level elective course requirement for Photography Certificate of Achievement. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. This course may be taken four times. ADVISORY: Photography A125. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Photography A180-
Intro to Prof Photo
(4)
Professional techniques of traditional and digital photography. PREREQUISITE: Photography A120. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Photography A180L-
Intro Prof Photo Lab
(0)
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Photography A187-
Lab Practices
(3)
Study of professional black and white photographic techniques. Emphasis on the following areas; film, developer and paper selection and testing, exposure, contrast control (zone system), advanced fine printing techniques, alterations of photographic materials through intensification and reduction, basic sensitometry and practical photochemistry. ADVISORY: Photography A120. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Photography A187L-
Lab Practices
(0)
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Photography A188-
Commercial Photography
(5)
Overview of the profession of photography. Study and application of the techniques of commercial photography with emphasis on tungsten, strobe and available lighting; small and large products, portrait and architectural photography; advertising illustration, special effects image techniques, and basic business practices. ADVISORY: Photography A180. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Photography A188L-
Commercial Photo Lab
(0)
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Photography A196-
Photo Bookworks
(3)
Use of photographs in artists' bookworks. Major course projects are the production of several unique photographic books. Recommended for photography majors. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. This course may be taken two times. PREREQUISITE: Photography A120 or A180. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Photography A200-
Documentary Photography
(3)
Concepts, aesthetics and history of documentary photography. Strongly recommended for students interested in journalism, material culture and social/political issues. Students may use B&W, color or digital photography. Instruction is offered at intermediate and advanced levels. This course can be taken two times. ADVISORY: Photography A120. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Photography A205-
Prof Digital Capture
(3)
Digital photography for the advanced student. Lectures and demonstrations in current techniques of professional level image capture using small and large format camera systems. Counts towards “200" level elective course requirement for Photography Certificate of Achievement. This course may be taken two times.
ADVISORY: Photography A125. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Photography A220-
Fashion Photography
(3)
Professional fashion photography. Knowledge of color materials is useful. This course may be taken four times. PREREQUISITE: Photography A180. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Photography A225-
Adv Digital Printing
(3)
Emphasis on current techniques of advanced digital printing workflow, digital file preparation, color management and advanced digital retouching techniques. Recommended for those with an interest in commercial, editorial, or fine art work. Counts toward "200" level elective for Photography Certificate of Achievement. This course may be taken three times. ADVISORY: Photogrpahy A125 or Digital Media Arts and Design A193. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Photography A230-
Photography Since 1945
(3)
A critical history of photography from 1945 to the present. Works will be considered from social, political, and art historical perspectives. Will survey the work of major photographers, exhibitions, and critical writers, as well as the ever-increasing role of photography in contemporary cultural life. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. ADVISORY: Photography A130. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC.
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Photography A241-
Business Practices
(3)
Presentation of basic business practices in commercial photography including pricing, marketing, and calculating expenses. Helps students to identify and achieve professional photographic objectives. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Photography A260-
Special Projects
(2)
Development of a photography portfolio. Students may enter at any point in the semester, but must remain until the end of the semester. This course may be taken four times. PREREQUISITE: Photography A180. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Photography A261-
Non-Lab Special Project
(2)
Faculty-directed study into the history, criticism, interpretation, literature, theory, or business of photography, not involving any lab work. Topic(s) and faculty chosen by the student. This course may be taken four times. PREREQUISITE: Photography A120. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Photography A280-
Intro Pro Color Photo
(3)
An Introduction to all aspects of color photography. A strong theoretical basis will be introduced, but primary orientation will be toward solving practical problems in color photography. Areas covered will include color theory, exposure, testing of color materials, filtration, color correction and digital methodologies. ADVISORY:
Photography A180. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Photography A280L-
Intro Pro Colr Phot Lab
(0)
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Photography A282-
Prof Portraiture
(3)
Prepares for employment in professional portraiture. PREREQUISITE: Photography A125 and A180. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Photography A283-
Art Photography
(4)
A critique based studio class focusing on photography as a contemporary art medium – concepts, aesthetics and history of art photography in relation to contemporary art practice in general. Students may use black and white, color or digital photography. Instruction is offered at intermediate and advanced levels. Required for photography majors. This course can be taken two times. ADVISORY: Photography A130. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Photography A287-
Alternative Methods
(3)
An intermediate to advanced course covering modern photographic techniques involved with manipulating the photographic medium. Technical and creative experimentation will be emphasized. This course may be taken twice. ADVISORY:Photography A120. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Photography A288-
Ed/Ad People Photo
(3)
Addresses the topics and skills associated with commercial photography of people, usually on location, for the purpose of conveying a message, idea, or concept in advertising, editorial, and annual report applications. Topics include commercial and retail portraiture, concepts communicated through portraiture, location scouting and lighting. ADVISORY: Photography A188. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Photography A289-
Architectural Photo
(3)
Commercial architectural photography intended for advanced students. Projects in both exterior and interior architectural photography with emphasis on different light sources, perspective and color correction. Some fieldwork with instructor. ADVISORY: Photography A280. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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Photography A290-
Ad Illustration Photo
(3)
Advanced photography students and professional photographers with specific interest in the commercial photography field of advertising illustration. Counts toward "200" level elective course requirement for Photography Certificate of Achievement. ADVISORY: Photography A280. Transfer Credit: CSU.
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