Still Photography I: Digital Photography

This course explores the intersections of digital and traditional photographic imaging in terms of technique, critical theory, history and aesthetics. Experimentation with photo-electronic imaging will be practiced and discussed within the context of contemporary art and digital culture. The theoretical backdrop will include issues of representation, mechanization, and authenticity. Historical influences such as 20th century photomontage, documentary photography, layered narrative constructions with image and text, and scientific imaging practices, will be covered in readings and slide talks in order to provide context for assignments, and to further discussions in our regular in-class critiques of student work. Project-oriented studio assignments will allow plenty of time to develop personal content while advancing Photoshop skills. Students will produce printed hard copy, as well as on-screen presentations of images. Prerequisites A 100 level course in Media Arts (Introduction to Media Arts - photo, film or video), Art History, Photographic History or its equivalent.. NOTE: Enrolled or top 5 waitlist students who DO NOT attend the first class session risk losing their place on the class roster.