11187

PHOT 104 Introduction to Photography for Non-Majors

An-My Lê

. . . Th .

9:30 - 12:30 pm

WDS

PART

An introduction to both the techniques and aesthetics of black and white photography as a means of self-expression. Systematic instruction in darkroom techniques along with weekly criticism of individual work will provide the student with a solid basic understanding of the use of the camera as an expressive tool. The student must obtain within the first week of class: 1) a camera (35mm or 21/4”) with fully adjustable f/stops and shutter speeds, 2) a hand-held reflected light exposure meter. No previous darkroom experience is required. This class is open only to Upper College students who have successfully moderated in disciplines other than Photography.

11179

PHOT 105 A Photographic Seeing

Stephen Shore

. T . . .

9:30 - 12:30 pm

WDS

PART

Beyond the material technique of photography lies a visual technique. This involves learning to see the way a camera sees; learning how a photograph, by its nature, transforms the world in front of the camera. The first half of the semester is devoted to exploring this visual grammar of photography and how it clarifies a photograph's meaning and the photographer's intent. During the second half of the semester, students pursue independent projects, putting their visual understanding into practice. Prerequisite: Photography 101 or 103.

11180

PHOT 105 B Photographic Seeing

Gilles Peress

. . W . .

6:00 -9:00 pm

WDS

PART

See above.

11181

PHOT 105 C Photographic Seeing

Tim Davis

M . . . .

9:30 - 12:30 pm

WDS

PART

See above.

11183

PHOT 201 The View Camera

An-My Lê

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1:00 -4:00 pm

WDS

PART

View cameras were the first cameras and were the primary photographic tool for the first half of photography’s history. They offer unexcelled clarity, tonality, and image control. The operation of the view camera and advanced darkroom techniques are demonstrated in this course. The class explores the expressive potential of the conscious use of the camera’s precise control of the image. Students are supplied with 4" x 5" camera outfits. Admission by portfolio. Prerequisite: Photography 105 or 106.

11184

PHOT 203 A Color Photography

Barbara Ess

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9:00 - 12:00 pm

WDS

PART

An introduction to the problem of rethinking photographic picture making through the medium of color photography. Transparencies, color negatives, and type C prints are the technical areas explored. Interested students should bear in mind the higher costs of color materials. Admission by portfolio.

11322

PHOT 203 B Color Photography

Michael Vahrenwald

. . . Th .

1:30 -4:30 pm

WDS

PART

See above.

11182

PHOT 205 View Camera: Hudson Project

Stephen Shore

M . . . .

1:30 -4:30 pm

WDS

PART

View cameras were the first cameras and were the primary photographic tool for the first half of photography’s history. They offer unexcelled clarity, tonality, and image control. The operation of the view camera and advanced darkroom techniques are demonstrated in this course. The class, while exploring the expressive potential of the conscious use of the camera’s precise control of the image, also proposes a class-wide documentary project. After six weeks of technical and darkroom assignments, as well as being exposed to past documentary visual strategies, the whole class will be engaged in a project documenting the city of Hudson. By choosing a common subject, while allowing for individual approaches, the class will explore how a photograph communicates visual information. We will make several field trips during the semester to allow for on the spot discussions of photographic decisions. Students are supplied with 4" x 5" camera outfits. Since all of the class’s photographic work will be done in Hudson, students will need to have a means of transportation. Admission by portfolio. Prerequisite: Photography 105.

11164

ARTH / PHOT 215 Photography in America

Laurie Dahlberg

. T . Th .

2:30 -3:50 pm

OLIN 102

AART

See Art History section for description.

11185

PHOT 302 A Advanced Photography

Tim Davis

. T . . .

1:30 -4:30 pm

WDS

PART

To prepare the student for ongoing independent work, this course emphasizes the exploration of visual problems. At the heart of this exploration is asking good questions of oneself and one's work, seeing how other photographers and artists in other media have dealt with such questions, and "answering" the questions for oneself through individual projects.

11186

PHOT 302 B Advanced Photography

John Pilson

. . . . F

1:30 -4:30 pm

WDS

PART

See above.

11188

PHOT SEM Senior Seminar

Larry Fink

M . . . .

8:00 - 11:00 pm

WDS

AART

The senior seminar is a requirement of all seniors majoring in photography. The seminar meets on a biweekly basis and carries no credit.