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creative context. Technical skills are developed with an
emphasis on using digital tools to begin creating a personal
vision. Students learn how to capture, control, manipulate
and print digital images using Adobe Photoshop, a desktop
computer, analog and digital cameras, scanners, desktop and
large format printers. Students learn Photoshop technique by
completing a series of assignments and exercises that cover
basics of digital imaging theory, digital camera RAW file
adjustments and management, image sizing and resolution,
basic image control, tonal and color correction, retouching,
hand coloring, sharpening, noise management, filtering,
addition of text, creative selection, contrast masking, layer
masks, collage and montage techniques, and more. Prerequisite:
SA 161 Photography I
SA 309 Special Topics in the Arts
3 credits (CS)
This is a repeatable course in which the content varies each
year. Different faculty from a variety of programs across the
College may teach this rotating course. The content depends
on the faculty member's expertise and the needs and interests
of the student population. Potential topics include a mix of
SA and FA courses: Art and Autobiography, Art and Politics,
Museum as Medium, the Landscape Tradition, Photo-based
Installation Art, Mural Painting, Public Art, Artist's Books,
Sports Photography, and Fashion Photography. Prerequisites
may be necessary for certain offerings.
SA 311 Life Drawing and 3-D Forms
3 credits (CS)
This course explores the relationship between two- and threedimensional
representation of the human form. Students
draw and sculpt the figure, concentrating on proportion and
anatomy. Emphasis is on personal artistic growth as well as
process, technique and content. For advanced work in figure
drawing, this course can be "stackedǁ‖ (taken multiple times by
taking Research Topics in the Visual Arts FA371/372/471 or
472). (Offered spring term) Prerequisite: SA 211 Figure Drawing
or permission of the instructor
SA 320 On Assignment: Location and Documentary
Photography
3 credits (CS)
Students learn the techniques of documentary,
photojournalistic and assignment photography. Students learn
on assignmentǁ‖ by creating their own photo stories and
completing various editorial photographic assignments
designed to mirror common assignments for publication.
Students work on and learn to shoot both in-depth projects
and single eventǁ‖ assignments. Location lighting,
environmental portraiture, event, fashion, sports, and action
photography, pre shoot planning, access, ethics, model
releases, working with the subject, and editorial strategies are
covered. Students also study the work of well-known editorial
photographers and photojournalists, both historic and
contemporary to create an understanding of the history and
development of documentary photography and its role in
society, as well as to inspire more accomplished student work.
Prerequisite: SA 161 Photography I, SA 263 Digital Photography, or
SA 276 Computer Imaging, or SA 261 Studio Photography, or
permission of instructor
SA 325 Large Format Photography and Fine Printing
3 credits (CS)
Large format cameras are capable of producing the highest
photographic quality possible, and are thus the tool of choice
for professional and fine art photographers when image
quality is of paramount importance. In this course, students
study the history, theory and use of these cameras, and
produce their own body of creative work suitable for their
professional portfolios. Prerequisites: SA 161 Photography I, SA
162 Photography II, SA 261 Studio Photography, or permission of
instructor
SA 330 Forensic Photography
3 credits (CS)
This course examines the theory and techniques of forensic
photography as a tool to aid in crime scene investigations,
surveillance techniques, and presentation of photographic
and imaging proof at trial. The methodologies used to teach
this course include lectures, laboratory work, PowerPoint
presentations, videotapes, case studies, and class discussions.
Prerequisite: SA 161 Photography I
SA 351 Museum as Medium
3 credits (CS)
This course is designed for students who are interested in all
aspects of gallery work and museum collections and those
who are preparing for future opportunities in exhibiting their
own work. It is structured as a shared research and gallery
practicum course that directs a critical lens on the use and
function of exhibition space and the museum and gallery as
spatial material and framework for culture.
SA 361 Site and Space
3 credits (CS)
This course stresses advanced work in the concepts and
techniques involved in making 2-D and 3-D works of art that
respond to the issues of site and space. Students are
introduced to pertinent contemporary artworks and are
required to be innovative in their own art making. For
advanced work in Site Space, this course can be "stackedǁ‖
(taken multiple times by taking Research Topics in the Visual
Arts FA371/372/471 or 472).
Prerequisite: SA 131 Design and Color Theory, SA 132 Structuring
Human Space or SA 111 Drawing: Composition and Perception, or
permission of the instructor
SA 365 Alternative Processes
3 credits (CS)
This course introduces students to a wide range of alternative,
experimental and historic photographic processes including
transfers, cyanotypes, VanDyke Brown, and Gum
Bichromate printing. Students will learn to achieve stunning
and unique photographic effects utilizing these unusual
techniques. In addition to weekly assignments, each student
will realize a major project using the process of his or her
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