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site and materials. The course
investigates basic glass fusing/kiln
forming, casting, and welding
techniques. Students study the work
of contemporary and historically
significant sculptors. For advanced
work in sculpture, glass or metals,
this course can be ―stacked into‖
multiple times by taking Research
Topics in the Visual Arts
FA371/372/471 or 472.
(Offered fall and spring terms)
SA 261
Studio Photography
3 credits (CS)
Students work in a fully equipped
studio using strobe lighting systems,
medium format and digital cameras to
create portraiture, figure and product
photography under controlled lighting
situations. A variety of lighting
techniques are studied. (Offered fall
term)
Prerequisite: SA 161 Photography I, and
SA 162 Photography II, or permission of
instructor
SA 263
Digital Photography
3 credits (CS)
This course covers the practice of
digital photography with emphasis on
using professional production
techniques to build an efficient
workflow to maximize productivity and
creativity with digital photography.
Students learn techniques of image
capture, camera controls, digital
exposure, brightness range and optics
for optimal digital images, color
management, color theory, and
optimizing files for print. Students also
learn image distribution and
organization using Adobe Lightroom
to create an image database using
tagging XIFF data, search, to assist in
cataloging and archiving digital images.
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Students will begin working on a body
of images that reflects their artistic
interests. Creative decision-making,
problem solving, and the relationship
between personal vision and
contemporary art practice will all be
explored. Through discussion, research,
essay writing, critique, and creative
response, students will engage in a
critical dialog with the work of their
peers and recognized contemporary
artists in order to inform their own
creative process.
Prerequisites: SA 161 Photography, SA 162
Photography II, or permission of the instructor
SA 276
Computer Imaging
3 credits (CS)
This course covers theory and practice
of digital imaging in a 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