Course Descripons - The Art Institutes

Course Descrip� ons
DPH101 History and Survey of Photography (4 credits)
This course provides a framework for cri� cally considering
signifi cant photographers and their work. Students are expected
to describe, interpret, and evaluate the origins, stylis� c changes,
and ar� s� c innova� ons in the history of photography from the
19th Century through contemporary � mes.
DPH102 Principles of Photography (4 credits)
In this founda� on course, students examine the essen� al tools,
materials, and techniques of photography. The student learns to
use the camera, fi lm processing, composi� on, print fi nishing, and
basic darkroom prin� ng. The student is challenged to inves� gate
the photographic medium and consider its role in image making.
DPH117 Photographic Design (4 credits)
In this course, students experience primary design elements of
visual communica� on as they apply to the photograph. Topics
include image composi� on, color theory, ligh� ng theory and the
art of the cri� que. (Prerequisite: ART100, DPH102)
DPH242 Image Manipula� on (4 credits)
Using drawing and composi� on abili� es, students explore rasterbased
so� ware. Composi� ng, edi� ng, scanning and retouching
are an integral part of the course. Digital cameras and basic
photographic techniques are introduced. (Prerequisite: ART110)
Sequence: follows DPH102 for Digital Photography majors;
GEN109 at ILIC and AIMD.
DPH252 Advanced Image Manipula� on (4 credits)
This course is designed to further enhance the skills acquired
in previous image manipula� on and technology-based classes.
Emphasis is placed on advanced applica� ons and the appropriate
selec� on of variables for the required task. Students study
the possibili� es and constraints of image transport and display
over the Internet. Interface design is studied in an applica� on –
oriented approach. (Prerequisite: DPH242)
DPH253 Digital Photographic Produc� on (4 credits)
In this introduc� on to digital photo produc� on, students become
acquainted with the concepts, hardware, and so� ware related
to digital image acquisi� on, manipula� on, and output, including
scanning, masking, layering, retouching, and prin� ng. (Prerequisite:
DPH117, DPH242)
DPH258 Digital Darkroom (4 credits)
Emphasis is placed on those digital techniques that correspond
to tradi� onal darkroom processes. The course addresses issues
related to color theory, resolu� on, contrast and density controls
and the produc� on of photo quality digital prints from scanned
fi lm and direct digital captures. (Prerequisite: DPH252, DPH253)
DPH260 Fundamentals of Ligh� ng (4 credits)
In this introductory ligh� ng class, the student is introduced to
basic ligh� ng concepts and terminology and how they specifi -
cally relate to media produc� ons. The student learns to iden� fy
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and use various types of ligh� ng instruments and applica� ons.
(Prerequisite: DPH253)
DPH266 Loca� on Photography (4 credits)
This course explores the special needs of loca� on photography,
including both the technical and logis� cal aspects of loca� on
work. Students are challenged with a variety of assignments
related to fashion, portraiture, product, stock, and architectural
photography. (Prerequisite: DPH253, DPH260)
DPH267 Editorial Photography (4 credits)
Students produce assignments related to photojournalism, loca-
� on, and editorial photography. Emphasis is placed on digital
technologies and formal assignment presenta� on. The class is devoted
to subject research and crea� ve photography in both fi ne
art and commercial applica� ons. (Prerequisite: DPH253, DPH260)
DPH315 Advanced Ligh� ng (4 credits)
This course expands on the Fundamentals of Ligh� ng, with an
emphasis on ligh� ng for products and people in both the studio
and on loca� on. The necessary and correct u� liza� on of electronic
fl ash and ligh� ng tools in the studio and on loca� on is covered.
Emphasis is placed on the imagina� ve applica� on of ligh� ng
technique and style. (Prerequisite: DPH260)
DPH319 Photographic Studio (4 credits)
Students develop the ability to solve problems of visual communica�
on through assignments designed to challenge their skills
in ligh� ng, camera opera� on, and commercial interpreta� on. All
aspects of studio photography are discussed from lenses to lighting
and people to products. (Prerequisite: DPH315)
DPH325 Photographic Essay & Visual Narra� ve (4 credits)
This course addresses photography as a narra� ve or illustra� ve
medium used in support of the text content of publica� ons.
Students are required to produce their own rendi� ons of picture
stories, illustra� ons, magazine covers, and page layouts for all
types of print media. (Prerequisite: DPH266, DPH267,DPH315)
DPH405 The Business of Photography (4 credits)
This course reviews considera� ons faced by photographers when
establishing and managing a studio opera� on. Topics include
recruitment, appraisal, and delega� on to a studio staff ; nego-
� a� ng with clients and talent; and the management of large
produc� ons. Students must use business management so� ware
to es� mate costs for photographic work and manage a studio
budget. (Prerequisite: GD404)
DPH410 Specializa� on (4 credits)
In this course, the student elects to specialize in one or more of
the major fi elds of photography, including photographic illustra-
� on, industrial, editorial, photojournalism, landscape/ nature,
commercial and portraiture. Advanced applica� on, marke� ng
and prepara� on of por� olio for employment are stressed. This
is considered to be the most important sec� on of the overall
por� olio requirements. (Prerequisite: DPH325)