Introduction to Photography

Enhancing design ideas through image making.

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The illiterate of the future will be the person ignorant of the use of the camera as well as the pen.

—Laszlo Moholy-Nagy

Objective & Outcomes

This course acquaints design students with the field of photographic image making, how images are constructed, and the ways they are used to communicate. Students learn the fundamental principles of image making, color theory, lighting, and digital image processing through the practice of creating images.

Upon completing the course, students will have a basic competency in digital photography and use these skills to assist them in their design studies and careers.

Typical Schedule

Session 1: Basic Photo Skills & Composition
Session 2: Digital Post-Processing & Advanced Techniques
Session 3: Color Theory
Session 4: Color Management & Image Sequencing
Session 5: Studio Lighting & Portrait Photography
Session 6: Studio Lighting & 3D Model Photography
Session 7: Portfolio Presentations