Photography and Imaging

Majors & Minors

Courses

ELEC 445: Mapping a Site: In & Out of Context

Department
Photography and Imaging
Credits 1.5
Two one-week international collaborative workshops in Sarasota and Antwerp. Working groups consist of faculty and students from: Ringling College of Art and Design; the Royal Academy of Antwerp; St. Lucas Art School, Antwerp; and an additional guest university. Research, interpret and present the histories and creative possibilities of the sites and proposed themes, utilizing the group’s cultural diversity and individual artistic sensibilities. Final work will be displayed in each city, with potential for future publication and exhibitions. Note: Only three students will be selected for this course. Primarily for PI, FA and FILM students. Students from other majors can apply with permission from project coordinator.

ELEC 446: Mapping a Site II: In & Out of Context

Department
Photography and Imaging
Credits 1.5
Two one-week international collaborative workshops in Sarasota and Antwerp. Working groups consist of faculty and students from: Ringling College of Art and Design; the Royal Academy of Antwerp; St Lucas Art School, Antwerp; and Aalto University, Helsinki. Interpret and present the histories and future possibilities of the sites, drawing on each group’s cultural, individual, and artistic sensibilities. Final work will be displayed in each city, with potential for future publication and exhibitions. Note: Only two students will be selected for this course.
Prerequisites

PI majors; minimum 90 credits.

PHOT 232: Location Lighting

Department
Photography and Imaging
Credits 3
Studio Hours
6
Lecture Hours 0
Minimum Study Hours
3
Fundamentals of architectural photography and on-location portraiture. Techniques include: metering for ambient and fill light; white balancing; perspective controls; effective use of portable lights for architectural interiors, exteriors and portraiture.
Prerequisites

PHOT 275 or permission of instructor.

PHOT 265: Color Theory and Practice

Department
Photography and Imaging
Credits 3
Studio Hours
6
Lecture Hours 0
Minimum Study Hours
3

Introduction to the creative use of color in contemporary photography. Topics include: color light theory, the history of color photography, color management and correction, exposure techniques for digital capture and traditional color negatives, intro to intermediate Photoshop editing, scanning techniques, and printing from digital files.

Prerequisite Courses
STDA 115: Lens-Based Communication (FILM, PI)

PHOT 290: The Moving Image

Department
Photography and Imaging
Credits 3
Studio Hours
6
Lecture Hours 0
Minimum Study Hours
3

The course will focus on the creation of time-based works; concept development, video and sound capture, editing techniques, and presentation/installation possibilities. Students will be introduced to contemporary artists and explore a range of structures within time based art.

PHOT 301: Portraiture and Fashion Photography

Department
Photography and Imaging
Credits 3
Studio Hours
6
Lecture Hours 0
Minimum Study Hours
3
Fundamentals of portraiture and fashion photography. Techniques include camera and lighting applications in both the studio and on location. Concept development and cultural awareness developed through an introduction to the history and tradition of photographic portraits, fashion, fine art and advertising imagery. Photographs created for both printed and online formats.
Prerequisites

Minimum 60 credits; PHOT 275.

PHOT 310: Advanced Lighting

Department
Photography and Imaging
Credits 3
Studio Hours
6
Lecture Hours 0
Minimum Study Hours
3
Advanced lighting techniques to produce a photographic illustration of an idea. Utilizes advanced studio lighting techniques in the execution of still-life, portrait and fine art photography. Develop ideas from conceptualization to output incorporating professional studio practices.
Prerequisites

PHOT 275; or permission of instructor.

PHOT 330: Documentary Photography

Department
Photography and Imaging
Credits 3
Studio Hours
6
Lecture Hours 0
Minimum Study Hours
3
Explores role of photography in documenting the human experience. Complete series of projects utilizing classic documentary approaches, as well as a more personal interpretation of people and place.
Prerequisites

STDA 115; or permission of the instructor.

PHOT 334: The Staged Photograph

Department
Photography and Imaging
Credits 3
Studio Hours
6
Lecture Hours 0
Minimum Study Hours
3
Explore the possibilities of conveying meaning, message, and commentary through staging scenes and events for the camera. Considers influence of staged image making on contemporary photography and art and the challenges it presents to traditional picture-making strategies. Study work of key practitioners in this genre; explore these themes and techniques by utilizing them in own work.
Prerequisites

PHOT 275; or permission of instructor.

PHOT 349: Documentary and Experimental Video

Department
Photography and Imaging
Credits 3
Studio Hours
6
Lecture Hours 0
Minimum Study Hours
3
Documentary and Experimental Video uses time-based media to create social/documentary and experimental shorts. The course explores both linear and non-linear approaches to the art of telling stories and considers diverse ways in which images and sounds can be developed over a stretch of time. Open elective for sophomores, juniors and seniors from any major.
Prerequisites

FINE 248 or equivalent or permission of instructor.

PHOT 360: Introduction to Large Format

Department
Photography and Imaging
Credits 3
Studio Hours
6
Lecture Hours 0
Minimum Study Hours
3
Introduces large-format photography by using 4”x5” black-and-white film. Includes the use of camera movements for tabletop, architectural and landscape photography, introduction to advanced printing and film-developing techniques.
Prerequisites

PHOT 151 or permission of instructor.

PHOT 374: Professional Practices/Portfolio

Department
Photography and Imaging
Credits 3
Studio Hours
6
Lecture Hours 0
Minimum Study Hours
3
Prepare for a career in photography by learning the business of professional freelance photography, portfolio development, and effective self-promotion. Examine marketing strategies, negotiating techniques, and methods for building a sustainable photography career. Guidance through editing and sequencing process while designing portfolio for interviews, assistantships, and/or internships.
Prerequisites

None.

PHOT 380: Alternative Processes

Department
Photography and Imaging
Credits 3
Studio Hours
6
Lecture Hours 0
Minimum Study Hours
3

Explores nontraditional photographic processes and hand-applied emulsions using large format film, digital negatives, cyanotype; platinum/palladium; and tintype materials. Emphasis on expanding knowledge and skills in photography by learning both historic and contemporary hybrid processes.

Prerequisite Courses
PHOT 151: Photographic Processes

PHOT 385: Junior Seminar: Special Topics

Department
Photography and Imaging
Credits 3
Studio Hours
6
Lecture Hours 0
Minimum Study Hours
3
Create a photo-based e-zine. Research the many facets of contemporary photographic practice and organize this information along with own work into a photo-based e-zine. Focus on: developing curatorial themes and skills; editing images and text; page design; working collaboratively. Develop curatorial skills by curating three virtual exhibitions throughout semester.
Prerequisites

STDA 115 or permission of instructor.

PHOT 391: Photography Expanded

Department
Photography and Imaging
Credits 3
Studio Hours
6
Lecture Hours 0
Minimum Study Hours
3

An intensive exploration of emerging photo-imaging technologies and processes including: experimental capture using two- and three-dimensional compositing techniques using both photographic elements and computer generated images (CGI). Students will consider the practical, aesthetic and cultural implications of these technologies in producing a new generation of photo-imagery.

Prerequisite Courses
PHOT 290: The Moving Image

PHOT 465: Photography and Media

Department
Photography and Imaging
Credits 3
Studio Hours
6
Lecture Hours 0
Minimum Study Hours
3

Examines how photography is currently produced and consumed in contemporary visual culture. Looks at ways in which new media narratives, artistic content and storytelling are evolving using technologies like 360° video and social media. Students expand on these ideas to create initial thesis ideas and content.

Prerequisite Courses
PHOT 385: Junior Seminar: Special Topics

PHOT 475: Internship

Department
Photography and Imaging
Credits 3
Experience professional practice; build qualifications for entry-level jobs. Eligible students enter into an agreement between the intern and site supervisor, to be negotiated by the intern with extensive input from the Faculty Advisor, Registrar, and AVPAA/Dean of Undergraduate Studies. Documentation of performed work and oral presentation required.
Prerequisites

PHOT 374; 3.0 GPA. Grading: Credit/No Credit.

PHOT 482: PDI Thesis

Department
Photography and Imaging
Credits 6
Research leading to image/video creation on individual topics culminating in a professional gallery exhibition/installation and printed book at the end of the semester. Periodic critiques and reviews of student work by PI and other faculty during the semester.
Prerequisites

None.