Digital Photography & Imaging
Use the latest hardware and software to capture, edit, and print digital photographs. Develop cutting-edge camera techniques, lighting strategies, and photo editing and manipulation skills. Concentrate on the area of photography that interests you most, such as portraits, commercial, photojournalism, fine art.
Portfolio Criteria
Semester One
Technology of Digital Imaging
explore the inner workings of the equipment used by digital photographers
Photographic Techniques 1
basic camera and lighting techniques
Visual Communications
the elements and principles of design applied to photography
Digital Imaging Techniques 1
the foundational skills to manipulate images
General Education Elective
Communications
Semester Two
Photography as Art
the history of photography as a form of art
Trends & Issues in Photography
guest lectures, field trips and independent research
Photographic Techniques 2
studio portraiture, editorial, commercial and architectural photography
Introduction to Design & Presentation Applications
use industry-standard software to create graphics
Digital Imaging Techniques 2
the most common digital photo editing techniques used by photographers
Communications
Semester Three
Web Design 1
plan, design and develop a website
Photographic Techniques 3
advanced studio and on-location photography skills
Portfolio Development 1: Digital Photo
independent work specifically for inclusion in the portfolio
Professional Practices for Photographers 1
fundamental principles of running a photography business
Digital Imaging Techniques 3
comprehensive and complex manipulation of images
General Education Elective
Semester Four
Aesthetics and Criticism
discuss and write about photographs
Portfolio Development 2: Digital Photo
refine and finalize portfolio pieces
Photographic Techniques 4
challenging subjects and situations
Professional Practices for Photographers 2
advanced management and practical financial planning
Digital Imaging Techniques 4
solving complex imaging problems
General Education Elective
Program Coordinator:
Tony Pickard
(705) 728-1968 ext. 1360