Lighting for Photography

Prerequisite: ARTS 104 and ARTS 125 and ARTS 130 and ARTS 140; and either ARTH 103 or ARTH 104; and either ARTS 216 or ARTS 217; or consent of instructor In this course students learn a wide variety of studio and location lighting techniques for both fine art and commercial photography using both digital and analog approaches. Students produce a portfolio of work that encompasses a wide range of subject matter utilizing a variety of lighting methods covered. Assignments emphasize the use of light for personal expression and visual communication. Students must provide a film or digital camera with manual settings, a tripod, and a handheld strobe light meter. Six hours per week. Offered every third semester. Additional fee required.