Course Description
Exploration of photographing constructed scenes both in the studio and on location. Investigation of the conceptual expression of an idea through a constructed situation with emphasis on artificial lighting techniques. Discussion of historic and contemporary works as well as individual portfolio development.
Additional Requirements for Graduate Students:
Graduate students will be required to engage research
components outside of the art making practice, presenting
written papers and/or oral presentations on historical
movements and contemporary practices. In addition, the studio
work of those enrolled at the graduate level will require more
extensive research and practice resulting in portfolios that
are larger, craft that is more refined, and concepts that are
more fully realized.
Athena Title
Constructed Image in Photo
Prerequisite
ARST 3210
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall and spring
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
The intention of this course is for students to develop a personal expression through creating and photographing a constructed scene. The course will emphasize the integration of artificial lighting techniques including hot lights, strobes, and mixed lighting to create expressive effects. Studio lab work will include technical assignments to develop understanding of these tools, as well as more extensive individual projects exploring the application of these tools into historically aware, conceptually based expressions.
Topical Outline
Overview of historical and contemporary practices in constructed studio and location photography through readings and slide presentations. Lecture topics and slide presentations will cover both the historical and contemporary uses of studio photography and location sets. Studio practice and technical assignments in location lighting techniques including hot lights, strobes, mixed lighting and lighting effects. Development of conceptual expressions utilizing these concepts and techniques.
Syllabus