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Undergraduate Catalog 2020-2021 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

ARTS 319 - Digital Media 3 hours

This course is an introduction to approaches and techniques in digital imaging. Students will learn the fundamentals of digital camera operation and a variety of creative techniques through a number of hands-on assignments, demonstrations and critiques. Composition, exposure control, focus and lighting techniques will be practiced as well as exploring thematic ideas and concepts. Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom will be used to edit, adjust and manipulate images. Digital work-flow, printing and storage will also be practiced. Students will also gain experience working with large format photo printers and will learn how to make prints that are balanced in color, density and contrast. A digital portfolio, printed assignments and a book project will be created throughout the semester exploring the technical and aesthetic potential of digital photography.