PHOTOGRAPHY ANNOUNCEMENT OF CURRICULA

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1 PHOTOGRAPHY ANNOUNCEMENT OF CURRICULA General Information City College of San Francisco s Photography Department is one of the oldest and largest programs in the country, with over two dozen courses and thirty-plus instructors. We offer a broad choice of classes from History and Aesthetics of Photography, Advanced B&W Darkroom Techniques, and Advanced Studio Lighting to Photoshop, Mixed Media and Business Practices of Photography. Our faculty and staff consist of experienced professionals who create an environment that encourages creativity, technical aptitude, and critical thinking. Whether your interest is as a fine artist, commercial photographer, or enthusiast, we will provide the means and guidance that will help you achieve your goals. Learning Outcomes Students will be able to: of photography photographic images of higher learning Career Opportunities The Photography Program offers Associate of Science Degrees. The program is designed so that students may satisfy the requirements for graduation from the College. Students who satisfy these requirements receive the major in Photography if they complete the program of study with a B minus (2.75 grade-point average) or higher. The program advisers of the Photography Department will help students who desire to plan special programs of study. Our full-time faculty are available for questions and consultations. Steven Raskin sraskin@ccsf.edu Bob McAteer rmcateer@ccsf.edu Bob Nishihira rnishihi@ccsf.edu Phone: (415) 239-3422 Address: 50 Phelan Avenue Visual Arts Building/V69 San Francisco, CA 94112 Webpage: www.ccsf.edu/photo/ 2

Courses Required for the Associate in Science Degree Major in Photography First Semester Course Units PHOT 50A or 50B History & Aesthetics of Photo..... 4 PHOT 51 Beginning Photography.................. 3 PHOT 53 Photographic Design.................... 2 or.................. 3 Additional graduation requirements Second Semester PHOT 55 Color Theory of Photography............ 3 PHOT 81A Intermediate Black & White Photography. 3 PHOT 83 View Camera Techniques................ 2 PHOT 85A Beginning Lighting Techniques.......... 4 Additional graduation requirements Third Semester PHOT 60A Beginning Photoshop.................. 2 PHOT 85B Advanced Lighting..................... 4................... 2 PHOT 95A Beginning Color Printing............... 4 Additional graduation requirements Fourth Semester PHOT 81B Adv. Black & White Darkroom Tech...... 4 PHOT 90 Portraiture............................. 4 PHOT 99 Business Practices of Photography......... 3.................................. 2 Additional graduation requirements Elective Courses: In choosing electives, students should take at least two units from the following list of courses. Students should select electives in consultation with the program adviser. Course Units PHOT 52 Photographers & Their Images............ 1 PHOT 57 Photography for the Web................ 3 PHOT 60B Intermediate Photoshop................ 3 PHOT 67 Digital Negatives for Darkroom Printing... 3 PHOT 80 Outdoor & Ambient Light Photography.... 3 PHOT 82 Zone System Techniques................. 3 PHOT 86 Mixed Media & the Photographic Image... 3 PHOT 89 Large Format Transparency.............. 3 PHOT 95B Intermediate Color Printing............. 4 PHOT 101 Selected Topics........................ 1 PHOT 102 Selected Topics........................ 2 PHOT 102B Documentary/News Photography....... 2 PHOT 103 Selected Topics........................ 3 PHOT 104 Selected Topics........................ 4 PHOT 118 Independent Study..................... 2 PHOT 130 Portfolio Production................... 2................................. 46 Additional graduation requirements including general education units....................... 25 28 3

2 PHOTOGRAPHY ANNOUNCEMENT OF COURSES PHOT 50A. History and Aesthetics of Photography (4) FALL, Lec-4, field trips May be used for graduation requirements, Area E The history of photography including the lives and achievements of important photographers presented in illustrated lectures. Students will visit museums to view photographs first-hand. A class designed to stimulate visual thinking and creative problem solving. Films are shown to supplement slide lectures. CSU/UC PHOT 50B. History and Aesthetics Since 1945 (4) FALL & SPRING, Lec-4, field trips Available as an online course. History of photography since 1945, highlighting achievements of important photographers. Designed to stimulate visual thinking and creative problem solving. Topics covered are: avant garde, surrealism, symbolism, fictional photographs, structuralists, post modernism, contemporary tableau, pop art, social change, contemporary color, and investigation of photographic interactions with painting, video and performance. Visits to museums and galleries. CSU/UC PHOT 51. Beginning Photography (3) FALL & SPRING, Lec-2, lab-3, field trips Advise: PHOT 53 (concur.) A basic course introducing photographic capture, processing and output practices. Introduction to small format cameras including both film and digital; exposure calculations, film and digital file processing, printing, and presentation techniques. This course explores both the technical and aesthetic aspects of photography. CSU/UC, UC/CAN: ART 18 PHOT 52. Photographers and Their Images (1) FALL & SPRING, Lec-1 Repeat: max. 2 units Professional photographers present and discuss their work in both technical and aesthetic terms. This is a unique opportunity for photography students to meet world-renowned photographers and to discuss topics in a question and answer format. CSU PHOT 57. Photography for the Web (3) FALL & SPRING, Lec-3, lab-1 Available as an online course. Prereq.: IDST 120 Coreq.: IDST 130 An exploration of techniques used to acquire, prepare, image sizing, optimization and compression, and basic webpage construction leading to the production of an online portfolio from a simple gallery to a customized website. CSU PHOT 60A. Beginning Photoshop (2) FALL & SPRING, Lec-2, lab-1, field trips Prereq.: GRPH 25 or CIS 100M or demonstration equivalent Macintosh computer skills Advise: PHOT 51 An introduction to the field of computerized electronic imaging. The technical aspects of Photoshop will be emphasized. Classroom time includes demonstrations of software and hardware, and in-class lab exercises. CSU 4

PHOT 60B. Intermediate Photoshop (3) FALL & SPRING, Lec-2, lab-3, field trips Prereq.: PHOT 60A, PHOT 51, DSGN 101 or GRPH21 An intermediate level lecture/lab course for students to expand their capabilities in Photoshop. Intermediate techniques in the manipulation, alteration and enhancement of digital photography will be emphasized. This in-depth exploration of the digital photograph will provide the student with skills to create their own expressive images and explore the various electronic methods of output. Students will integrate the technical resources that are available to them in preparation for a rapidly changing field. Class demonstrations, projections and critiques of student work will be used. Students will complete lab exercises in class. CSU PHOT 67. Digital Negatives for Darkroom Printing (3) SPRING, Lec-3, lab-1, field trips Prereq.: PHOT 51, PHOT 60A Advise: PHOT 81, PHOT 86 Creation of film negatives from digital files for use in a traditional darkroom. Students will perfect their negatives in the digital realm, output them using digital techniques and then print them using traditional, historical and alternative methods in the darkroom. PHOT 80. Outdoor & Ambient Light Photography (3) FALL & SPRING, Lec-3, lab-1, field trips Prereq.: PHOT 51 Advise: DSGN 101 A hands-on, how-to course in managing natural light. to relate lighting to photo-aesthetics and visual communication. PHOT 81A. Intermediate B&W Photography (3) FALL & SPRING, Lec-3, lab-3, field trips Prereq.: PHOT 51 technique using small and medium format cameras. Includes camera filters, push processing, more advanced darkroom controls, greater speed and responsiveness to subject matter, and a deeper understanding of photographic theory and its application. CSU PHOT 81B. Advanced B&W Darkroom Techniques (4) SPRING, Lec-3, lab-3, field trips Repeat: max. 8 units An intensive exploration of the controls and materials of the black and white photographic process. The course emphasizes fine printing, optimization of the negative, archival processing procedures, exact calibrations of the zone system and an exploration of various films, papers and developer combinations. CSU PHOT 82. Zone System Techniques (3) FALL, Lec-3, lab-3, field trips Advise: PHOT 83 An exploration of the Photographic Zone System through the use of special light metering, processing, and fine printing techniques. A study of the integration of aesthetics, calibration of camera and exposure meter to film, calibration of film to photographic papers, development of film for specific lighting conditions, printing and other techniques associated with the Photographic Zone system required for assignments. The production of a fine portfolio of images using the Zone System for presentation to clients or galleries and museums. CSU PHOT 83. View Camera Techniques (2) FALL & SPRING, Lec-2, lab-1, field trips Prereq.: PHOT 51 Advise: PHOT 85A An exploration of 4 x 5 view camera through hands-on experience. Investigation of perspective control, camera movements, film processing, and printing as applied to studio, architecture, and fine arts photography. The department will provide students with 4 x 5 cameras. PHOT 85A. Beginning Lighting Techniques (4) FALL & SPRING, Lec-3, lab-3 Prereq.: PHOT 51 Through demonstration and hands on experience students explore the basic and technical use of ambient, tungsten and electronic flash illumination as it is used with color and black and white film. Students will work with a variety of lighting equipment and accessories. CSU 5

PHOT 85B. Advanced Studio Lighting Techniques (4) FALL, Lec-3, lab-3 Prereq.: PHOT 85A, DSGN 101 Advise: PHOT 83 Advanced lighting techniques with an emphasis on electronic strobe and mixed lighting methods as used client-photographer relationships, solving photographic problems imaginatively, and building a quality portfolio. CSU PHOT 86. Mixed Media and the Photographic Image (3) SPRING, Lec-2, lab-3 Repeat: max. 6 units An exploration of the photographic image, exposing students to the concept of manipulation of the original to reveal forms of expression which are unattainable not only to established non-silver processes, but also to the integration of more contemporary media. CSU PHOT 90. Portraiture (4) SPRING, Lec-3, lab-3 Prereq.: PHOT 85A, DSGN 101 An introduction to photographing people, utilizing tungsten, strobe, and daylight, with an emphasis on multiple lighting techniques in the studio and on location. Working successfully with subjects. Lighting techniques for social portraiture, including wedding, school, yearbook, family and executive portraiture, will be analyzed and applied. PHOT 93. Editorial Photography (2) FALL, Lec-2, lab-1 Techniques leading to a creative treatment of typical editorial assignments, including use of several format cameras, variable lenses, multiple electronic flash and typical effects essential to quality storytelling pictures. Students produce a portfolio including hard-core news, feature news, publicity, public relations and feature story photographs. CSU PHOT 99. Business Practices of Photography (3) FALL & SPRING, Lec-3, field trips A course for both commercial and fine arts photographers who want to run a successful business. Topics include promotion, freelance skills, billing, taxes, pricing your work and copyright laws. CSU PHOT 101, 102, 103, 104. Selected Topics (1-2-3-4) Lec-1/2/3/4, and / or lab-2/3/6, field trips Prereq.: varies with topic PHOT 101B PHOT 101C PHOT 101D PHOT 101E PHOT 101F PHOT 101G PHOT 101G Hand Tinting Photographs Self Portraiture Landscape Photography Informal Portraiture Polaroid Transfer Pinhole Photography Digital Negatives for B&W Contact Printing PHOT 102A. Architectural Photography (2) FALL, Lec-2, lab-1 Prereq.: PHOT 85A, DSGN 101 Advise: PHOT 83 The process of documenting buildings and other structures in their environment. Interiors and exteriors of domestic places are photographed for architectural applications. Topics specifically related to issues of architectural photography include: perspective control, use of different format cameras, filtration for incompatible light sources, attention to detail and dylight effect on form. The role of the relationship of the photographer to designer will be examined. CSU PHOT 102B. Documentary/News Photography (2) SPRING, Lec-2, lab-1 An exploration of photojournalism and documentary photography as applied to newspaper and magazine work, photo essay assignments and book projects. Legal and business issues, including fund raising and grant writing to support extended projects. Captioning and writing text to accompany photographic work. Mastering of story format using a variety of photo equipment and materials. CSU 6

PHOT 130. Portfolio Production (3) Lec-3, Lab-3 Prereq.: PHOT 81B or 95A or 85B or 90 or 93, DSGN 101 Repeat: max. 6 units Students will produce a portfolio that begins the process of preparing them for a professional photography career, photographic gallery exhibition, or transfer to a four-year institution. The class will address technical and aesthetic issues as well as portfolio presentation and marketing strategies. CSU DSGN 150. Color in Design (3) Lec-3, Lab-3, field trips symbolic, professional and personal uses of color through individual and collaborative design projects. An interdisciplinary study of the basic properties and theory of color, creating color relationships and harmonies, and optical, psychological and spatial effects of color in various media. CSU/UC PHOT 501A. Photography for the Enthusiast (2) Lec-2 Repeat: max. 4 units A basic course introducing photography and camera use to the general enthusiast. Introduction to small format cameras, color films, elementary lighting, and the aesthetics of photography. DSGN 101. Design Fundamentals (3) Lec-3, Lab-3 Advise: ESL 150 or ENG 92 May be used for graduation requirements, Area E A visual design course, covering the theories, processes, vocabulary, techniques and skill common to design disciplines. Practical application of knowledge through individual and group exercises and projects. DSGN 105. Survey of Collaborative Design (3) SPRING, Lec-3, Field trips A survey of influences and forces throughout history that drive change in design. Focus will be given to how collaborative processes lead to change. Students will research, analyse and discuss design case studies. DSGN 110. Rapid Visualization (3) Lec-3, Lab-3 Advise: ESL 150 or ENG 92 May be used for graduation requirements, Area A or E A free-hand drawing course for the development of visual thinkers, covering processes, methods, strategies, terminology, conventions, techniques, and skills for the rapid visualization of ideas in design. Practical application of knowledge through individual and group exercises and projects. CSU/UC 7

PHOTOGRAPHY DEPARTMENT SPRING 2012 CLASS SCHEDULE 30255 PHOT 50B/001 LEC M 9:00-12:00 CLOU 246 Perry 31269 PHOT 50B/831 ONLINE M/S TBA LIBR 304 Perry 30256 PHOT 51/001 LAB M 9:00-12:00 VART 165 Degani LEC W 9:00-12:00 HC 203 Weston 30257 PHOT 51/002 LEC M 11:30-2:30 VART 115 Weston LAB M 3:00-6:00 VART 145 Weston 31272 PHOT 51/003 LAB M 12:00-3:00 VART 145 Williamson LEC W 12:00-3:00 HC 203 Williamson 32548 PHOT 51/004 LAB T 12:00-3:00 VART 145 McAteer LEC R 12:00-3:00 HC 203 McAteer, 31891 PHOT 51/005 LAB R 9:00-12:00 VART 145 Degani LEC R 1:00-4:00 HC 204 Degani 30258 PHOT 51/006 LEC T 12:00-3:00 HC 202 Gentry LAB R 12:00-3:00 VART 145 Gentry 31271 PHOT 51/007 LEC T 11:30-2:30 HC 203 Raskin LAB T 3:00-6:00 VART 165 Raskin 31241 PHOT 51/501 LAB M 6:00-9:00 VART 165 Williamson/Perry LEC W 6:00-9:00 HC 202 Staff 31273 PHOT 51/601 LAB SAT 9:30-12:30 VART 165 Hough LEC SAT 1:00-4:00 HC 202 Hough 30847 PHOT 52/591 LEC M 6:30-9:30 VART 115 Berman 31756 PHOT 57/831 L/L ONLINE Massalski 32320 PHOT 60A/001 L/L R 2:00-5:00 VART 165 Raskin 31392 PHOT 60A/501 L/L W 6:00-9:00 VART 165 Raskin 30852 PHOT 60B/001 LAB M 1:00-4:00 VART 165 Gentry LEC W 1:00-3:00 VART 165 Gentry 32691 PHOT 67/501 L/L R 9:00-1:00 VART 165 Gentry 32367 PHOT 80/001 L/L T 12:30-4:30 HC 204 Williamson 31196 PHOT 81A/001 LAB M 12:00-3:00 HC 202 Raskin LEC W 12:00-3:00 HC 202 Raskin 30858 PHOT 81B/501 LEC M 6:00-9:00 HC 214 Nishihira LAB W 6:00-9:00 HC 214 Nishihira 30861 PHOT 85A/001 LEC M 9:00-12:00 HC 202 Berman LAB W 9:00-12:00 HC 202 Berman 30862 PHOT 85A/501 LAB M 6:00-9:00 HC 214 McAteer LEC W 6:00-9:00 HC 214 McAteer 30867 PHOT 86/001 LEC W 1:00-3:00 ART 102 Spragens LAB W 3:00-6:00 ART 102 Spragens 31286 PHOT 90/501 LEC T 6:00-9:00 HC 214 Turner LAB R 6:00-9:00 HC 214 Turner 33041 PHOT102B/501 L/L T 6:00-9:00 ARTX 260 Harding 32321 PHOT 130/001 LEC M 12:00-3:00 HC 206 Nishihira LAB W 12:00-3:00 BNGL 221 Nishihira 31947 DSGN 101/001 LEC M 2:00-5:00 MUB 360 McAteer LAB W 2:00-5:00 MUB 370 McAteer

PHOTOGRAPHY DEPARTMENT SPRING 2012 CLASS SCHEDULE 32979 DSGN 101/004 LEC M 9:00-12:00 ART 103 Heilweil LAB W 9:00-12:00 ART 103 Heilweil 32291 DSGN 105/004 LEC F 12:00-3:00 ART 103 Degani NOTES Layout by the Lauren Porter Emerge Studio F11.22