Living/Learning
Center Programs
http://www.uvm.edu/llcenter/
The Art of
Photography program is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of both the
technical and artistic aspects of photography. Through a series of weekly program classes,
independent and group assignments, as well as a series of guest lectures and
special workshops, students will: become proficient in the use of 35mm cameras;
develop competency in darkroom techniques; develop advanced skills in
black-and-white printing; gain an understanding of the history of photography
and develop an understanding of new directions in photography that are made
possible by improvements in technology.
During the spring semester, program members will apply the skills that
they have learned in the form of a program group exhibit in the Living/Learning
Center Gallery.
Enrollment in
this program is limited to 14 students who are serious about actively
participating in program activities.
A mandatory weekly non-credit class, utilizing the text Black and
White Photography by Henry Horenstein, will take
place on Wednesday evenings from
Members will
utilize the facilities of the Living/Learning Center Photo Co-op. An $85 per semester Photo Co-op membership
fee is required. Each member will be provided with a limited amount of supplies
(film and paper) to use for program-related assignments, but members should
expect to purchase additional supplies for personal use. Students must own a 35mm camera.
Students will learn the
techniques of taking good photographs, including:
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Proper
identification of camera parts and their function.
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Observation,
measuring and metering of light.
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The
importance of strong composition.
Students will learn the
techniques of printing a good photograph, including:
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How
to develop black and white film.
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How
to make a contact print.
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How
to enlarge a negative to print. Several exercises and assignments will be
incorporated to bring the student from novice to intermediate level printing.
Students will learn to
understand the elements of a compilation or exhibition by producing a complete
photo project.
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The
elements of continuity and style in photography will be explored.
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Students
will edit their photographs for exhibition.
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Proper
techniques for matting and framing photographs will be taught.
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Students
will exhibit work in showcases and in the Living/Learning Gallery.
Students will develop an
understanding of the history of photography and the implications for its
future.
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We
will discover and use the university=s museums and libraries along with slide shows
to uncover the history of photography.
·
Guest
lecturers may be invited from the community to present special areas of
historical or technical interest.
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Required
Course Information |
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Fall
Semester: |
Weekly
1-1/2 hour non-credit class. Wednesdays,
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Spring
Semester: |
Weekly
1-1/2 hour non-credit class. Wednesdays,
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