Courses
Photography
- HER-K 201 Photography 1 (3 cr.) P: Foundation Program. Introduction to black-and-white photography with an emphasis on the development of creative, personal, and photographic vision. The student must have a camera (standard 35mm or larger format) with an adjustable shutter and diaphragm. Film, paper, and film developer are supplied by the student.
- HER-K 202 Photography II (3 cr.) P: Foundation Program. Introduction to black-and-white photography with an emphasis on the development of creative, personal, and photographic vision. The student must have a camera (standard 35mm or larger format) with an adjustable shutter and diaphragm. Film, paper, and film developer are supplied by the student.
- HER-K 211 Introduction to Electronic Media (3 cr.) This course serves as an introduction to electronic photo-based media, including digital imaging and video. Students are introduced to both the technical and conceptual aspects of these media, specifically in relation to contemporary photography. This course will cover digital imaging technique through Adobe Photoshop as well as delve into discussions about digital artists, critical thinking, principles of the photographic language, and aesthetics that relate to and affect personal creativity and expression. No prior knowledge of the computer or video is expected.
- HER-K 212 Topics in Photography (1-3 cr.) This course covers technical issues related to photography and each course will be specific to a topic. Topics include 4x5, Lighting, Final Cut Pro, Sound Techniques, and Alternative Processes with specifics changing from semester to semester. 4 credits
- HER-K 300 Advanced Digital Imaging (3 cr.) P: K211 or permission of instructor. The course will cover time-based digital media techniques as well as delve into discussions about video artists and digital artists, critical thinking, language, and aesthetics as it relates to, and affects personal creativity and expression. This investigation will be accomplished through a combination of producing work, using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere, and Macromedia Director; discussing the work of other photographers who work with digital imaging; and historical lectures. Prior knowledge of computer basics and Adobe Photoshop required.
- HER-K 301 Photography III (3 cr.) P: K201-K202. Exploration of photography as an expressive visual medium and the relationship of photography to culture. Advanced controls over negative production and printing techniques are taught. Students learn to speak critically of their own work, as well as the work of their peers, and other artists. Alternative methods of presentation, beyond the window mat, are introduced.
- HER-K 302 Photography IV (3 cr.) P: K201-K202. Exploration of photography as an expressive visual medium and the relationship of photography to culture. Advanced controls over negative production and printing techniques are taught. Students learn to speak critically of their own work, as well as the work of their peers, and other artists. Alternative methods of presentation, beyond the window mat, are introduced.
- HER-K 303 Color Photography (3 cr.) P: K201-K202 or permission of the instructor. Students are introduced to a theoretical basis for color theory and the psychology of color. On a technical level, color balancing and regional color correction are stressed. In individual color darkrooms, students produce their own color-coupler prints, as large as 16 x 20 inches, from our on-site Kreonite processor. As in the department’s other photo classes, there is an emphasis on developing good exposure and printing techniques. Students are encouraged to develop material conceptually, understand how work is produced, and speak about it.
- HER-K 304 Advanced Color Photography (3 cr.) P: K303. Advanced color photography builds on the skills obtained in K303. Using knowledge gained in color balancing and regional color corrections, students experiment with advanced printing techniques, using materials such as Polaroid and transparency film, as well as alternative processes. Students further their study of significant historic and contemporary photographers and develop an understanding of the relationship of their work to that which has preceded theirs.
- HER-K 311 Individual Research Photography (3 cr.) Junior-level course that will provide special arranged instruction within photography. May take form of a field experience, in which case there will be close collaboration between specialized faculty member and work supervisor, who will jointly evaluate performance.
- HER-K 330 Photo and Intermedia Seminar (Rotating Topics) (3 cr.) This course will allow Photo and Intermedia students to develop their conceptual, technical, historical, and critical knowledge on a variety of rotating topics.
- HER-K 401 Advanced Photography (6 cr.) P: K301-K302, K303, photographic portfolio, and permission of the instructor. An advanced course taught as a seminar for graduating photo majors. During the course of the semester, the student produces two professional-quality exhibitions and a photographic portfolio. Within the context of this class, students may produce mixed media, performance, video, time-based work, as well as traditional black-and-white and color photography. Emphasis is placed on individual instruction, preparation for graduate study, and professional exhibition practice.
- HER-K 402 Advanced Photography (6 cr.) P: K301-K302, K303, photographic portfolio, and permission of the instructor. An advanced course taught as a seminar for graduating photo majors. During the course of the semester, the student produces two professional-quality exhibitions and a photographic portfolio. Within the context of this class, students may produce mixed media, performance, video, time-based work, as well as traditional black-and-white and color photography. Emphasis is placed on individual instruction, preparation for graduate study, and professional exhibition practice.
- HER-K 411 Individual Research in Photography (3 cr.) Senior-level course for students who have already taken K311. Will allow a student additional individualized instruction with a photography faculty member.
- HER-K 412 Individual Research in Photography (3 cr.) Senior-level course for students who have already taken K311. Will allow a student additional individualized instruction with a photography faculty member.
- HER-K 510 Studio I: Photography and Intermedia (6 cr.) P: MFA student or consent of instructor. Introductory graduate course in the materials, methodologies, and general concepts used in photography, intermedia and related objects.