PHOT 0090B - Field Workshop: Cityscape
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Catalog Description Course Student Learning Outcomes CSLO #1: Compare genres and differentiate methods and approaches to photographing urban subject matter. CSLO #2: Compare alternative compositions and select appropriate camera settings for film and digital photography. CSLO #3: Evaluate lighting situations and correlate with metering for accurate exposures in different environments. CSLO #4: Analyze and edit digital or film-based images to create a portfolio for assessment of composition and communication. Effective Term Fall 2023 Course Type Credit - Degree-applicable Contact Hours 13-78 Outside of Class Hours 17-102 Total Student Learning Hours 30-180 Course Objectives Lecture Objectives: 1. Recall genres and distinguishing characteristics of approaches to urban subject matter; 2. Identify several methods of photographing people in urban settings; 3. Compare alternative compositions of the same subject; 4. Produce images with attention to various compositional elements and camera angles; 5. Select appropriate camera and related equipment for the situation; 6. Compare and contrast ISO selection in film and digital photography; 7. Evaluate lighting situations to determine metering accuracy in different environments; 8. Explain exposure based upon basic daylight exposure ("Sunny 16" rule); 9. Create portfolio of cityscape photographs; and 10. Assess own photographs and the photographs of other students for technique, communication and composition. Activity/Laboratory Objectives: 11. Compare alternative compositions of the same subject; 12. Create abstract and literal translations of a scene; 13. Produce images with attention to various compositional elements and camera angles; 14. Select appropriate camera and related equipment for the situation; 15. Compare and contrast ISO selection in film and digital photography; 16. Evaluate lighting situations to determine metering accuracy in different environments; 17. Analyze, evaluate, and edit digital or film-based images; 18. Create portfolio of cityscape photographs; and 19. Assess own photographs and the photographs of other students for technique, communication and composition. General Education Information Approved College Associate Degree GE Applicability CSU GE Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU approval) Cal-GETC Applicability (Recommended - Requires External Approval) IGETC Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU/UC approval) Articulation Information CSU Transferable Methods of Evaluation Problem Solving Examinations Example: For the objective, "recall genres and distinguishing characteristics of approaches to urban subject matter," student will be asked to photograph in the style of Eugene Atget in Paris, Robert Frank in L.A. or Diane Arbus in N.Y. A final image and a written analysis of the inspired image will be turned in. Evaluation will be based upon a rubric that will include how well the image illustrates the intent or visual style of the referenced photographer, craftsmanship and aesthetics. Projects Example: For the objective, "create portfolio of cityscape photographs," a portfolio of the photographs, which represent the student's strongest work from the field studies, will be turned in. A written self-evaluation should accompany the portfolio of prints. Grading will be based upon a rubric provided to students at the beginning of the class. Components of this rubric will include their success in terms of communication, aesthetics, consistency of style, creativity, craftsmanship and presentation. Repeatable No Methods of Instruction Activity Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Activity: While in the field, the instructor will work closely with the students answering questions, assisting students with lighting, equipment choices, and exposure problems, while providing feedback on composition and camera angle. Lecture: Instructor will prepare students for field studies by lecturing on the region to be photographed, equipment selection, and engage the students in a conversation about methods and ethics of photographing people in an urban setting. Instructor will also prepare handouts and provide web resources that will round out the information on photography and the region. Distance Learning The instructor will create a video lecture demonstrating how use the meter in contrasting lighting situations. Students will apply those skills while on location photographing. Typical Out of Class Assignments Reading Assignments 1. Read the materials describing the locale to be studied and name its general architectural, industrial, geographic and historical features. 2. Read the assigned chapter in the textbook on composition and camera use. Be prepared to define framing, selective focus, hip shot, etc. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Create a photographic "joiner" using at least twenty individual photographs. Include a written analysis explaining how this approach has altered how the image will be interpreted. 2. Produce photographs that illustrate change in the urban environment. 3. Photograph these two interpretations of the urban environment: isolation/loneliness and collectivity/relatedness. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) 1. Create a portfolio of cityscape photographs and prepare them for presentation during the final critique. 2. Use a reflection in a photograph to present another point of view. Required Materials Photography Author: London, Stone & Upton Publisher: Prentice Hall Publication Date: 2016 Text Edition: 12th Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Photography: The Concise Guide Author: Warren Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing Publication Date: 2011 Text Edition: 2nd Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Photo 1: An Introduction to the Art of Photography Author: Stern Publisher: Course Technology Publication Date: 2011 Text Edition: 1st Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course. Camera, film or digital media, processing, printing and presentation materials.
