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PHOT 0090T - Field Workshop: Travel Photography

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Catalog Description Advisory: Completion of PHOT 60A with grade of "C" or better Hours: 13 (7 lecture, 6 activity) per .5 unit Description: Intensive field workshop covering specific locations, methods and processes of travel photography. Includes visual themes, narrative and individual images, composition, equipment, exposure, selection and presentation of photographs. Overview of the population, habitat, environment and geography, culture and traditions of the region being studied. (CSU) Course Student Learning Outcomes CSLO #1: Distinguish subject themes and the unique and defining aspects of travel photography. CSLO #2: Analyze and select camera equipment appropriate for various travel situations. CSLO #3: Compile a portfolio of photographs for visual storytelling of place, people, and events, for peer evaluation. Effective Term Fall 2025 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 the unique and defining aspects of travel photography; 2. Recognize subject themes in travel photography; 3. Identify compositional techniques in visual examples; 4. Discuss fundamentals of photography related to various situations; 5. Select cameras, lenses that are appropriate to the travel situation; 6. Review exposure methods; 7. List gear or supplies for anticipated conditions; 8. Evaluate personal photographic work and the work of other students for impact, communication, and technique. Activity Objectives: 9. Apply fundamentals of photography while photographing and problem solving in various locations; 10. Create visual interpretations of the place, people, and events under study through black and white or color photographs; 11. Expose images correctly to produce photographs which meet traditional standards of craftsmanship and expression; 12. Research location in advance and maintain notes or sketches to augment visual record; 13. Edit photographs for storytelling and expressive sequencing in a portfolio of images. 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 Projects Example: The student will create a portfolio of the photographs which emphasizes visual storytelling and represent the student's strongest work from the field studies. Evaluation will include their success in terms of aesthetics, consistency of style, creativity, storytelling, craftsmanship and presentation. Reports Example: To emphasize the importance of researching a photography location in advance, the student will research a specific travel location and give an oral presentation addressing the historical and culture significance to the area. The presentation will be evaluated based on the relevance of the information shared to the region being photographed, and background and quality of the presentation. Repeatable No Methods of Instruction Activity Lecture/Discussion Activity: While in the field, the instructor will work closely with the students while they are photographing their assignments, assisting students with selecting their equipment, problem solving exposure issues and lighting situations, leading group discussions, and giving mini-lectures. Lecture: Instructor will prepare students for field studies by lecturing on the region to be photographed, preparations for the experience, relevant photographic techniques, and an introduction to themes in travel photography and visual storytelling. The instructor will engage the student in a discussion of these topics, as well as ethical and legal issues regarding photographing people on location and photographing on public and private properties. Students will take notes, participate in discussions and ask clarifying questions. Typical Out of Class Assignments Reading Assignments 1. Read handouts on the region of study, making notes on unique characteristics of the location. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance Maintain a journal with precise locations, personal reactions, names of subjects and distinctive characteristics of each region photographed. 2. Compile written informal research about the area, people, architecture, history, etc., prior to the field study. 3. Write a summary of the informal interview with a stranger and a caption for the photograph taken of your subject. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) 1. Present a portfolio of images from the region with appropriate background information and captions. Required Materials Lonely Planet's Guide to Travel Photography Author: Lonely Planet Publisher: Lonely Planet Publication Date: 2016 Text Edition: 5th Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: The Travel Photographer’s Way Author: Jemil Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides Publication Date: 2022 Text Edition: 1st Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: The Travel Photography Book Author: Kelby Publisher: Rocky Nook Publication Date: 2021 Text Edition: 1st Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course. Supplemental materials will vary depending on location. Materials will include related work and writings of other photographers, maps and information about the locale. Students must furnish camera, film or digital media, processing and presentation supplies.