ARTS 2001 – Fundamentals of Photographic Arts Discussion.

Course Description:Whether you own a point-and-shoot or a more advanced DSLR, this class will give you a better grasp of your chosen tool and the skills to make successful images. We will focus on core photographic concepts as well as some more advanced techniques. The course will include hands-on demonstrations with the camera as well as basic digital image editing techniques. ARTS 2001 – Fundamentals of Photographic Arts Discussion.We will discuss the work of great photographers alongside your own photographs in order to better understand the fundamentals of composition to create compelling imagery.

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Expect to leave the class with a project you are proud of and a working knowledge of your camera. Resources:Website: http://digitalphotominicourse.weebly.com/ I have set up a website for you to use as a supplement to the material from each class session. There is a blog section where you can find links to resources that will supplement what we cover in class, which will be useful for the time you spend working and learning on your own. There is also a Downloads section for lectures and sample files.Supplies:A digital CAMERA is your top priority. It does not matter which kind, though full manual exposure controls are helpful. Having RAW capability is nice but not essential.NORRIS MINI COURSES,NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY1999CAMPUS DRIVE,EVANSTON,IL60208PH:847/467-7112FAX:847-467-0801WEB:www.minicourses.org

A TRIPOD is not essential but very helpful. ARTS 2001 – Fundamentals of Photographic Arts Discussion.There are many options out there. You get what you pay for but having any stabilizing device is much better than having none.STORAGE MEDIA This means an external USB or hard drive or online storage like Dropbox.com. Storing your photos on your memory card is not wise for multiple reasons. Also, when we edit in Photoshop the files will be too large to email. Make sure you have a place to save your work every week, as this is a requirement.Very helpful is access to a COMPUTER with Photoshop CS5 and Adobe Bridge. The computers in this Mac Classroom and many on campus are available for you to use as long as another class is not meeting. You can also download a trial copy of Photoshop Elements or Photoshop from Adobe.com.Policies:This is a community course that is here for your enrichment. Attendance is crucial, because of the nature of an accelerated course it will be difficult for you to catch up on the techniques taught in the session that you may have missed. If you must miss a session, the Blog and Downloads page will be a great resource to help you. While I will not be able to fully re-teach a lesson, I will be available to you. More than that I hope you will voice your questions when you would like for me to go more in depth about a subject or there is something that you do not understand.Photography is learned best by doing. Practice practice practice. Shoot 100 pictures or more per week. Come with questions often.ARTS 2001 – Fundamentals of Photographic Arts Discussion.Week Content Covered Week 1: Camera Controls Introductions & discussion of your goals for course. Camera parts and types (Bring your owners manual to this class). Menu items and shooting modes(Auto vs. Scene vs. Priority).Assignment 1: Photograph a subject of interest to you using different shooting modes to see how that effects your images. Bring 10 images to class on external media (flash or hard drive).

Week 2: Exposure, Black and White Conversion, Intro to Lighting Image show and tell Presentation of influential black and white photographers Black & White conversion practice Exposure compensation. Concept of high-and lowkey Studio session (tentative)Assignment 2: Continue to practice exposure compensation with your camera. Bring 10 high-and low-key images to share on external media (flash or hard drive).Week 3: The Portrait Image show and tell Presentation of photographers who primarily work in portaiture. Discussion of portrait genres and lighting techniques (studio, natural) Review aperture, shutter speed, ISO. Practice editing and cropping. Studio session (tentative)Assignment 3: Practice shooting portraits and try different lighting techniques. Bring 10 portraits, 4 you are proud of (2 in black and white) for next week. If you have a tripod, bring it for next class.Week 4: Composition tips, and Shooting at Night Image show and tell Discuss composition tips and seeing exercises. Experiment with night photography and low light shooting. Shoot outside during class time in groups Assignment 4: Find a subject of your choice and spend time working the subject. Practice rules of composition & seeing exercises. Bring 10 (5 night or low light) images you are proud of to share on external media (flash or hard drive). Week 5: Photography and Contemporary Art Image Show and tell Presentation on Photography as Contemporary Art Discussion about conceptual practices Brainstorm ideas for Assignment 5 and begin working/ planning in class Assignment 5: Shoot 4-8 images that are conceptually driven, based on your own interests or inspired by the lecture.ARTS 2001 – Fundamentals of Photographic Arts Discussion.

Week 6: Creating a Body of Work  Image Show and tell Presentation and discussion on how to create a succesful body of work Sequence editing Trouble shooting/ Course review Assignment 6: Bring in a series of images 10 or more images that demonstrate the use of sequence editing/ story telling Next week bring images you would like to edit in Photoshop Week 7: Basics of Photoshop Introduction to Photoshop Covering the basics of editing, fixing blemishes, color correcting, and selective edits Final Assignment: Create a series of 8-10 images on a subject of your choice. We will discuss options for final output. (I have done a book in the past, but calendars or prints are also options). Week 8: Output Working in class to ready images for final output. Web vs. print. Color space conversion. Upload and order final products. Show & Tell.ARTS 2001 – Fundamentals of Photographic Arts Discussion.

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Fundamentals of Photographic Arts

Introduction

Photography can be a challenging hobby, and it can be even more challenging for beginners. But the good news is that there are some fundamental tricks you can use to take amazing photos quickly and easily. In this article, I’ll share some tips and tricks that will help you learn how to capture great shots in no time!

Introduction to light, shadow and perspective

Light, shadow and perspective are the fundamentals of photography. They’re also the most important part of any artistic endeavor—from portrait photography to landscape work to anything else you think might have a bit of creative flair.

Light is what makes your subject stand out from its surroundings; it helps define the mood you want to convey in your photo. The way light affects us is often a mystery (and sometimes we don’t even notice it!) because our eyes are constantly adjusting between different wavelengths of light as they move through space. But if you know how exactly these changes occur and how they can be used as tools for improving photos, then there’s no limit on what kind of images you can create!

Framing the subject

Framing your subject is an important part of photography. The rule of thirds is a useful way to frame your subject, but it’s not the only option. You can also frame your photograph using the rule of odds or sixths, twelfths, eighths and nines.

The following are some examples:

• Rule of Thirds (1)

The rule of thirds means that you should place two thirds on either side of your focal point (the middle third). This allows you to create visual interest by placing key items in different parts of an image so they stand out from their surroundings or surroundings themselves.

Camera settings

There are three settings to consider when setting up your camera: ISO, aperture and shutter speed.

• ISO represents the camera’s sensitivity to light. The higher the number, the more sensitive it is to light. The lower the number goes, the less sensitive it is. A good rule of thumb: if you can see something clearly through your viewfinder at 100%, then set it at 100% too (if you’re shooting in manual mode). If not, adjust accordingly based on what level of detail you want from your image or video footage—you may need some extra exposure for certain situations!

• Aperture refers to how much space there is between each individual pixel in an image; this affects sharpness as well as depth-of-field (DOF). A wider aperture means that more light reaches each pixel; thus creating a shallower DOF but sharper images overall due to increased resolution across all wavelengths of visible light

Using Lightroom to enhance photos

• Use the Develop module to adjust exposure, contrast and highlights.

• Use the Adjustment Brush tool to selectively adjust areas of the photo.

• Use the Graduated Filter tool in your Library to adjust exposure in a specific area of your photo.

Capturing motion

To capture motion, it’s important to use a tripod and avoid camera shake. A fast shutter speed will freeze the action, while a slow shutter speed will allow you to see some of the movement that occurred between shots. You can also take advantage of high ISO settings by using them in low light conditions or at night if there’s no flash available. In this case, decreasing your ISO setting will help reduce noise levels in your images without sacrificing too much detail or color fidelity.

Take great photos with little effort.

One of the best ways to take great photos is by simply taking some time for yourself. When you’re feeling bored or restless, try taking a few minutes to go outside and shoot something that inspires you. It could be anything from an unusual building in your town or city, to a piece of art on display at your local museum or gallery—or even just a close-up shot of someone else’s face!

You don’t have to be an expert photographer in order for this method of inspiration: all it takes is some patience and dedication (and maybe some practice). After all, no matter how much experience they may have had with their craft before starting out their own businesses as photographers themselves…

Conclusion

By now, you should have a good understanding of the fundamentals of photography. We’ve covered a lot, but we didn’t even scratch the surface of what can be done with this art form. If you want to delve deeper into this area and expand your skill set, we recommend checking out some of our other articles on digital processing.

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