Photography Minor
Overview
The Photography Minor introduces students to a variety of tools and techniques relevant to establishing a successful practice in photography. Students will explore a variety of camera formats (analog and digital, 35mm and large format), lighting strategies, photographic editing methodologies and output procedures applicable to industry and museum standards.
Minor Requirements
18 credit hours
Complete the following:
A course offering an introduction to industry-standard design software and applications, including Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, SketchUp, and other applications tailored to the instructor's expertise. Students can access the Creative Suite on campus computers in Lemmons. Students not accessing on-campus computers should anticipate purchasing the Creative Suite for a personal device. Additional course fee is required.
Introduction to the materials, methods, and techniques used in photography. Additional course fee is required.
A course offering an introduction to graphic design by combining studio work with classroom instruction. Fundamental components of the design process are incorporated to provide students with a robust experience in ideation, research execution, and presentation of projects. Advanced uses of Creative Suite, digital tools, and other emerging software and technologies are explored based on the instructor's expertise. Prerequisite: ARTD 110 Digital Tools. Additional course fee is required.
A weekly seminar course focusing on both professional practice and the application of theory, concepts, and methodology of art historical study by engaging students in discourse surrounding lectures of visiting professional artists. Additional course fee is required.
A course offering further studio development of skills and the introduction of more advanced photographic techniques. A focus on medium and large-format camera use is explored, with cameras available for checkout. Prerequisite: ARTS 230 Beginning Photography, or instructor's permission. Additional course fee is required.
Focuses on the individual artistic development of students as they combine techniques and subject matter into a personal style of visual communication. Additional course fee is required. Prerequisite: ARTS 330 Intermediate Photography.
A course focusing on students' ownership of the conceptual and technical development of their practice and maintenance of a studio space. Students identify, research, and begin creating a body of work and a written thesis in their area of interest. Emphasis is placed on strong technical and formal articulation in support of a compelling, developing thesis concept. Professional practices for the emergent practitioner are examined and implemented. Participation in the Professional Networking visiting practitioner program through studio visits and lectures is a key component of this course. Prerequisite: Art and Design major and senior status, or instructor's permission. Additional course fee is required.
Students must also choose one of the following options:
- Participate in the ºìÐÓ¶ÌÊÓƵ Fox Portfolio showcase: YLW
- Submit artworks for juried ºìÐÓ¶ÌÊÓƵ Fox Student Art Exhibition
- Present a portfolio for review and petition for an alternate exhibition