Photography Courses

History of Photography

In this course, students survey the history of photography as both technology and art form as well as the medium's evolution from humble camera obscura to its status as a major conduit of contemporary culture in the digital era. Students learn to identify a wide range of photographic processes and the important figures that utilized them with inten...

Digital Photography Abroad

In this course, students will explore digital capture abroad. Through a series of on-location shoots, lectures, critiques and digital imaging demonstrations, students will create portfolios of photographs revealing their impressions of the chosen location and culture. Digital workflow issues will be addressed throughout the course. An online portfo...

Photography I

This course is a comprehensive study of foundational photographic skills including digital single lens reflex (SLR) camera operation, composition, image organization, processing, and presentation skills. Cameras are available for check out through the WCC Photography Program to complete course assignments. Adobe Lightroom software is used for all i...

Studio Portraits

This course provides tools and techniques commonly encountered in professional retail, commercial, and editorial portrait studios. Students implement an expanded range of lighting strategies and techniques producing photographs of people. Business and ethical issues regarding the production and publication of portraits are studied. Enhancement, ret...

Introduction to the Studio

This is a comprehensive overview of the photography studio workflow, including tungsten and strobe lighting systems. Students obtain a rudimentary command of techniques necessary to illuminate subject matter ranging from still life to portraits. Assignments investigate the technical and aesthetic issues encountered and resolved during the construct...

Film and Darkroom Photography

In this course, students explore the craft of creating high-quality B&W negatives and darkroom prints. Students will learn to use manual 35 mm and medium format film cameras, process B&W film, and print using traditional darkroom methods and materials. Prior photography experience is not required. Cameras are available for student check out to comp...

Digital Photo Imaging I

In this course, students will be introduced to digital photographic imaging using Photoshop. Through a variety of hands-on assignments, students explore ways of working with photographs on the computer. Emphasis is placed on establishing solid foundation skills in digital photographic imaging such as resolution control, effective digital workflows,...

Black and White Digital Imaging

In this course, students will explore a variety of methods and strategies for making monochrome and color-toned black and white images using digital processes. Students learn to optimize camera settings and exposure, in addition to using monochrome adjustments in various software applications. Emphasis will be on learning communicative expression i...

PHO Co-op Education I

Students are placed in an approved industrial work experience to gain skills and knowledge offered by the employer. Together with the instructor and the employer, students set up work assignments and learning objectives to connect classroom learning with career-related work experiences. This is the first of two possible co-op experiences. Level I P...

Color Photo Design

This course concentrates on the visual aspects of design using color in photography. Topics include optical color, color theory, color relationships, emphasis with color, psychological effects of color and color control with Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop and Nik software. Students will print photographs using a color-managed workflow. This course was ...

Alternative Processes

In this course, students will be introduced to the technical and aesthetic aspects of alternative photographic processes. Processes, such as pinhole photography, cyanotype, van dyke brown and lith printing will be used to create new and exciting photographs. Students will discuss how alternative photographic methods can be used to create nontraditi...

Large Format Photography I

In this course, students are introduced to the operation and use of 4x5 large format cameras. Students learn to load and process sheet film, print large format negatives in the darkroom, and scan and digitize negatives for inkjet output. Students also learn the use of perspective and depth of field controls of the camera through view camera movemen...

Large Format Photography II

In this course, students continue exploring the technical and visual components of large format photography, with a strong emphasis on developing a personal project. Demonstrations include the use of roll film adapters, formats other than 4x5, focus and perspective enhancement with view camera movements, contact printing, large print creation and t...

Environmental Portraiture

In this intermediate level course, students will learn the tools and techniques necessary for working with retail, editorial, or commercial clients. Several unique lighting techniques and strategies are implemented to produce photographs of people on-location. Emphasis is placed on preparing all necessary resources, inclusive of models, props, and ...

Photojournalism

Digital Photo Imaging II

This course provides an advanced level of investigation into digital photographic tools and techniques. Emphasis is placed throughout the course on color management and workflow skills. Students will work toward developing their own creative style. Students with experience equivalent to PHO 127 may contact the instructor for permission to waive th...

Portfolio Projects

This course offers students the opportunity to work on an extended photographic project of the individual's choosing. Emphasis is placed on developing a personal style. Students improve their visual problem-solving skills through researching the technical and aesthetic concerns for their projects and through individual and group critiques. Recommen...

Portfolio Seminar

This course is a capstone experience for students completing the photography program. Students will produce a professional portfolio, self-promotional materials and publish their portfolios on the Web. Professional critiques will be conducted on individual portfolios. Students will make contacts with potential employers, clients or transfer schools...

PHO Co-op Education II

In this course, students gain skills from a new experience in an approved, compensated, industry-related position. Together with the instructor and employer, students set up work assignments and learning objectives to connect classroom learning with career-related work experience. This is the second of two co-op courses. Level I Prerequisite: Acade...