Photography

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO #1 Demonstrate an understanding of lighting conditions in the natural landscape.
• Change ISO setting to accommodate low and bright light.
• Change bracketing functions for exposure.
• SLO #2 Demonstrate competence with auxiliary equipment.
• Set up a tripod, cable release and self-timer functions.
• SLO #3 Describe the history of photography in the area.
• Visit the the Ansel Adams Gallery in Yosemite Valley.
• Write a critical analysis of a photographer.
• SLO #4 Produce a portfolio of digital or traditional photographs.

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO #1 Create images with a cell phone or tablet
• Explore advanced options in cell phones or tablets for image capture, including altering speed, video and panorama modes
• Use multiple lenses (or accessories) to take photographs
• Apply visual design concepts to take photographs
• SLO #2 Post process images using specialized mobile apps
• Explore a variety of photographic apps to control color, contrast, and other image corrections
• Use apps in advanced settings to create an individual style
• SLO #3 Photograph images in a variety of lighting conditions
• Explore low light, artificial light and ambient light options
• SLO #4 Create a digital portfolio using a cell phone
• Investigate social media options for sharing images
• Post images on social media for personal promotion

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO #1 Perform color calibration on a variety of digital hardware devices
• analyze targets on at least 3 different paper types
• use a spectrophotometer to read targets
• create profiles based on target outcomes
• SLO #2 Manage color in Photoshop
• manipulate color profiles for accurate proofing
• SLO #3 Demonstrate color management workflow principles
• SLO #4 Print images using a variety of output options including labs, home and professional printers
• create a final portfolio of images using a variety of paper finishes and output options
• SLO #5 Recognize and describe differences in paper finishes

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO #1: Import photographs into Lightroom
• describe the difference between a collection and library
• use keywords and stars to rate images
• compare and rank images side by side
• SLO #2: Work on images using the development module
• describe the options in each portion of the modules
• alter exposure, contrast, and color; both locally and globally
• perform and create presets on images
• SLO #3 Export photographs from the Lightroom
• describe steps for exporting to a folder or the web
• complete a batch process export including file name and file format changes
• SLO #4 Complete a final project in image management
• perform a presentation of the final image gallery

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO#1: Capture video footage with a DSLR or mirrorless camera
• define and describe different cameras that offer video capture
• manipulate custom camera settings to optimize video capture
• use stabilization accessories
• SLO #2 Capture sound files for video
• experiment with in-camera and off camera options for sound capture
• SLO #3 Set up lighting for video capture
• experiment with different lighting techniques, including ambient, LED and tungsten sources
• SLO #4 Edit video footage
• describe different video editing software
• produce a 3-5 minute video project
• SLO #4 Describe digital storytelling
• analyze various videos for editing, sound, and music
• create a map that charts the components in a multimedia piece

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO#1: Capture images with a cell phone, DSLR or mirrorless camera
• apply principles of good composition and framing
• describe how 3D space translates to 2D space
• SLO #2 Use a variety of exposure settings to capture a digital image
• shoot images with the manual and auto modes
• apply concepts of over or under exposure based on lighting
• SLO #3 Use software to manipulate digital images
• perform basic image correction with image software
• prepare and size images for printing and sending via email
• SLO #4 Develop visual literacy skills
• describe compositional elements
• produce a research project that includes photographers of diverse backgrounds

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO#1 Identify software applications used for alternative processes
• describe applications for contact printing
• describe the differences between cyanotype, platinum and pallidium printing
• SLO#2 Design custom curves for digital negatives
• create step wedges for each process
• determine d-max for each process
• experiment with transparency OHP materials
• SLO#3 Produce a portfolio of alternative process digital prints
• mount images archival
• write an artist statement

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO#1 Describe different hosting options for a photographic website.
• articulate specific needs for different genres of photography
• determine different costs of hosting services
• SLO #2 Prepare imagery for uploading
• edit photographs for content and genre
• sequence images for formal relationships
• resize and sharpen final images
• SLO #3 Demonstrate web-site workflow principles through the creation of a final project
• produce a price list
• create soundtracks

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO #1 Describe options for flash units
• define guide numbers as a criteria for flash
• describe differences between name brand and off brand flash units
• SLO #2 Use on-camera flash
• create images that use: bounce flash, fill flash, flash-ambient, high-speed synch, multiple burst and a variety of lighting ratios
• SLO #3 Use a flash unit with a cord
• create different lighting patterns that use: side lighting, bounce lighting, and backgrounds with and without detail
• SLO #4 Use off-camera flash
• use transmitters to create a multiple flash set up

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO#1: Import photographic images into Lightroom using advanced tools.
• Describe the difference between a collection and smart collection
• Compare and rank images using keywords, color coding and star rating.
• Formulate and evaluate effective keywords used in archiving process
• SLO #2: Process images with Lightroom's advanced development module.
• Utilize advanced black & white development features and advanced color correction methods.
• Utilize Lightroom's advanced tools to adjust exposure, stack image exposures and sync images.
• Create and apply customized presets.
• SLO #3 Utilize Lightroom's advanced features to export photographs.
• Describe advanced tools and features used for image export.
• Complete batch processing export of images including file name and metadata.
• SLO #4 Complete a final project using Lightroom's slide show and web modules.
• Create and give a presentation using the web module.

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO #1: Actively engage in intellectual inquiry beyond that required in order to pass a course of study (College Wide Learning Outcome – Area 4).
• Discuss and outline a proposal of study (that can be accomplished within one semester term) with a supervising instructor qualified within the discipline.
• Design an independent study (to be completed individually or by collaboration of a small group) to foster special knowledge, skills, and experience that are not available in any one regularly scheduled course.
• Use information resources to gather discipline-specific information.
• SLO #2: Utilize modes of analysis and critical thinking to apply theoretical perspectives and/or concepts in the major discipline of study to significant problems and/or educational activities (College Wide Learning Outcome – Area 3).
• Analyze and apply the knowledge, skills and experience that are involved in the independent study to theoretical perspectives and/or concepts in the major discipline of study.
• Explain the importance of the major discipline of study in the broader picture of society.
• SLO #3: Communicate a complex understanding of content matter of the major discipline of study (College Wide Outcome – Area 3).
• Demonstrate competence in the skills essential to mastery of the major discipline of study that are necessary to accomplish the independent study.
• SLO #4: Identify personal goals and pursue these goals effectively (College Wide Outcome – Area 4).
• Utilize skills from the “academic tool kit” including time management, study skills, etc., to accomplish the independent study within one semester term.

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO #1 Operate a manual 35mm camera and lens
• expose black and white film shot under a variety of light sources
• use accessory equipment for a 35mm camera including: flash unit, tripod, filters, and cable release.
• recognize and use good compositional techniques
• SLO #2 Use light sensitive materials
• differentiate between a variety of films and papers
• process black and white film
• operate an enlarger
• produce test strips and contact sheets
• produce enlargements using cropping, contrast, and dodging and burning techniques
• SLO #3 Describe basic digital imaging techniques
• explain basic image capture, manipulation and output
• SLO #4 Produce a portfolio of images
• retouch and mount a final image

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO #1 Operate a digital camera
• adjust ISO for proper exposure
• adjust white point for proper lighting
• use accessory equipment for a digital camera including: flash unit, tripod, filters and cable release
• recognize and use good compositional techniques
• SLO #2 Analyze a variety of image storage and media options
• use and compare digital media
• SLO #3 Produce a digital portfolio
• perform basic image manipulation in Photoshop
• use a variety of digital output options
• retouch and mount a final image

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO #1 Expose and develop images using a variety of lighting
• push and pull images
• apply the zone system to exposure and development
• solve equivalent exposures
• SLO #2 Produce an image made with studio lights
• set up studio lighting equipment
• operate a light meter in ambient, spot and flash modes
• SLO #3 Produce an archival print
• use fiber based paper with correct processing and mounting
• SLO #4 Create alternative process images
• differentiate between high contrast, infra red, multiple imagery, solarization, toning, and hand-coloring.
• create a collage
• SLO #5 Produce a portfolio
• generate ten images using techniques from the class

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO #1: Use advanced functions of a digital camera
• adjust for correct white balance in difficult lighting condition
• identify all menu options in a DSLR
• SLO #2: Produce an image made with off camera lighting
• position lights to create a low or high key portait
• SLO #3: Perform multiple-step image correction with image software
• use levels and curves to adjust image contrast and density
• use multiple layer techniques
• SLO #4: Produce a portfolio
• generate ten images using techniques from the class

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO #1 Explain fundamental color theory and its application in color photography
• produce images with limited color, dominant color, harmonic color and complementary color
• explain color temperature and white balance
• SLO #2 Expose, post process and output color images
• apply color correction to images
• explain the effects of polarizing, color compensating and light balancing filters
• differentiate between a variety of digital output options
• SLO #3 Use artificial lighting to explore color temperature and dramatic effect
• explain how artificial lighting relates to color temperature
• experiment with gels and artificial lighting
• explain lighting ratios and how they relate to subject contrast in color
• SLO #4 Develop a personal style using color imagery
• produce a portfolio of imagery
• write an artist statement relating to color

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO #1 Compare various professions in photography
• research the skills and training required to enter various fields of photography
• observe a photography professional in the field
• SLO #2 Produce a portfolio
• determine a personal area of interest in photography
• select and correctly use the appropriate camera equipment necessary for various jobs in the photographic industry
• SLO #3 Produce job related materials
• craft an elevator pitch, mission statement, resume, price list and business card
• SLO #4 Produce a business plan
• create an executive summary for business
• describe products and services rendered with business
• perform market analysis review and develop key marketing strategies
• create a financial plan related to chosen business
• SLO #5 Investigate branding related to chosen genre of photography
• investigate competitors
• establish brand personality
• choose a business name
• research logo design
• apply branding consistently across business materials

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO #1: Define documentary photography
• describe the history of photojournalism
• identify major historical and contemporary photojournalists
• critique documentary photographs
• SLO #2: List the steps in becoming a photojournalist
• identify the difference between newspaper and magazine photography
• apply and demonstrate understanding of ethics of photojournalism
• SLO #3: Produce a portfolio of documentary images
• demonstrate an understanding of principles of editing and sequencing
• shoot in difficult lighting situations
• shoot and edit a photographic essay
• SLO #4 Produce a documentary multimedia piece
• capture audio for multimedia content
• use an adjustable digital camera to capture video footage
• use editing software to compile footage

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO #1 Adjust a view camera
• set up a view camera
• utilize all view camera movements, including: swings, tilts, rises, falls and shifts.
• apply these movements to control focus and perspective
• SLO #2 Use the view camera in a variety of settings
• produce a large format image in an architectural style
• produce a large format image in the studio
• produce a large format photograph on location
• SLO #3 Develop sheet film
• experiment with tray and tank methods of development
• SLO #4 Print a 4x5 negative
• adjust the enlarger for 4x5 negatives
• apply advanced printing procedures such as making and flashing to create superior prints
• produce a portfolio of photographs made with a view camera

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO #1 Use the Zone System
• test film speed and digital ISO settings
• apply the zone system to exposure and development
• use a large format camera
• produce prints with a full range of zone values
• SLO #2 Use advanced printing techniques
• perform print flashing, masking, dodging and burning, masking to traditional or digital prints
• experiment with developers and toners to produce archival prints
• SLO #3 Use advanced black and white digital conversion techniques
• compare black and white conversion techniques
• SLO #4 Produce a portfolio
• explore digital fine art printing techniques and determine techniques necessary for production
• define warm tone and cold tone papers

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO #1 Make a pinhole camera
• research material options for a handmade camera
• use film and paper inside a handmade camera for exposure
• SLO #2 Make contact prints
• explore several methods of enlarging negatives
• produce a digital negative
• SLO #3 Research and produce various alternative processes in photography
• produce a timeline outlining historical processes in the history of photography
• produce images using each of following techniques: cyanotype, van dyke brown, and platinum-palladium
• produce several images using the following techniques: cliche-verre, gum bichromate, albumen, calotype, sun print, photogram, and silver-toned
• SLO #4 explore digital fine art printing techniques and determine techniques necessary for production
• define warm tone and cold tone papers
• SLO #5 Participate in a class exhibition
• research local gallery options
• secure a date for exhibition
• produce a promo piece for the exhibition
• produce and frame prints
• hang the exhibition

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO #1 Research two types of alternative processes
• Create a multimedia presentation of two types of alternative processes and their practitioners
• Compile a research folio containing written research, visual examples and personal examples of researched processes SLO #2 Create contact prints
• SLO #2 Create contact prints
• Explore several methods of enlarging negatives Produce a variety of digital negatives independent of instructor
• Produce a variety of digital negatives
• SLO #3 Produce various alternative processes in photography
• Produce a themed portfolio using two to three alternative photographic processes
• Document each processes as they are completed
• SLO #4 Participate in a class exhibition
• Research local gallery options
• Secure a date for exhibition
• Produce a promo piece for the exhibition
• Produce and frame prints
• Hang the exhibition

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO #1 Create portraits in a variety of lighting conditions.
• use available light and reflectors for outdoor portraiture
• use strobe equipment, in the studio and on-location
• describe flash-ambient exposure for indoor exposure
• SLO #2 Identify professional practices in the portraiture industry
• develop a price list and model release form
• describe market trends in the Sacramento area
• SLO #3: Investigate a variety of posing techniques
• experiment with different posing strategies for individuals and groups
• SLO #4: Create a digital presentation for clients
• create a portfolio of images for client review

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO #1 Create portraits in a variety of lighting conditions
• shoot group and individual portraits outdoors using fill flash
• balance ambient and artificial light
• SLO #2 Use studio lighting equipment
• describe accessory equipment for strobes including: reflectors, soft boxes, umbrellas, scrims, snoots, reflectors and flags
• use advanced functions with strobe equipment in the studio and on-location
• set up studio accent lights
• describe and identify lighting ratios
• use a flash meter in a variety of advanced modes
• SLO #3 Identify professional practices in the portrait industry
• develop a price list and model release form
• describe marketing trends in the portrait industry
• SLO #4: Create a portfolio of portraits
• explore different portrait genres including actor, executive and business headshots, environmental portraits, engagement and wedding portraits, formal portraits, candid lifestyle portraits and group portraits
• experiment with a variety of output choices and determine which are most suitable for portfolio presentation

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO #1 Use artificial lighting equipment.
• use a flash meter in a variety of modes
• calculate and apply lighting ratios to determine exposure
• describe studio accessories, including: booms, flags, c-stands, gels, scrims, reflectors, umbrellas, and softboxes
• SLO #2 Produce a portfolio of images created using artificial light.
• experiment with a variety of props, backgrounds and tabletop options
• prepare and participate in on-location studio shoots, including: on-sight research, equipment handling and set-up procedures, and roles in assisting.
• SLO #3 Investigate a career as a studio photographer
• attend a field trip to an industry professional's studio or participate in a video chat with an industry professional.
• research websites and on-line resources for studio photography

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO #1 Use studio lighting equipment
• use a flash meter in a variety of advanced modes
• use strobe and studio accessories, including booms, flags, c-stands, gels, scrims, reflectors, umbrellas and softboxes
• describe characteristics of lighting, including sources, color temperature, modification, multiple strobe, matching light to subject and creative applications
• utilize tethering technology for critical details and focus
• SLO #2 Produce a portfolio of images created in the studio
• photograph images with challenging surfaces and subjects including: glass, plastics and metal
• recreate successful images found from outside sources
• participate in on-location studio shoots, including location research, and equipment safety setup procedures
• produce an image by levitating an object in the studio
• SLO #3 Study market trends in studio lighting
• critique successful images
• develop strategies for marketing a portfolio, including: studying local market trends, and changing presentation styles for clients
• meet with a professional in the field (for example, an art director) to discuss professional expectations

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO #1: Produce photographs using various camera, film and digital choices
• Acquire and import digital files, set-up and scan slides and prints digital photographs.
• SLO #2: Produce photographs using various digital techniques
• Demonstrate competency with Adobe Photoshop.
• Assess and retouch digital images using a variety of tools in Photoshop.
• Compose digital images with copy including usage of layers.
• SLO #3: Demonstrate color digital photographic workflow principles through creation of a final printed project
• Integrate established workflow, edit and prepare images for digital printing output
• Create a photo portfolio
• Output completed digital files.

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO #1: Produce photographs using various camera, film and digital choices.
• demonstrate competency in using a variety of scanning devices, including flatbed and transparency.
• demonstrate competency in acquiring various types digital files.
• SLO #2: Demonstrate proficiency in advanced software applications related to digital imaging such as Adobe Photoshop, Bridge and Lightroom.
• demonstrate competency in advanced digital manipulation techniques such as using layers, masks, curves, blend modes and paths.
• SLO #3: Create a digital portfolio and related materials for job preparation.
• produce multiple promotional materials using a variety of advanced digital manipulation techniques.
• produce a complete portfolio demonstrating competency in advanced digital imaging techniques
• SLO #4: Create related materials for job preparation.
• create self promotional materials using a variety of advanced digital manipulation techniques

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO #1: Define the major movements in the history of photography
• recognize and categorize imagery from major photographic movements
• evaluate visual and cultural significance of photographic imagery
• SLO #2: Evaluate diverse visual styles in photography
• contrast and compare contemporary photographic imagery and historic examples of photographic imagery
• analyze photographic imagery
• SLO #3: Evaluate archived imagery
• investigate photographic archive repositories
• select, categorize and organize important photographic imagery in archive repositories
• SLO #3: Describe photographic processes from the 19th century to the present
• create examples of historical processes
• SLO #4: Reflect and respond to photographic imagery
• recognize connections between historic imagery and contemporary imagery
• SLO #5: Explore photography's ability to affect cultural changes
• evaluate the impact of photographic imagery on historical events
• evaluate how globalization has affected photography
• describe how photographic artists are producing socially impactful imagery
• SLO #6: Investigate photographic representation
• analyze how various cultures engage with the medium of photography
• reflect and analyze personal photographic history and personal photographic archive
• analyze photographic representation of diverse cultures
• create presentations analyzing the impact of photographic imagery created by underrepresented image makers

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO #1: Formulate standards of judgment based upon reference to the history, purpose and aesthetics of photography.
• Differentiate historical periods, genres and styles of photography.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the materials and techniques used in the production of photography.
• SLO#2: Incorporate problem solving and analytical skills in completing class writing and projects.
• Evaluate the basic visual and design elements in photography utilizing photographic vocabulary and concepts.
• Apply knowledge from lectures in creating simple photographic images.
• SLO #3: Interpret how various cultures engage with the medium of photography.
• Describe, view, and share photographic images created across various cultures.
• Evaluate the visual and cultural significance of photographic imagery.
• Compare visual and written language as a means of communication within various cultures.
• SLO #4: Explore photography's ability to affect cultural changes and shifts.
• Evaluate the impact of photographic imagery on historical events.
• Evaluate how globalization has affected photography.
• Describe how photographic artists are producing socially impactful imagery.
• SLO #5: Explore the impact of light in image making.
• Evaluate and compare how photographers are using innovative light capture techniques
• Utilize and record various methods of light capture.
• Explore and create innovative light capture methods.
• SLO #6: Evaluate the impact of marginalized and intersectional photographic image makers on photographic history and photographic communication.
• Research, compare and formulate theories that address how marginalized and intersectional photographers have impacted photographic history.
• SLO #7: Explore Innovative Photographic Communication.
• Investigate social media and Generative Artificial Intelligence's impact on image making across cultures.
• Create imagery that addresses and uses new methods of image making.
• Develop visual literacy skills through evaluation of various methods of photographic communication.

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO #1: Actively engage in intellectual inquiry beyond that required in order to pass a course of study (College Wide Learning Outcome – Area 4).
• Discuss and outline a proposal of study (that can be accomplished within one semester term) with a supervising instructor qualified within the discipline.
• Design an independent study (to be completed individually or by collaboration of a small group) to foster special knowledge, skills, and experience that are not available in any one regularly scheduled course.
• Use information resources to gather discipline-specific information.
• SLO #2: Utilize modes of analysis and critical thinking to apply theoretical perspectives and/or concepts in the major discipline of study to significant problems and/or educational activities (College Wide Learning Outcome – Area 3).
• Analyze and apply the knowledge, skills and experience that are involved in the independent study to theoretical perspectives and/or concepts in the major discipline of study.
• Explain the importance of the major discipline of study in the broader picture of society.
• SLO #3: Communicate a complex understanding of content matter of the major discipline of study (College Wide Outcome – Area 3).
• Demonstrate competence in the skills essential to mastery of the major discipline of study that are necessary to accomplish the independent study.
• SLO #4: Identify personal goals and pursue these goals effectively (College Wide Outcome – Area 4).
• Utilize skills from the “academic tool kit” including time management, study skills, etc., to accomplish the independent study within one semester term.

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• SLO #1 DEMONSTRATE AN UNDERSTANDING AND APPLICATION OF PROFESSIONAL WORKPLACE BEHAVIOR IN A FIELD OF STUDY RELATED ONE’S CAREER.
• Understand the effects time, stress, and organizational management have on performance.
• Demonstrate an understanding of consistently practicing ethics and confidentiality in a workplace.
• Examine the career/life planning process and relate its relevance to the student.
• Demonstrate an understanding of basic communication tools and their appropriate use.
• Demonstrate an understanding of workplace etiquette.
• SLO #2 DESCRIBE THE CAREER/LIFE PLANNING PROCESS AND RELATE ITS RELEVANCY TO ONE'S CAREER.
• Link personal goals to long term achievement.
• Display an understanding of creating a professional first impression.
• Understand how networking is a powerful job search tool.
• Understand necessary elements of a résumé.
• Understand the importance of interview preparation.
• Identify how continual learning increases career success.
• SLO #3 DEMONSTRATE APPLICATION OF INDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE AND THEORETICAL CONCEPTS AS WRITTEN IN LEARNING OBJECTIVES IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE EMPLOYER WORK SITE SUPERVISOR.