ARTS 324
The Documentary Photography Project Fall 2013
Division I
Cross-listed INTR 324
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While every image documents something, the field of documentary photography traditionally uses still images to relate a story about the events and people that shape our world. Students will learn skills required to produce an effective visual narrative. Technical aspects of image acquisition that are particularly useful in conveying information will be reviewed, including manipulation of exposure controls, wide angle composition, and location lighting. Conceptual topics will include myths about “truth” and “objectivity” in photography, and the responsibilities of the documentarian to his/her subjects. Students will practice different types of documentation, and consider techniques for approaching, photographing and interviewing subjects. The practical aspects of developing a story, gaining access, working in unfamiliar environments and editing both individual images and series will be examined. Students will work throughout the semester on planning and executing a documentary project, culminating in an exhibition of their work and production of a print-on-demand book. Acceptance into the class requires strong technical competence, and a demonstrated ability to work independently and to commit to a long-term project. Participants should expect to spend significant time working off campus.
The Class: Format: studio
Limit: 8
Expected: 8
Class#: 1390
Grading: yes pass/fail option, yes fifth course option
Requirements/Evaluation: class attendance is mandatory; participation in class discussion and critiques 20 %; aesthetic and technical strengths of shooting exercises 20 %; aesthetic and technical strength of final project 60 %
Prerequisites: ARTS/INTR 252 and permission of instructor
Enrollment Preferences: base on portfolio review
Materials/Lab Fee: $200
Distributions: Division I
Notes: meets Division 1 requirement if registration is under ARTS; meets Division 2 requirement if registration is under INTR
This course is cross-listed and the prefixes carry the following divisional credit:
INTR 324 Division II ARTS 324 Division I

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