FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY Course Syllabus I. Course Title: PGY2401C Photography I Prerequisite(s): none II. Class Meetings: Tuesday & Thursday 1-3:50pm Credit Hours: 4 III. Instructor: Contact: Office Hours: Wes Carson carson@wescarson.com TBA (an appointment by email is always recommended) IV. Course Description: A beginning course with no prior experience required. Lectures, demonstrations, darkroom instruction and critiques are used to teach the fundamentals of photography with emphasis on the black-and-white photo process V. Text: Black and White Photography A Basic Manual by Henry Horenstein (Third Edition) ISBN: 0-316-37305 (Recommended NOT REQUIRED) VI. Course Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to: 4.1. Demonstrate an understanding of the basic operation of a manual 35mm camera, including focusing and exposure functions 4.2. Demonstrate a basic understanding of how light affects film and how to assess proper development of exposed film 4.3. Understand the basic process for creating black and white enlargements 4.4. Apply aesthetics and craftsmanship to create black-and-white photographs suitable for inclusion in a serious student portfolio 4.5. Edit a body of images from contact sheets and work prints to produce a coherent body of work 1
VII. Course Method: Methods of instruction include lectures; demonstrations, slide and video presentations; class discussions; photographic assignments outside of class; critiques and instructor supervised lab time. VIII. Method of Student Evaluation: Participation in class discussions and critiques 10% This is refers to ACTIVE PARTICIPATION not simple attendance. Assignments 40% Assignment 1 = Film Processing Assignment 2 = Photograms Assignment 3 = Camera Operation Assignment 4 = Contact Sheets Assignment 5 = Camera Techniques Assignment 6 = Enlargements Assignment 7 = Contrast Printing Filters Final Project 50% 5 Mandatory Labs 4 Mandatory Work In Progress Critiques Final Critique of Prints & Artist Statement IX. Policy for Class Attendance and Grading : Each absence and/or tardy will incrementally reduce the percentage of the portion of your grade in the attendance and participation category. Absences make it difficult to maintain the quality of work expected in this course. Only work that is complete and turned in on time will be eligible for full credit. Grades for late work will be greatly reduced regardless of the reason. All assignments turned in on time and complete will be eligible for a re-grade. 2
Expectations: *Students are expected to come to class on time, prepared for lecture and lab work. Turn off all electronic media unless specifically required for class. No cell phone use in class or darkroom. * Respect for all materials and equipment in the lab is expected as well as respect for other students work. *Students will keep a binder/folder for all handouts and course materials. It is expected that before attending class all readings or assignments will be completed. *Students will be expected to refer to syllabus or assignment sheets for due dates on all projects. All students are required to attend scheduled critiques whether they have work to show or not. (although I would encourage you to put up whatever you have at the time it is better than nothing). Keep the course outline and syllabus in the front of your notebook and refer to it often. *Changes to the Syllabus are at the discretion of the instructor and it is the student s responsibility to stay informed of these changes. Statement of Academic Integrity: Students at Florida Atlantic University are expected to maintain the highest ethical standards. Academic dishonesty, including cheating and plagiarism, is considered a serious breach of these ethical standards, because it interferes with the university mission to provide a high quality education in which no student enjoys an unfair advantage over any other. Academic dishonesty is also destructive of the University community, which is grounded in a system of mutual trust and places high value on personal integrity and individual responsibility. Harsh penalties are associated with academic dishonesty. For more information see: http:/www.fau.edu/regulations/chapter4/4.001_honor _Code.pdf Students With Disabilities: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), students who require special accommodations due to a disability to properly execute coursework must register with the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) located in Boca Raton SU 133 (561-297-3880), in Davie - MOD I (954-236-1222), in Jupiter - SR 117 (561-799-8585), or at the Treasure Coast - CO 128 (772-873-3305), and follow all OSD procedures. 3
Course Calendar WEEK 1 Tuesday, January 11 Introduction to the course and facilities. Distribution of handouts and supply list. Thursday, January 13 Film Processing Demonstration and Assignment #1 WEEK 2 Tuesday, January 18 Discussion of Photo Chemistry Print Processing Instructions Thursday, January 20 Printing Assignment #2 in the lab. WEEK 3 Tuesday, January 25 Discussion of Camera Operation and Assignment #3 Thursday, January 27 Film Processing Lab WEEK 4 Tuesday, February 1 Turn in Assignments 1-3 at the beginning of class. Camera Techniques Discussion and Assignment #4 Thursday, February 3 Contact Sheet Demonstration and Assignment #5 WEEK 5 Enlarging Demonstration and Assignment #6 Thursday, February 10 4
WEEK 6: Tuesday, February 15 Turn In Assignments 4-6 at the beginning of class. Lecture on Advanced Camera Manipulation Thursday, February 17 Printing Filter Demonstration and Assignment #7 WEEK 7 Tuesday, February 22 Lighting Discussion and Demonstration Final Project Discussion First Critique Thursday, March 3 Thursday, February 25 WEEK 8 Tuesday, March 1 Final Project Lab #1 Thursday, March 3 Assignment #7 is DUE First Critique for the Final Project WEEK 9 SPRING BREAK WEEK 10 Tuesday, March 15 Final Project Lab #2 Thursday, March 24 Second Critique for the Final Project WEEK 11 Tuesday, March 22 Print Finishing Discussion and Demonstration Thursday, March 24 Final Project Lab #3 5
WEEK 12 Tuesday, April 5 Third Critique for the Final Project Thursday, April 7 Week 13 Tuesday, April 12 Writing the Artist Statement Thursday, April 14 Final Project Lab #4 Week 14 Tuesday, April 19 Fourth Critique for the Final Project (MUST HAVE ARTIST STATEMENT DRAFT) Thursday, April 21 Week 15 Tuesday, April 26 Final Project Lab #5 Thursday, April 28 Final Critique Prints and Artist Statement DUE Equipment: You must supply your own 35mm FILM Camera to take this course. This is NOT a digital photography course. Look for the Canon EOS series - Elans and Rebels can be had for very reasonable prices with lenses included. 6
I recommend KEH Camera Brokers - www.keh.com - They are a reputable vendor of used equipment out of Atlanta. Items are shipped quickly so order TODAY! Supplies: Supplies: I recommend B&H Photo in New York as the vendor for good prices and fast shipping. I have set up a wish list with items that you will need. Please note the descriptions below. Some items are required while others are recommended. http://www.bhphotovideo.com/wl/2f8122f4a0 Required: At least 10 rolls of Kodak Tri-X Black-and-White film. Must be 135-36 which means it s made for 35mm cameras and it contains 36 exposures. Do NOT buy black-and-white film from CVS, Target, Walgreens,etc. You will not be able to process this film in the lab. 1 box of 100 sheets of 8x10 Ilford Multigrade IV Deluxe Photographic Paper RC (Pearl Surface) This is Darkroom Paper DO NOT OPEN THIS BOX IN THE LIGHT! 35mm Archival Negative pages (Vu-all, Clearfile, Printfile) 7 strips of 5 frames. Recommended Items on the B&H Wish List Ilford Antistiticum Anti-Static Cloth 13x13 General Brand 1 Stainless Steel Darkroom Dial Thermometer Ilford Multigrade Filter Set 6x6 Other items that you will need to work in the lab: 4-5 rolls of inexpensive 35mm color print film from Walgreens or CVS Scissors Bottle opener Hand Towel Latex Gloves Apron 7