DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY II
ART 142
3 CREDITS
THURSDAY 4:00-6:45 PM
LUNDBERG 111
SPRING 2011
CYNTHIA A. DELANEY, INSTRUCTOR
KAREN BLAIR AND ISAAC DURAN, PHOTOGRAPHY LAB ASSISTANTS
cynthia@cynthiadelaney.com
www.cynthiadelaney.com
CATALOG DESCRIPTION: A continuation of Digital Photography. Employs
further investigation of the digital media and current version of Photoshop.
Prerequisite: Art 141.
Course Outline:
OUTCOMES
MEASUREMENTS
An expanded working knowledge of the
digital camera with respect to its finer
elements of technical application.
Personal use of their own digital camera
with increased image production and
quality.
A thorough understanding of Photoshop
CS4 as a tool for photographers.
Completion of lessons, report, and
semester portfolio covering many tools
and techniques available with this
software program.
Comprehension and application of
individuality and artistic communication
in digital photography.
Display of personal imagery and
evidence of exploration and involvement
with the available tools. Critique sessions
involving self analysis of art projects and
peer exchange.
An appreciation and respect for other
working photographers and artists.
Class discussions and group critiques.
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MATERIALS:
Digital camera, preferably an SLR with at least 10 mega pixels. Cables and
software for downloading images to your own computers. CDs or jump drives for
image storage, Epson Premium Presentation Paper, Double Sided, Matte for digital
use (8.5x10), binder and sleeves for portfolio.
RULES:
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No cell phones calls allowed in class
Arrive on time.
Do not leave early.
Be prepared.
ADVICE: Your grade is highly influenced by your attendance, participation, and
willingness to learn and be flexible.
ASSIGNMENTS: This class is worth 100 points. Here are the following
breakdowns:
Attendance: 5
Alternative surfaces/Scrafito: 10
Book: 15 points
Scanned Project: 10
Lazertran: 10
Collage Portrait: 10
Art Show: 10
PowerPoint: 10
Portrait Shoot: 5
Final Portfolio: 15
ATTENDANCE: One unexcused absence is allowed. All others will affect your
grade. I reserve the right to purge you from the class if you miss three or more
classes without a valid excuse.
GRADING SCALE:
90-100%=A
80-89%=B
70-79%=C
60-69%=D
Below 60%=F
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DAILY SCHEDULE:
27 January:
Introduction, discuss the class schedule, lab schedule, review individual
backgrounds in photography. Go over U-Drive storage. Watch YouTube videos:
1. Funny Photography Lesson
2. More Silly Animal Photos
3. Really Funny People Video
3 February:
Lasertran Experiment: We will create photographic decals that we will apply to the
surface of a smooth, non-absorptive surface such as glass, glazed ceramics, and metal.
Bring your object to class and have a photo picked out ahead of time. 10 points Due
today.
Discuss book project:
You will create your own photo book using www.photoworks.com This is an online
production so you will be able to do some of your work from home. We will go over use
of the website and how to choose the right design for your book. Your book should be
thematic meaning that the subject matter has to be tightly related. You may decide to
create an artist’s book of abstract images, a documentary project, or a book of images
about one particular subject. You are encouraged to include words or captions in your
book if you feel it fits your theme. If you utilize works from other authors you must cite
the author’s name with the text. (Plagiarism is not allowed!) Please think about what
you want to do and make sure you have a well developed idea to tell me about next week.
You will be responsible for ordering the book in due time for our critique. Do not
procrastinate. Get on this right away! The cost of this production is not included in your
student fees. You are encouraged to make larger books but if a smaller one fits your
price range better that is fine. I would really like to put these in the student art show if
we have space. 15 points
Practice time to work on your images.
10 February:
Printing on alternative sources with InkAid. We will prep non traditional sources such
as aluminum, grocery bag, cloth, etc. After drying we will experiment with printing the
images. Have 2 images sized and ready to print. Also, bring your digital card in case we
also use my mini printer.
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Scraffito—Print an image on glossy paper and stylize it by using sand paper and
inscribing tools to transform. 10 points 2 prints due today.
17 February:
Scanning demo—Use the scanner as a tool to create digital images from negatives or
collages from photos and found objects. I will show you how to do both.
Using either a negative or a photograph create a two dimensional collage using a variety
of scanable elements (Please don’t use anything dirty or that will scratch the scanner!)
10 points 1 print due: 3 March
24 February:
Create a new person with collage. We will take old images that you have or ones you
freshly create and cut them up into several parts. They will then be assembled into a
completely new person or creature gluing and affixing the pieces to a background of
construction paper 10 points 1 print due today.
Time to work on your book project.
3 March: Critique scanned images.
PowerPoint Creation: My True Life Story. Using PowerPoint or a similar
presentation software you will create a short (10-15 slides minimum) narrative of your
life. This can be literal or metaphorical. You are simply creating a story about you using
your digital images. The presentation must have some text and can have added items
form clip art, etc. You will need to tell your story when presenting this so make up a
good one and have it prepared in notes. 15 Points. Due 14 April
Show Darkroom Damsel to Digital Dynamo: My True Life Story as an example and
demonstrate how to use PowerPoint.
Art Show: 1-2 images (your choice but nothing that has already been turned in.)
matted and ready to hang. 10 points Due 21 April
10 March: Final Project: Your final body of work will consist of 7-10 photographic
images of a cohesive theme. I want you to thoroughly explore color or shape. If you
explore a color, for instance yellow, all images must be concentrated on yellow subject
matters as the main emphases. If you choose a shape, for instance a circle all images
must include a distinguishable circle in them. This collection will be printed either using
the school printers, Nichol’s Photo Lab, Wal-Mart, or another online photo lab. Minimum
size is 8 x 10. Your images must have titles and will be spread out on a table to view. 20
points Due 12 May.
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17 March:
Class time to work on your projects.
24 March: Spring Break. No class.
31 March:
Class time to work on your projects.
14 April:
PowerPoint presentation due. You will present your work to the class today so be
prepared.
Class time to work on your projects.
21 April: Art Show prints due.
Class time to work on your projects.
28 April:
Field trip on portraiture. We will go to some of my secret spots to make some
interesting portraits. Work with reflectors, diffusers, and available light. Demonstrate
the portable flash softbox. 5 points for participating
5 May:
Class time to work on your projects.
12 May:
Critique final projects.
19 May:
Return work. Farewell.
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