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Kellogg Community College
Arts and Communication Department
Shuichi Murakami, Instructor

INTERMEDIATE PHOTOGRAPHY

I. COURSE OUTLINE:
Subject
Area		 Course
Number		 Course
Title		 Credit
Hours		 Contact
Hours
ART AR223 Intermediate Photography 3 96
II. COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course will refine techniques, analysis, and production of black and white photographs. The student will be challenged to investigate and explore his or her own creative direction. Students are expected to complete this course with technical proficienty and to have a fuller understanding of photography's critical context in contemporary art. This course or its equivalent is required prior to enrollment in ART 224.
III. PREREQUISITE: Art 222
IV. RECOMMENDED FOR:
Art majors, art education majors, architecture majors, graphic design majors, multi-media broadcasting majors and other majors who deal with image making. RECOMMENDED FOR COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY TRANSFER STUDENT.
V. COURSE OBJECTIVES:
The student must understand the importance of basic photography skills: the camera, the film and the print. The student will be exposed to more advanced refinement of the black and white techniques: different kinds of fiber papers, black and white films, developing chemicals, toning materials, camera formats and lighting. Ideation, problem solving and intuitive exploration is integral to this course.
    VI. METHODS OF INSTRUCTION:
    1. Lectures
    2. Demonstrations of the Equipment
    3. Slide presentations
    4. Critiques
    VII. REQUIRED TEXT & SUPPLIES:
    Camera
    A Single Lens Reflex (SLR) 35mm Camera with manual capabilities.
    (Nikon Camera with wide, normal, and telephoto lens for photography student's use) If you are interested in purchasing a new or used camera consult your instructor first, you may be able to save some money.
    Black and
    White Film:
    Each week a minimum of 1 roll of Kodak Try-X ($4.19 each) or T-Max or Ilford HP 5 Plus 400 ($3.09) or Agfa Agfa Pan APX 400 ($3.36) 135-36 exposure, or 2 4/1 or 4 x 5 film.
    Negative File:
    Print File 7 strips, 5 or 6 frames, 3 hole (35-7B). 25 sheets $5.95 and/or other format.
    Binder:
    For negatives, contact prints, prints and handouts (To be a good photographer you must be organized). Clear vinyl three-hole sleeves (for print presentation). 99c at Staples
    Paper:
    If you do not have your own filter, buy Ilford Multigrade IV RC Deluxe
    8 x 10 Glossy MGD. 1M 25 sheets value pack with free filter and a booklet (about $25 worth), equal to $12.09.
    Cotton
    Swabs:
    To clean film dust.
    Towel:
    Keep your hands clean and dry.
    Mat
    Boards:
    6 - 12 16 x 20 front windows and backing boards 4-ply, white mount board (buy larger sheets to cut down to save money). Please have extra in case of mistakes.
    Photo
    Corners:
    Buy at Wal-Mart about $1.50 for 200 corners
    Text:
    Photography by John Upton, Sixth Edition ( available at KCC bookstore)

    there will be extra materials needed later during the course.
    Strongly
    Recommended:
    Film Tank: 1 or 2 Paterson Film reels and 2 reel processing tank. $19.95.
    Ilford Anti Static Cloth: cleans film $6.49.
    Dust blower - any canned duster or dust remover.
    (School has limited supply, you will have to share with 50 other students. In other words, unless you can not afford it, buy it. It is worth the money)
    Other
    Recommended
    Materials:
    Apron - Protect your clothing from the chemical stains.
    Gloves - If you are sensitive to any chemicals please use during processing to protect yourself.
    Scissors - For film cutting.
    Loupe Agfa 8X Loupe ($7.49) - to examine your film quality.
    Radio or CD player - You may play music in any photography area - use commonsense.
    All darkroom chemicals, and lockers are provided. Also you will have some access to photographic equipment.
    Students need to schedule a minimum of four (4) outside class lab hours per week.
    We may have one or two field trips.

    Portfolio required for review at the end of the semester.
    VIII. DISCLAIMER:
    Information contained in this syllabus was, to the best knowledge of the instructor, considered correct and complete . However, this syllabus should not be considered a contract between Kellogg Community College and any student, nor between the instructor and any student. The instructor reserves the right, acting within the policies and procedures of KCC, to make changes in the course content, instructional techniques and course assignments without notice.
    POLICY:
    1. Absolutely no excuses for any absence, late attendance, late assignments, and/or any missed requirements in this class. For fairness in grading for all, there are no excuses allowed. The student must complete all assignments on time. The student must take responsibility to make up missed assignments and missed classes.
    2. Regular class attendance and participation is imperative. Important material is covered in each class period and it is crucial that you attend all sessions. After three (3) absences (two (2) tardies (five minutes after class begins), or two (2) early dismissals count for one (1) absence), you will be penalized one full grade point for each absence (e.g. A-B, B-C, C-D), regardless of the reason for your absence.

    3. If you accumulate more than four (4) absences you may be dropped from the course. If you reach four absences in the semester, a warning for excessive absences will be directed to Student Support Services. If you reach six (6) absences, I will request that the administration remove you from the course. To avoid being dropped, you must contact me within two days of accumulating your 6th absence.
    4. All students must behave properly and participate positively in the class: making presentations and making thoughtful comments on other's presentations.
    5. Late assignments (regardless of any excuse or missed due date class) will be penalized by lowering a whole letter grade per class day late.
    6. In the event of school cancellation, the assignment due dates will not change.

    7. If you know in advance that you will have a problem to attend class or complete your assignment, you may notify your instructor in advance to avoid the full penalty (you are still responsible for your missed class or assignment).
    8. Please do not handle equipment or chemicals unless authorized and directed to do so. If you do not know, ask the instructor.
    9. Respect the professor and fellow students, never using improper language and gestures.
    Help with your Course work:
    Students are strongly encouraged to come to my office during scheduled hours for additional help (any thing e.g. scholarship, college life, transfer plans, financial, family, and other academic questions). The college can also arrange individual tutoring for students at the student center. Please help, learn and teach each other. You are the essential part of a creative art community at KCC.
    The successful student will be able to:
    1. Operate and understand the use of the camera fluently. (aperture, shutter speed, film, lens and exposure.
    2. Produce well controlled developed film (free of dust, scratches, sharpness and contrast).
    3. Understand the concept and the process of black and white fiber based paper printing with a wide variety film and printing process, and be able to produce a well crafted print (white detail, shadow detail, contrast and framing).
    4. Understand the aesthetics of the photographs (lighting, design, creativity).
    5. With the understandings of the photography as a creative communication medium, students will be able to express artist's interests and concepts fluently (you must express yourself and present your work in a professional manner).
    IX. METHODS OF EVALUATING STUDENT PROGRESS:
    20% Assignments

    20% Class participation, attendance (A=no missed classes, B=one absence, C= two absences, after third absence student will be penalized as lowering of one whole final grade), and efforts.

    10% Quizzes

    30% 6 critiques (5% each) includes one informal midterm critique

    20% Final Critique presentation 6 - 12 11 x 14 mounted finished Fiber prints.
    Evaluation Criteria:
    A: Exceptional B: Very Good C: Average D: Pass
    F: Fail P+: Very Good P: Good P-:Less than Good
    Assignments and Critiques will be evaluated in terms of the criteria:
    Originality/Creativity: Development of ideas and curiosity; personal expression

    Content: Strength of concept; synthesis and compatibility of design.
    Did the student articulate their ideas and art elements? (The work must communicate through the use of art as a visual language)

    Handling of Craftsmanship: Did the student understand the materials and techniques used? Is the work well presented? (Camera craft, darkroom craft and final presentation)

    The Design: Did the student understand the application of art elements: line, shape, space, texture, composition? (Use of light and shadow, foreground and background)

    Efforts: Did the student make an effort to accomplish the goal of the assignment?
    (Commitment, individual growth, risk taking, courage, confidence and hard work)
    CONTENT OUTLINE: (content and approxijmate time)
    Week 1: Introduction to the class.

    Week 2: Slide Lecture. Student presentation of their past work - bring your portfolio.

    Week 3: Crit #1 3 - 6 new prints.

    Week 4: Lecture "Overview of Basic Photography".


    Week 5: Crit #2 3 - 6 new prints.

    Week 6: Slide lecture     Introduction to Fiber Paper.

    Week 7: Crit #3 3 - 6 new prints.

    Week 8: Slide Lecture     "Fine Art Printing ".

    Week 9: Midterm Crit #4, finished 6 - 10 new prints.

    Week 10: Lab Demonstration     "Selenium Toning".

    Week 11: Crit #5 3 - 6 new prints.

    Week 12: Lecture     "Darkroom Development and Chemicals".

    Week 13: Crit #6 3 - 6 new prints.

    Week 14: Slide Lecture, Lecture    "Criticizing Photographs".

    Week 15: Independent Meeting.

    Week 16: Final Crit and show.
    OTHER SCHOOL INFORMATION:
    Tuition Refund maybe granted up until a specific time. (see student handbook)

    Course withdrawal, administrative withdrawal, and change to\from audit status are allowed through 7/8th of the course duration. (see student handbook).

    (More detailed information available from Customer Service.)

    Students registered for this class have access to the web/Internet, and an e-mail account is available through customer service. Visit Student Services on this website.

    The Library is available for all the students taking this class. The center is a participant in the On-line Library Computer Center and Interlibrary Loan Programs to obtain information that the college does not own. Students also can use the materials in other Michigan libraries by participating in the Michichigan Card Library Access Program available at the LRC.

    Student ID cards can be obtained at customer service to be used at many school facilities.

    Dean's List: Full time students who have earned a grade point average of 3.5 or higher in each session will be recognized as 3.50 - 3.89 High Honors, 3.9 - 4.00 Highest Honors.

    For information on KCC's Academic Excellence Award, Scholarships, Financial Aid, Federal Programs, State of Michigan Programs, Honors Program and College Employment Program please see the Academic Catalog "2000" (pages 17-24), available at student center.
    Please feel fre to make an appointment for any questions of advise.
    Instructor, Shuichi Murakami
    Office: (269) 965-3931 ext. 2559
    email: murakamis@kellogg.cc.mi.us
    Office location: Davidson Building 1F Art Office
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