Intro to Photography

Kellogg Community College Arts and Communication Department Shuichi Murakami, Instructor INTRODUCTION TO PHOTOGRAPHY


I. COURSE OUTLINE:

Subject Area	Course Number	Course Title	Credit Hours	Contact Hours


ART	AR222	Introduction to Photography	3	96

II. COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course will instruct the student in fundamental concepts and techniques of fine art photography, including aesthetics and technical aspects as a basis for creating a photographic image. The student will learn to use the camera, film processing, composition, print finishing, and basic darkroom printing. The student will be challenged to investigate photographic medium and consider its application to the making of art. This course or its equivalent is required prior to enrollment in ART 223.

III. PREREQUISITE: None

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:

Introduction to fundamentals of the creative art process: 1. The operation of the camera. 2. Black and White film processes 3. Darkroom - Black and White printing 4. Lighting and design of the photograph 5. Concept of art making. Aesthetics, ideation, problem solving and intuitive exploration are integral to this course.

VI. METHODS OF INSTRUCTION:

Lectures Demonstrations of the Equipment Slide presentations Critiques

VII. REQUIRED TEXT & SUPPLIES:

Camera
	A Single Lens Reflex (SLR) 35mm Camera with manual capabilities. (School has one 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:
	Minimum of 10 rolls 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 exp. Do not buy Black and White C-41 process film. Kodak T-Max 400CN, Ilford XP 400
Negative File:
	Print File 7 Strips, 5 or 6 frames, 3 hole (35-7B). 25 SHEETS $5.95
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:
	Buy Iford Multigrade IV RC Deluxe 8x10 Glossy MGD.1M 25 sheets Value Pack with free filter and a booklet (about $25 worth), =$12.09 (Make sure to ask at Abbey Camera Philadelphia or Calumet Photographic Chicago about the Value Pack) after the package you can buy 100 sheets for $40.09. Do not buy Matt Paper. Pearl paper is acceptable. Do not open the paper box except in the photo darkroom.
Cotton Swabs:
	To clean film dust
Towel:
	Keep your hands clean and dry.
Mat Boards:
	6 -10 11X14" Front windows and backing boards 4-ply, white mount board (buy larger sheets to cut down to save you money. And make sure you have enough board to make mistakes) $8-30.
Photo Corners:
	Buy at Wal-Mart about $1.50 for 200 corners
Text:
	Photography by John Upton Sixth Edition (Available @ KCC book store)

Strongly Recommended:
	Film Tank: One or Two Paterson Film reels and Two-reel processing tank. $19.95. Ilford Anti Static Cloth: To clean film $6.49. Filters: Multigrade Filter Kit Ilford 3 "2/1 X 3"2/1 (12 Filters) $18 or $25.99 with holder (Free with Paper Value Pack
	(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. Dust Blower or any canned duster to remove dust. Radio or CD player - You may play music in any photography area - use commonsense.
	• there may be some extra materials needed later during the course. All darkroom chemicals, first five (5) sheets of 8 X 10 RC papers 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. 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:

	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. 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. 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. All students must behave properly and participate positively in the class: making presentations and making thoughtful comments on other's presentations. Late assignments (regardless of any excuse or missed due date class) will be penalized by lowering a whole letter grade per class day late. In the event of school cancellation, the assignment due dates will not change. 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). Please do not handle equipment or chemicals unless authorized and directed to do so. If you do not know, ask the instructor. 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:
	Operate and understand use of the Camera. (aperture, shutter speed, film, lens, and exposure. Produce a well developed roll of film (free of dust/scratches, sharpness and contrast). Understand the concept and the process of black and white printing, and be able to produce well-crafted print (white detail, shadow detail, contrast, and framing). Understand the aesthetics of the photographs (lighting, design, creativity). Understand the concept of creative art making (photography as a communication medium, you must express yourself and present your work in a professional manner.

IX. METHODS OF EVALUATING STUDENT PROGRESS:

	20% Assignments Minimum of 15 well-processed rolls of film, well printed contact sheets and finished prints. 20% Class participation, attendance( A+=No missed classes, A=one absence, B=two absences, C=three absences, after forth absence student will be penalized as lowering of one whole final grade) and efforts. 10% Quizzes = operation of the camera, dark room process, composition of the photograph. 50% final and 3 critiques (7% each) midterm critique (9%). Final critique (20%) presentation of 10 -20, 8"X10" mounted finished prints.

Evaluation Criteria:
	A: Exceptional	B: Very Good	C: Average	D: Pass
	F: Fail	P+: Very Good	P: Good	P-:Less than Good

OTHER EFFORTS:
	Option: history of photography (Photographic Artist presentation 20 min.) or Artists research required Notebook from the lectures and dark room work.

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. Assignment #1 Read Chapter 1 pgs. 1 - 12 and pgs. 89, 92, 93, 95. Lecture: "The Basic Operation of Camera and Film Exposure." Bring your own camera with all of your equipment. Assignment #2, Read Chapter 2 pgs. 13-24. Week 2: Slide Lecture "Composition" Lecture "The Shutter and Aperture" Assignment #3 Read Chapter 3 pgs. 35-62. Photograph one roll of Black and White 36ex-film use with Gray Card. Week 3 Lecture "The Lens (Focal Length, Depth of Field and Perspective)" Assignment #4 Read Chapter 6 pgs. 105 -115. Demonstration: "Film Development" Bring exposed one black and white 36 ex film to the class also you will need your film tank and reel. Assignment #5 Read Chapter 6 pgs. 116-130. Develop your film. Week 4 Lecture "Exposure" Assignment #6 Read Chapter 7 pgs. 131-147. Photograph One roll of 36 ex film and develop the film. Lecture "Paper and Darkroom Chemistry" Demonstration in the darkroom Contact Sheets Quiz the Camera. Assignment #7 pgs. 148-156. Make your own contact sheets for two processed films due. Week 5 Demonstration "Darkroom Printing". Week 6 Crit #1 6-10 Prints. Slide lecture" Ansel Adams". Week 7 Lab time. Slide lecture "Photographic Composition". Week 8 Crit #2 6-10 Prints. Lecture "Basics of Criticizing Photography ". Week 9 Lab time. Lecture "Print Quality". Week 10 Crit #3 Midterm 6-10 Finished prints. Slide lecture "Miner White". Week 11 Lab time. Lecture "Print Exposure and the Contrast". Week 12 Crit #4 6-10 Prints. Video Lecture "Lens and Camera". Week 13 Lab time. Independent Meeting. Week 14 Demonstration "Final Presentation and the matting". Week 15 Lab time. Independent Meeting. Week 16 Final Crit 10-20 Matted Finished Prints.

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 for information. 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.

Instructor: Shuichi Murakami Office (269) 965-3931, Ext. 2559 mail murakamis@kellogg.cc.mi.us Office located Davidson Building 1F in the art office.


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