Photography: Black + White Dark Room

This class will introduce and explore the technical, historical and contemporary concerns of photography as a form of artistic expression. Students will learn the vocabulary and grammar of the medium & find their own way of using it creatively to express original visual ideas and unique perspectives.The assignments of this course will cover the practice of fine arts photography by exploring the genres of portraiture and urban landscape photography. Emphasis will be placed on proper camera operation, film processing, darkroom printing, and the development of a photographic vision. Prominent photographers from the 19th century to present day whose work has influenced the field will be examined. Pre-College is open to students who have completed their sophomore, junior or senior year of high school. Students customize their individual Pre-College program by choosing two majors from the following media: Animation; Ceramics; Illustration: Comics + Graphic Novels; Fashion + Textile Design; Metalsmithing + Jewelry Design; Music: Composition + Collaboration; Painting; Photography: Black +White Dark Room; Printmaking; Woodworking + Furniture Design. The program is made up of three core components: one course of study from Major #1, one course from Major #2, and all students participate in Figure Drawing. Equal time is given to both Major #1 and Major #2. Students will receive one grade for the Pre-College experience which is an average of the Majors and the supporting Figure Drawing class. Students earn 3 college-level studio elective credits upon successful completion of the program. Following the February 1 Priority Deadline, preference will be given to applications received by April 16, 2019 or until the program reaches maximum capacity. Need-based financial aid will continue to be awarded as funds remain available. Application process includes: application, $40 application fee, essay (choose from 2 prompts), letter of recommendation from art teacher or guidance counselor, transcript, financial aid application.