Prerequisite: Photography Beginning

0.5 Credit: Semester

Grade(s): Second Semester 9, 10, 11, and 12 

Fee: $20.00 (Paper, Printing Supplies)

College Credit is available upon successful completion of ACC application and passing final grade.

Digital Photography Beginning will introduce students to the use of digital cameras and digital image-editing software, primarily using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom. The roles of scanning processes and equipment, image picture-taking modes and printing preparation, and various out-put devices will be explored in producing the photographic image. Exposure techniques such as pre-visualizing and the application of visual elements and lighting techniques will be stressed. Additionally, this course incorporates the study of photography from a historical, social, and cultural viewpoint as a source of knowledge and inspiration, as well as an exploration of possible photography careers.