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ART106LTCC CATALOG 2010-2011ART 141 THE HISTORY OF PHOTOGRAPHYLecture 4, Lab 0, Units 4This course will examine the beginnings and historical developmentof the still photography medium. This perspective will includephotography's place in the history of the visual arts from the earliestinvestigations of the camera obscura to the late 20th century. Studentswill also learn about master photographers and their work. No lab isincluded in this course.Transfers to CSU, UNR, UCART 142 PHOTOGRAPHY ILecture 3, Lab 3, Units 4This course is an introduction to traditional black and whitephotography, with an emphasis on artistic visual expression. Studentswill be introduced to the history of photography, the basic principlesof the process, different types of cameras and materials, accurate filmexposure, visual communication, and portfolio creation. Dark roomlab included.Transfers to CSU, UNR, UC (unit limit)REPEATABILITY: May be repeated 1 time.ART 143 PHOTOGRAPHY IILecture 3, Lab 3, Units 4This course is a continuation of ART 142 and the broadening of theblack and white photographic experience. Advanced darkroom andshooting techniques will be emphasized. This technical knowledgewill provide students with the means to express themselves visuallythrough the photographic medium. Traditional photographicdarkroom techniques included.Transfers to CSU, UNR, UC (unit limit)PREREQUISITE: ART 142 or equivalent.REPEATABILITY: May be repeated 1 time.ART 145A LANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHYLecture 3, Lab 3, Units 4This course will provide the student with the opportunity to interpretthe natural environment photographically. Continued growthin traditional darkroom procedures, as well as digital processingtechniques will be stressed. In addition, emphasis on the seasonalaspects determined by the time of the year the course is offered will beincluded. Lab is included.Transfers to CSU, UNR, UC (unit limit)PREREQUISITE: ART 142 or 146 or equivalent.REPEATABILITY: May be repeated 3 times.ART 145B LANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHYLecture 1-3, Lab 0, Units 1-3This course is designed to improve the student’s photographic skills inthe natural environment. Emphasis will be on composition, correctexposure, and improved knowledge of photo equipment. The subjectmatter will include various wilderness locations. Topics and creditswill vary from quarter to quarter, and will be included under this covertitle. No lab is included in this course.Transfers to CSU, UNR, UC (unit limit)REPEATABILITY: May be repeated 5 times.ART 146 DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY ILecture 3, Lab 3, Units 4This course will examine the fundamental principles of how digitalcameras capture light and translate it to pixels. Students will learn howto transfer digital files from the camera to the computer, as well ashow to scan images into the computer. Once files are in the computer,students will learn how to manipulate their images in digital imagingsoftware using the Macintosh platform, as well as artistic design toolsfor building good compositions. In addition, students will learn howto burn images on CD's, as well as print high quality photographicimages.Transfers to CSU, UNR, UCADVISORY : CAO 152B or equivalent.REPEATABILITY: May be repeated 2 times.ART 147 PHOTOJOURNALISMLecture 3, Lab 3, Units 4This course is an introduction to photojournalism, and its manyapplications in printed media, including newspapers and magazines.Students will examine visual communication, and how thephotographic image is used to enhance or replace the written word.Emphasis is also placed on more advanced shooting and processingtechniques. In addition, study will include the historical context, aswell as production of a final portfolio of finished prints.Transfers to CSU, UNRPREREQUISITE: ART 142 or 146 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent.REPEATABILITY: May be repeated 4 times.ART 148 DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY IILecture 3, Lab 3, Units 4This course is an intermediate level digital photography course anda continuation of the introduction to digital photography. Studentswill learn to take an image concept from initial image capture throughthe final print to be included in a final portfolio. Included will beintermediate level digital photography principles including exposure,photo editing work-flow, printing and color management.Transfers to CSU, UNRADVISORY: ART 146 or equivalent.REPEATABILITY: May be repeated 2 times.ART 191 SPECIAL TOPICSUnits 1-4This course is designed to meet the needs of students for studies inoccupational, technical or college preparatory areas of special interest.Topics and credits will vary from quarter to quarter and will beincluded under this cover title published in the schedule of classes forthe quarter in which the course will be offered.ART 201 BEGINNING SCULPTURELecture 2, Lab 4, Units 4This course is an introduction to three-dimensional sculpturalforms, techniques, and concepts. Topics will include preliminarysketches, model design, mixed media fabrication techniques, andconcepts related to the language of material and object in sculpture.Basic exercises in mold making, carving, soft sculpture, and metalfabrication will be explored.Transfers to CSU, UNRREPEATABILITY: May be repeated 5 times.