Introduction to Course
In Photography, we will cover the following topics in detail:
- analog photography
- digital photo manipulation in Lightroom and CS6 (Photoshop)
- mobile photography
- composition
Borrowing a Film Camera
Film cameras are available for you to borrow, but we must share them. If you borrow a camera, the following rules apply:
- You can not borrow a camera until your signed permission slip is turned in.
- You can not borrow a camera unless you have film, in class, ready to load into the camera.
- You get the camera for 2 days only. For example, if you borrow it on Monday it's due on Wednesday, if you borrow it on Friday, it's due on Monday, etc.
- You must be patient! There are a limited number of cameras for each class. The class is designed in modules, so work on other in-class assignments while waiting for a camera.
- Do not borrow a camera if you can not shoot! For example, if you have to work Saturday and Sunday, don't borrow a camera the Friday before.
- If you do not turn in you camera on time, points are deducted from your grade.
- If you break it, you bought it. If you break a camera you are responsible for paying for a replacement camera or providing a replacement camera that is equitable.
- If you do not pay for or replace a broken camera, your name will be placed on a "hold" list. This means you can not graduate until it's paid for. Also, if you move before graduation, your records will not be forwarded until you have paid for a replacement camera.
- The above rules also apply if you lose a camera.
- These cameras are delicate; if misuse or careless handling is perceived or observed by the teacher, the teacher has the right to suspend your borrowing privileges.
- If you leave a camera behind; in commons, in class, on the bus, etc. the teacher has the right to suspend your borrowing privileges.
Use Your Own Film Camera
Every semester, students find nice cameras at home or borrow them from friends and family. Try your hardest to find a camera.
Many times these cameras can be quite affordable, if you look around. Also, check the following sites if your are interested in purchasing a camera:
Having your own camera has many advantages, as follows:
Many times these cameras can be quite affordable, if you look around. Also, check the following sites if your are interested in purchasing a camera:
Having your own camera has many advantages, as follows:
- You do not have to wait to borrow a camera.
- You are not pushed on time to complete assignments.
- You have access to your camera at all times. This means you can take a little time to really consider your shots or shoot when the light is just right.
- You learn how to use your camera really well.
- You don't have to be concerned with all the rules associated with borrowing a school camera.
- You can shoot digital with it! Color film can be processed and scanned to a CD, resulting in digital pictures. These images can be as good as images taken with a DSLR and will be of greater quality than images taken with your phone.
- The lenses from most newer film SLR cameras (made since the 90's) will fit DSLRs. For example, I had a Canon Rebel and Elan and several lenses. I bought a Canon DSLR because I knew all the lenses I already had would fit the new digital camera.
Types of Film Cameras You Can Use
SLR
35mm Point and Shoot
35mm Rangefinder
Medium Format (120mm film)
Film and Photopaper
About your fees:
Your fees for this class have been lowered from previous years to allow you to buy as much film and photopaper as you want.
Benefits:
Your fees cover the following items:
For this class you need to supply the following:
Purchase 35mm film and photopaper at the school store at greatly reduced prices.
Your fees for this class have been lowered from previous years to allow you to buy as much film and photopaper as you want.
Benefits:
- You can buy as much film and/or photopaper as you want - In the past, I had set limits
- If something goes wrong, you can easily try again and get the best pictures/grade possible
- The film and photopaper at the school store is a lot better than I used to offer
- You can spend a little more and get some of the best film and photopaper available anywhere
Your fees cover the following items:
- Photogram photopaper only
- Chemistry
- Negative sleeves
- Misc supplies, tape, etc.
For this class you need to supply the following:
- Film
- Photo paper (not for a printer)
- Binder
Purchase 35mm film and photopaper at the school store at greatly reduced prices.
Current Film Prices:
If you purchase your own film, outside of the school store, be sure it is black and white film and not fake black and white film. Fake black and white film has "Process in C-41" on the packaging and can not be processed at school.
Plagiarism
Student Handbook definition:
"Plagiarism – Representing as one’s own work any materials obtained on the Internet (such as term papers, articles, music, etc.). When Internet sources are used in student work, the author, publisher and web site must be identified."
Whether it's film or digital photography, using another's work without the permission of the instructor, is plagiarism.
Student Handbook regarding consequences of plagiarized work:
"Cheating/Plagiarism on Tests (includes exams) or Other School Work
A student shall not cheat or use unauthorized materials on tests or other school work. In addition to the loss of a grade, discipline hours and points may be assigned."
If you plagiarize, you will receive no credit for the assignment and be referred to a Dean of Students for further disciplinary action.
"Plagiarism – Representing as one’s own work any materials obtained on the Internet (such as term papers, articles, music, etc.). When Internet sources are used in student work, the author, publisher and web site must be identified."
Whether it's film or digital photography, using another's work without the permission of the instructor, is plagiarism.
Student Handbook regarding consequences of plagiarized work:
"Cheating/Plagiarism on Tests (includes exams) or Other School Work
A student shall not cheat or use unauthorized materials on tests or other school work. In addition to the loss of a grade, discipline hours and points may be assigned."
If you plagiarize, you will receive no credit for the assignment and be referred to a Dean of Students for further disciplinary action.