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Photography I

ART X 438.9

Explore the fundamental technical and aesthetic principles of digital photographic processes, including DSLR camera operation, composition, and digital retouching and manipulation.

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Fall
Winter
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Summer
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Starting at $925.00
As few as 11 weeks
4.0

What you can learn.

  • Gain a practical, hands-on introduction to DSLR camera operation and photographic composition
  • Understand contemporary digital imaging and its application within commercial and fine arts
  • Define a basic workflow from image making to image editing
  • Understand the foundations of image making so that you can execute your creative vision
  • Have an introductory understanding to different genres of photography and its history

About this course:

In this practical hands-on introduction, the fundamental technical and aesthetic principles of digital photographic processes are addressed, including instruction on camera operation, composition, and digital retouching and manipulation. Instruction also includes Adobe software acquisition techniques and output technologies. Discussion covers contemporary digital imaging and its application within commercial and fine arts. Assignments demonstrate mastery of technical skills and individual creative expression.

Fall 2025 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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This section has no set meeting times.
Available
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Instructor: Baz Here
405552
Fee:
$925.00
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Notes

For students purchasing a camera, we recommend the free workshop Choosing and Using a Digital Camera

Refund Deadline
No refunds after October 05, 2025

Winter 2026 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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Thursday 6:00PM - 7:30PM PT
Future Offering (Opens November 03, 2025 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: Baz Here
406355
Fee:
$925.00
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Location: Remote Classroom
Notes

For students purchasing a camera, we recommend the free workshop Choosing and Using a Digital Camera

Refund Deadline
Refunds only available from November 03, 2025 to January 18, 2026
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Thu Jan 8, 2026
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Thu Jan 15, 2026
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Thu Jan 22, 2026
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Thu Jan 29, 2026
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Thu Feb 5, 2026
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Thu Feb 12, 2026
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Thu Feb 19, 2026
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Thu Feb 26, 2026
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Thu Mar 5, 2026
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Thu Mar 12, 2026
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Thu Mar 19, 2026
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
-
This section has no set meeting times.
Future Offering (Opens November 03, 2025 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
Instructor: Craig Havens
406391
Fee:
$925.00
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Notes

For students purchasing a camera, we recommend the free workshop Choosing and Using a Digital Camera

Refund Deadline
Refunds only available from November 03, 2025 to January 18, 2026

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