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
In Person
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Starting at $875.00
As few as 11 weeks
4.0
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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 DSLR 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.

Summer 2024 Schedule

Date & Time
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Saturday 10:00AM - 1:00PM PT
Available
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Instructor: Baz Here
398076
Fee:
$875.00
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Location: UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
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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 July 05, 2024
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Sat Jun 29, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 201
Discussion
Sat Jul 6, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 201
Discussion
Sat Jul 13, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 201
Discussion
Sat Jul 20, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 201
Discussion
Sat Jul 27, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 201
Discussion
Sat Aug 3, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 201
Discussion
Sat Aug 10, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 201
Discussion
Sat Aug 17, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 201
Discussion
Sat Aug 24, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 201
Discussion
Sat Aug 31, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 201
Discussion
Sat Sep 7, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 201
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This section has no set meeting times.
Available
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Instructor: Craig Havens
398077
Fee:
$875.00
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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 July 01, 2024

Fall 2024 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
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Thursday 6:00PM - 9:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens July 29, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: Baz Here
399600
Fee:
$875.00
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Location: UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
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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 03, 2024
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Thu Sep 26, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building
Discussion
Thu Oct 3, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building
Discussion
Thu Oct 10, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building
Discussion
Thu Oct 17, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building
Discussion
Thu Oct 24, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building
Discussion
Thu Oct 31, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building
Discussion
Thu Nov 7, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building
Discussion
Thu Nov 14, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building
Discussion
Thu Nov 21, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building
Discussion
Thu Nov 28, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building
Discussion
Thu Dec 5, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building
Discussion
Thu Dec 12, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building
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This section has no set meeting times.
Future Offering (Opens July 29, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
399641
Fee:
$875.00
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Updating...
See Details
Notes

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

Refund Deadline
No refunds after September 30, 2024

Contact Us

Speak to a program representative. Hours: Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm.
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This course applies towards the following certificates & specializations…

Design Communication Arts
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Advanced Design Communication Arts
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Photography
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