Photography I
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.
Typically Available
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Duration
As few as 11 weeks
Units
4.0
Current Formats
Live Online
Online
In Person
Cost
Starting at $925.00
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What you can learn.
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.
Winter 2026 Schedule
Date
Details
Format
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Thursday 6:00PM - 9:00PM PT
In Person
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Deadline
Refunds only available from November 03, 2025 to January 18, 2026
Course Requirements
Book:
A Short Course in Photography
by John Upton, Barbara London, Jim Stone
ISBN 978-0134525815
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Thu Jan 8, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Lecture
Thu Jan 15, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Lecture
Thu Jan 22, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Lecture
Thu Jan 29, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Lecture
Thu Feb 5, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Lecture
Thu Feb 12, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Lecture
Thu Feb 19, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Lecture
Thu Feb 26, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Lecture
Thu Mar 5, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Lecture
Thu Mar 12, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Lecture
Thu Mar 19, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
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Tuesday 6:00PM - 7:30PM PT
Live Online
Remote Classroom
Deadline
Refunds only available from November 03, 2025 to January 18, 2026
Course Requirements
Book:
A Short Course in Photography
by John Upton, Barbara London, Jim Stone
ISBN 978-0134525815
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Tue Jan 6, 2026
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Jan 13, 2026
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Jan 20, 2026
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Jan 27, 2026
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Feb 3, 2026
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Feb 10, 2026
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Feb 17, 2026
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Feb 24, 2026
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Mar 3, 2026
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Mar 10, 2026
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Mar 17, 2026
6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
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This section has no set meeting times.
Online
Notes
For students purchasing a camera, we recommend the free workshop Choosing and Using a Digital Camera.
Deadline
Refunds only available from November 03, 2025 to January 18, 2026
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