Large Format Photography

Catalog description

An introduction to the large format view camera as used in fine art and commercial photography. A studio course covering fundamental camera movements, perspective controls and optics selection, applied lighting set-ups, metering and exposure calculation procedures, and specialized film processing and priting skills. Students will get hands-on experience with the 4x5 inch camera, while fostering a studio sensibility through the development of skills and techniques unique to large format photography. The course will introduce students to another way of seeing by exploring the special properties inherent in large format, while working in a professional, studio environment.