PHO 211Contemporary Portraiture I

Catalog

This course covers lighting, cameras, and accessory equipment used in studio/location professional, contemporary portraiture, and the dynamics and psychology of posing individuals and groupings. Topics include lighting, backgrounds, make-up, clothing, presentation techniques, sound business principles, and direct sales methods. Upon completion, students should be able to produce a variety of professional portraits and demonstrate an understanding of the business considerations of professional portrait photography.