Intro to Special Effects Photography

Catalog description

This course will explore various photographic techniques to create special or “trick” image effects, especially geared toward non-photo program students. The course will provide unique perspectives on using camera behaviors, optical principles or modified equipment as reality-altering tools. For example the role of a camera shutter for double exposures, long exposures, and light painting. Students will be given the opportunity to produce their own “trick” photographs, and will be introduced to the role of image manipulation programs and the use of software to create realistic yet unreal, ethereal image effects, such as floating people or objects. The course will also cover the history and practice of these techniques. The presentation and perception of images as reality on social media platforms will be an ongoing theme in the class. The use/application of AI, Sensi that is involved in manipulating photographic images will be analyzed and explored cell phone cameras will be used to execute the majority of class assignments. **Fee: A course fee is applied via student account.**