PHOT 11388Contemporary Issues in Photography

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Contemporary Issues in Photography is a course covering critical theory, studies in contemporary artistic practices, and current social and ethical topics facing contemporary photographers and artists. In addition, students will research and write about current and historical issues in relationship to their own artistic studio practice, helping to enrich the student’s ability to communicate visually. The course is based on contemporary exhibitions in the artworld; recent books, magazines, and catalogs; and individual research. Classes will be augmented by field trips to galleries and museums.