INTRODUCTION TO LIGHTING FOR PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEO | CLASS SYLLABUS

October 2 - October 23, 2002 [ Wednesdays 6:30 - 8:30pm (1827A; Inexperienced photographers)
Location: 2990 Richmond, one block west of Kirby

WEEK 1 October 2
Bring a camera and 35mm roll of slide film, such as Fuji Astia, that indicates "For Daylight Use" and "Process E-6."

Lighting Demonstration: Effective Metering (Test Class Members' Camera Light Meters, as necessary).

Lecture Topics:
General Use of Cameras and Lighting Equipment.
Light Meters and Accurate Exposure.
Relationship Between Shutter Speed and Aperture.
Film Speed and Image Resolution.
Manipulating the Film Process.
Compare Continuous Light and Strobe.
Compare Lighting for Video and Still Photography.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Digital.
Equipment Considerations in Photographic Situations.
Discussion About Class Members' Subject Interests.

Note: We will continue discussion of above topics throughout the course.

WEEK 2 October 9
Discuss Image Composition and Lighting Decisions.
Review Class Members' Photographs.

WEEK 3 October 16
Discuss Combining Light Sources.
Location Lighting Demonstration.

WEEK 4 October 23
Discuss Image Connotation.
Review Class Members' Photographs.


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Important Notice: The photographers ability to identify and measure interesting light, or to produce creative artificial light, is second only to the photographer's commitment to making photographs and video. It is crucial that class participants commit to the time and practice necessary to advance weekly in the class. Routine presentation of work helps the instructor gage the progress of the class and ensures that all class members are getting the greatest possible benefit from the class.


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