Photographic Expression I

Discover the magic of darkroom photography! Explore the artistic language of greats like Diane Arbus, Weegee, and Edward Weston and apply it to create evocative photographs. Learn compositional techniques and camera settings to get the best shots at the optimal exposure, then develop your own film and print it in the darkroom. Investigate the expressive and creative possibilities of the camera, darkroom equipment, and chemistry. Become a savvier photographic creator and consumer through an exploration of photographic theory, history, and its social impact. This course is designed for beginning fine art photographers and those new to darkroom/film photography.