STA 370 FALL 2019

Unfortunately, photography is a rather expensive art form. Aside from the camera itself, costs of pursuing photography can quickly add up, including extra lenses, memory storage for image backups and printing costs. This semester, you are expected to have the following materials for class: 1. The textbook.  2. A DSLR camera with a minimum of 6 megapixels and fully manual settings. You must be able to independently operate the shutter, aperture and iso settings. 3. An external hard drive. You MUST have this with you for the first full week of class. Sending photos to yourself using google drive or using a flash drive WILL NOT BE SUFFICIENT.  Get yours on Amazon, or at Bestbuy   https://www.amazon.com/Seagate-Portable-External-Drive-STGX2000400/dp/B07CRG94G3/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=external+hard+drive&qid=1563390487&s=gateway&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1 4. Printing Cards. These must be purchased across the hallway and are about $45 a card. This is goin...

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Syllabus STA 370 FUNDAMENTALS OF PHOTOGRAPHY ⏐Fall 2019 Michigan State University⏐Department of Art, History, & Design with Amy Davis⏐davisam8@msu.edu T-R 8:00AM-10:50AM room 037 KAC office hours: Tuesdays or Thursdays by appointment only. (Please email me) ****Class Blog:***** https://sta370fall.blogspot.com Please bookmark this blog and visit it daily. This is where homework assignments, links to tutorials and artist references made in class live. All material placed on the blog is fair game for quizzes and exams. I try to stick to the syllabus as much as possible, but the blog will represent any changes that may occur.   Description:        This course provides an introduction to the medium and language of photography. Basic camera operation, workflow, and digital printing methods are explored. In addition, there will be lectures, readings, peer-led critiques, and discussions regarding the artistic and theoretical c...