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B & White Photography | The College of Fine Arts

Short Courses

student taking a photo with their camera
A student learning camera techniques.

B & White Photography - SC9401

Session: Summer
Class Dates:    Jan 19, 2009  -  Jan 23, 2009
Class Time: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday from 9:00am - 1:00pm
Room Location: CB11  
Number of Weeks: 1
Total Teaching Hours: 20 hrs
Cost: $365/$300 con

Description

The course covers the essentials of B&W analogue printing in the darkroom, as well as ideas on using the camera to maximum effect.

You will learn how to print and process in black and white, analyse your negatives and select the best image for printing. You will also become proficient in handling a 35mm film Single Lens Reflex camera and develop an understanding for creating images exploring the basic rules of composition.  An overview of the history of photography will also be covered through to the digital medium. 

Access to a 35mm SLR camera is ideal but not essential.


Friday January 23.  The course concludes with a 1 hour exhibition from 12-1pm of the students’ work, followed at 1pm with a short ceremony at which the Dean, Professor Ian Howard, awards certificates to students.


Application Form

Tutor:

Fiona Morris

Tutor Information:

Fiona Morris is a photographer and part-time teacher.

Testimonial:

I found the course informative and rewarding. We produce material that is beneficial as teachers’ resources. The lecturer was extremely helpful.

Materials Required:

Read the General Information on Material Suppliers page.

Materials List for B & W Photography
Course fees include contribution to materials.

COFA TO SUPPLY
Equipment and chemicals
You should bring your own SLR camera if you have one.  You are wholly responsible for your own property. 
The College may have some equipment available for use during class time only.

STUDENTS TO SUPPLY
Discuss with teacher in your first class.  Supplies usually available on campus:
Film (approx 4 rolls)
paper

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