CP 3110 - Lighting III: Studio

Credits: 3

This course prepares students in the area of studio lighting as it pertains to photographing products and people for advertising assignments. Through instruction and hands on assignments, students will learn how light and composition defines shape and form, creating a compelling visual communication. Upon successful completion of this class, students will have learned how to set up classic lighting scenarios, to make modifications to the classic forms, and to use this lighting to develop a studio-based portfolio.

Prerequisites: CP 2310 - Lighting II: Location

Corequisites: PH 3000 - Junior Portfolio Review

Course Learning Outcomes:

Demonstrate knowledge of the constructive elements of lighting.
Apply lighting and compositional elements in the design and completion of photo-based product narratives.
Examine and challenge the conventional elements of commercially based work.
Apply lighting theory and practice as it applies to creating image depth.
Create imagery that illustrates a fine art perspective in single and multi image storytelling.

Required Textbooks:
ONLINE: Masterclass: Professional Studio Photography - ISBN: 9781937538071