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PH 3550 - Advanced Portraiture

Credits: 3
Course Type: Studio

This course prepares students for critical processes in developing strong narratives and personal aesthetics in advanced portraiture. Through lectures, discussions, and assignments, students gain skills in composition, body language, posing, lighting, and the importance of reinforcing the narrative of individual subjects. Upon the completion of this course, students will gain insight and skills in the creation of a portrait portfolio that is consistent with industry-based professional practices.

Prerequisites: PH 2500 - Lighting II: Location  

Course Learning Outcomes:
  • Demonstrate skills in directing poses, gestures, facial expressions, and body language to create compelling portraits in the studio and/or on-location.
  • Apply a process of research and project planning to advance the student’s portraiture practice.
  • Create an advanced portfolio of portrait projects for editorial purposes.

PH3550 Course Learning Outcomes Rubric  


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