Mar 29, 2024  
2020-2021 Academic Catalog 
    
2020-2021 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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PH 3725 - Architectural Photography


Credits: 3

Based on the concept of capturing the built landscape in its most perfect form, architectural and industrial photography is the marriage of photographic skill, technical aptitude, and artistic vision. This course uses contextual lectures, interpretative visioning, and practical experience to guide students through a process of evaluation and understanding of architectural principles. Upon successful completion of this course, students will, through logistical planning and photographic assignments, have a strong understanding of the power of architectural and industrial photographs and how they communicate integrity, credibility, and vibrancy.

Prerequisites: PH 2100 - Digital Post Production  

Course Learning Outcomes:
  • Create an illustrative portfolio of images of defined architectural design.
  • Photograph architectural projects which address the creative interpretation of a structure.
  • Analyze and apply theoretical and professional practices of architectural form in the creation of photographs.

PH 3725 Course Learning Outcome Rubric  

Required Textbooks:
Photographing Architecture: Lighting, Composition, Postproduction and Marketing Techniques, J. Siskin, Amherst Media, 2011, ISBN: 1608953009
Required Course Materials:

  • Entry-level DSLR or MILC Camera with appropriate memory cards & batteries
  • Camera Bag
  • Tripod
  • External Hard Drive (1TB or Larger)
  • Studio lighting kit with battery power or speedlight and a wireless trigger for off-camera use. 



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