ABOUT THIS CLASS

This is an introductory course in black & white photography. You will need a manually adjustable, 35 mm camera. In other words, the camera will focus manually, and offer the ability to change aperture and shutter speeds.

Instruction includes the operation and components of the 35 mm camera, reading light meters, making appropriate exposures, lighting techniques, characteristics of film, and light sensitive materials, darkroom techniques, and presentation of final prints.

In the darkroom you will be processing film and printing on black and white, photographic paper. Special techniques such as toning, and hand-coloring are also covered.

Developing your visual communication skills and fundamental composition techniques is also emphasized. From framing compositions in the viewfinder of your camera, to matting your final prints for presentation, you will find this course both exciting and rewarding.