Course Syllabus
Art 4 History of Photography
Course and Contact Information
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Instructor: |
Gailan Gray |
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Online. |
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gailangray@gmail.com |
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Monday & Wednesday 7AM-8AM |
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Online |
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Classroom: |
Online |
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Course Description
A comprehensive multicultural survey of the history of photography from its invention to the present which includes a critical examination of its relationship to the fine arts as well as its social impact. Course content will explore analog and digital photography, photographic impact on social change and identity, visual concepts, photographic inventions and artworks, photographic mediums and processes, and photographic tools and equipment.
Learning Outcomes and Course Goals:
Student Learning Outcomes SLOs:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Define and describe photographic discoveries, the pioneers of photography, and the stages of photographic development throughout history in the world.
- Compare, contrast, and analyze the aesthetics, content, and meaning of historical and contemporary photographs from a variety of cultures.
- Define and describe various photographic making techniques, tools and processes from a variety of photographic equipment, tools, and media. Includes alternative photographic processes.
- All SLOs will be measured by examinations, written assessments, and research projects.
Textbooks/Materials
Seizing the Light A Social & Aesthetic History of Photography Third Edition
Written by Robert Hirsch
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ISBN-13: |
978-1138944251 |
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You do not NEED to buy the text book, however it will be greatly beneficial to you if you are interested in photography.
Grading and Grading Scale
Grades will be determined by discussion posts, a written paper, and two examinations.
Examinations: 200 points
Discussion Posts: 100 points
Research Paper: 100 points
A 360-400 points—Student has demonstrated full understanding of all course work and has shown astute examples of their ideas and understanding.
B 320-359 points—Student has a good understanding of the course, missed some ideas here and there but overall has good examples and ideas.
C 280-319 points—Student has met parameters of the course work, ideas need to be developed a bit further.
D 240-279 points—Student did not fully grasp the concepts of the course.
F 0-239— Students who are rewarded F’s are those who do not turn things in or participate in the course.
Examinations: (200 points total 50 points each)
There are 4 tests in total (one at the end of each module/week). They’re all multiple choice and untimed, so please take your time and answer each question as thoughtfully as you can.
Research Paper: (100 points)
At the beginning of the semester there will be a list of artists that is posted in the pages section on canvas. You are to select one of these artists and write a detailed and thoughtful paper about their life and artwork.
Discussion Posts/Participation: (100 points 25 points each)
Each Discussion will be themed around the grouping of the week, (e.g. week 1 is all about the core of history of photography and you will be discussing how photography has helped with your own personal history). The discussions are designed to give you a chance to think critically about photography and how it has helped the world and yourselves. You will be able to earn 15 points for the intital post and the other 10 points come from your response to others ideas.
LATE WORK POLICY: . Because this is an accelerated course late work will not be accepted. If there is an emergency or extenuating circumstances please email me at ggray@gavilan.edu and I will create an alternative assignment for you.
Classroom Protocol and University Policies
Respect: Because this is an art class, expect to see some new concepts and ideas that you may not be familiar with. Have an open mind and a willingness to learn, respectfully, from another person.
University Policies
ADA Accommodation Statement:
Students requiring special services or arrangements because of hearing, visual, or other disability should contact their instructor, counselor, or the Accessibility Resource Center
Attendance Policy:
The college policy on attendance, as stated in the catalog is: “students missing one more class hour than the unit value for particular course, without making prior arrangements may, at the instructor’s option, be dropped without possibility of credit.”
My Policy: Given the online learning environment we were all thrust into: Participation will play a heavier hand in your overall grade than before, so be sure you are participating in the course shell on Canvas when appropriate.
Occupational/Vocational Statement:
“Occupational/Vocational students – Limited English language skills will not be a barrier to admittance and participation in Vocational Educational Programs.”
Student Honesty Policy Reference Statement:
“Students are expected to exercise academic honesty and integrity. Violations such as cheating and plagiarism will result in disciplinary action which may include recommendation for dismissal.”
Course Schedule
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Week 1 January 4—7 Core structure of History of Photography |
Lecture: The Science, Inventors, and Early Discoveries of Photography Lecture: Early Photographic Inventions: Daguerreotype, Calotype, & Glass Plate Photography Lecture: Photography as Communication: Global News & Current Events Lecture: The Changes from Standardizing Photographic Practice: Making Photography Accessible and Affordable. Lecture: Photographic Seeing of Time and Space |
Discussion 1: How has Photography has helped you in your own Personal History?
Test 1: Comprehensive Examinations of Week 1
Both are Due: Sunday, January 9th, 2022 at 11:59pm |
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Week 2 January 10—14 Modernization of Photography |
Lecture: Photographic Pictorialism: How Photography is Like Painting Lecture: Modern Photographic Innovations and New Photographic Styles Photographic Improvements: New Ways of Seeing Through Better Lenses, Faster Shutters, and Smaller Equipment. Lecture: Halftones to Bytes: Photography used for Social Documentation, Public Information, Advertisement, Journalism, and Propaganda. |
Discussion 2: When did you first discover Photography? And your First Photograph.
Test 2: Comprehensive Examinations of week 2
Both are Due: Sunday, January 16th, 2022 at 11:59pm |
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Week 3 January 18—21 Photography as an Artform |
Lecture: Artistic Expression in the Atomic Age: The Leap from the Documentation of Life, Places, Events, News to making Photographic Art. Lecture: Expanding Photographic Boundaries and Art: Using Photography as Self Expression and Exploring Photographic Art Making Lecture: Changing Reality with Photography: Surrealism, Fantasy, Imagination, Innovation, Poetics, and Dreamscape Lecture: Conceptual Photography: Photographs with a Literal Message, Photographic Puzzles, and How Photography gets us to Think. Lecture: Politics of Photographic Representation: How Photography Addresses Identity, Social Status, Gender issues, Cultural Diversity, Politics, and Personal Development.
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Discussion: Is Photography Art?
Test 3: Comprehensive examination of week 3
Both are Due: Sunday, January 23rd, 2022 at 11:59pm |
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Week 4 January 24—26 Contemporary Photography |
Lecture: Digital Photographic Imaging Lecture: Contemporary Explorations in Photography: Mixed Media, Sculptural Photography, Projection, Alternative Processes, and Experimental Approaches. Final Exam, multiple choice and true or false questions (two hours).
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Test 4 Comprehensive examination of week 4.
Research Paper Due: January 26th, 2022 at 11:59 pm.
Discussion 4: What Issues exist within contemporary Photography?
All must be turned in by January 26th, 2022 at 11:59pm |
Course Summary:
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