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ART-2664: Introduction to Photography

Description: Introduction to the tools, techniques, and concepts of digital photography. Development of visual style, two-dimensional composition, and visual communication through iterative assignments. Application of formal analysis and intercultural interpretation of photographs through class critique as well as historical and contemporary examples. Examination of diverse viewpoints through readings and discussions on the role of photography in identity, culture, and politics. Course contact hour structure: Lecture (1H,1C), Lab (3L, 1C), Design Lab/Studio (2L, 1C). (1H, 5L, 3C). RESOURCE CHARGE.

Pathways: 6A Critique & Practice in Arts, 6D Critique & Prac in Design, 11 Intercultural&Global Aware.

Course Hours: 3 credits

Prerequisites: ART-1204 or ART-1604

Required By: ART-3564

Corequisites: N/A

Crosslist: N/A

Repeatability: N/A

Sections Taught: 16

Average GPA: 3.49 (rounds to B+)

Strict A Rate (No A-) : 51.03%

Average Withdrawal Rate: 1.73%

Dongsoo Choi202445.8%41.6%7.1%0.0%3.7%1.7%3.314
Michael Borowski202475.1%16.3%5.0%1.4%0.7%1.4%3.6310
David C Rehor202448.9%27.7%14.4%0.0%5.5%3.3%3.182

Grade Distribution Over Time

1234GPA
Spring 2019Fall 2019Spring 2020Fall 2020Spring 2021Fall 2021Spring 2022Fall 2022Spring 2023Fall 2023Spring 2024Fall 2024Term050% W