Photography

Liberal Arts<\/a><\/li><\/ul>"},"learning_outcomes":{"label":"Program Learning Outcomes","slug":"learning_outcomes","content":"<p>Undergraduate students will meet the following student performance criteria:<\/p><p>Conceptual and Problem-Solving Skills<\/p><ul>\t<li>Make creative decisions that support conceptual impact, cohesiveness and memorability of created images<\/li>\t<li>Integrate key conceptual elements (such as mood, narrative, introducing the unexpected) with technical elements (such as composition, lighting, point of view) to suggest a story or elicit an emotional response from the viewer<\/li><\/ul><p>Lighting Skills<\/p><ul>\t<li>Utilize indoor and outdoor lighting, studio lighting techniques, lighting with constant light sources, and mixed lighting situations<\/li>\t<li>Work effectively with natural light and demonstrate understanding of the relationship between time of day and variations related to quality of light<\/li>\t<li>Work effectively with point source, flood, spot, diffused and reflected light<\/li><\/ul><p>Camera Capture Skills<\/p><ul>\t<li>Demonstrate full knowledge of digital SLR components<\/li>\t<li>Demonstrate understanding of exposure controls<\/li>\t<li>Effectively use a light meter for multiple lighting situations<\/li><\/ul><p>Digital Imaging<\/p><ul>\t<li>Apply Photoshop techniques using various tools, layers, curves and selections with digital images<\/li>\t<li>Apply retouching skills and color correction knowledge consistent with industry standards<\/li><\/ul><p>Digital Printing<\/p><ul>\t<li>Produce professional quality prints<\/li>\t<li>Create high quality print portfolio demonstrating printing skill and overall quality of images required for petition to graduate<\/li>\t<li>Demonstrate understanding of archival qualities, including ink and paper stability<\/li><\/ul><p>Professional Readiness<\/p><ul>\t<li>Demonstrate knowledge of industry trends and professional practices related to professional photography<\/li>\t<li>Produce professional materials required for an entry-level job search<\/li><\/ul>"}}" data-employment="{"url":"","text":"VIEW GAINFUL EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION"}">

Liberal Arts<\/a><\/li><\/ul>"},"learning_outcomes":{"label":"Program Learning Outcomes","slug":"learning_outcomes","content":"<p>Undergraduate students will meet the following student performance criteria:<\/p><p>Conceptual and Problem-Solving Skills<\/p><ul>\t<li>Make creative decisions that optimize conceptual impact, cohesiveness and memorability of created images<\/li>\t<li>Integrate key conceptual elements (such as mood, narrative, introducing the unexpected) with technical elements (such as composition, lighting, point of view) to suggest a story or elicit an emotional response from the viewer<\/li><\/ul><p>Lighting Skills<\/p><ul>\t<li>Master indoor and outdoor lighting, studio lighting techniques, lighting with constant light sources, and mixed lighting situations<\/li>\t<li>Work effectively with natural light and demonstrate understanding of the relationship between time of day and variations related to quality of light<\/li>\t<li>Work effectively with point source, flood, spot, diffused and reflected light<\/li><\/ul><p>Camera Capture Skills<\/p><ul>\t<li>Demonstrate full knowledge of digital SLR components<\/li>\t<li>Demonstrate complete understanding of exposure controls<\/li>\t<li>Effectively use a light meter for multiple lighting situations<\/li><\/ul><p>Digital Imaging<\/p><ul>\t<li>Apply advanced Photoshop techniques using various tools, layers, curves and selections with digital images<\/li>\t<li>Apply retouching skills and color correction knowledge consistent with industry standards<\/li><\/ul><p>Digital Printing<\/p><ul>\t<li>Produce professional quality prints<\/li>\t<li>Create high quality print portfolio demonstrating printing skill and overall quality of images required for petition to graduate<\/li>\t<li>Demonstrate understanding of archival qualities, including ink and paper stability<\/li><\/ul><p>Professional Readiness<\/p><ul>\t<li>Produce and present a professional portfolio that meets department expectations and industry standards<\/li>\t<li>Create promotional materials to support print portfolio and website<\/li>\t<li>Demonstrate knowledge of industry trends and professional practices related to professional photography<\/li><\/ul>"}}" data-employment="{"url":"","text":"VIEW GAINFUL EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION"}">

Graduate Liberal Arts<\/a><\/li><\/ul>"},"learning_outcomes":{"label":"Program Learning Outcomes","slug":"learning_outcomes","content":"<p>Graduate students will meet the following student performance criteria:<\/p><p>Conceptual and Design Skills<\/p><ul>\t<li>Make creative decisions that optimize conceptual impact, cohesiveness and personal style<\/li>\t<li>Integrate conceptual and technical elements of photography to convey a story, idea, or emotion<\/li>\t<li>Effectively deploy design elements within the composition and presentation of the imagery<\/li><\/ul><p>Technical Skills<\/p><ul>\t<li>Utilize effective lighting styles, techniques and equipment appropriate to art for commerce, photojournalism\/documentary, or fine art applications, as determined by projects and professional focus<\/li>\t<li>Master exposure, lighting ratios, and post-production skills as appropriate to the project<\/li><\/ul><p>Communication and Analysis<\/p><ul>\t<li>Communicate ideas and proposals clearly, verbally and in writing, including defending work and choices made during capture, output and presentation<\/li>\t<li>Critique their photographs with an understanding of technical, aesthetic, and historical context<\/li><\/ul><p>Professional Readiness<\/p><ul>\t<li>Produce a cohesive portfolio tailored to reflect career goals<\/li><\/ul>"}}" data-employment="{"url":"","text":"VIEW GAINFUL EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION"}">

Graduate Liberal Arts<\/a><\/li><\/ul>"},"learning_outcomes":{"label":"Program Learning Outcomes","slug":"learning_outcomes","content":"<p>Graduate students will meet the following student performance criteria:<\/p><p>MFA Thesis Project<\/p><ul>\t<li>Produce an advanced-level thesis project within a digital or traditional specialization, demonstrating mastery and synthesis of the skills taught in the program<\/li><\/ul><p>Thesis Project Development<\/p><ul>\t<li>Propose a solid concept suitable for refinement and development<\/li>\t<li>Select an appropriately challenging and feasible project<\/li>\t<li>Present a cohesive body of work<\/li>\t<li>Successfully articulate the end result of the project<\/li>\t<li>Demonstrate sufficient preparation for their project (research, problem solving)<\/li><\/ul><p>Conceptual and Design Skills<\/p><ul>\t<li>Make creative decisions that optimize conceptual impact, cohesiveness and personal style<\/li>\t<li>Integrate conceptual and technical elements of photography to convey a story, idea, or emotion<\/li>\t<li>Effectively deploy design elements within the composition and presentation of the imagery<\/li><\/ul><p>Technical Skills<\/p><ul>\t<li>Utilize effective lighting styles, techniques and equipment appropriate to art for commerce, photojournalism\/documentary, or fine art applications, as determined by projects and professional focus<\/li>\t<li>Master exposure, lighting ratios, and post&ndash;production skills as appropriate to the project<\/li><\/ul><p>Communication and Analysis<\/p><ul>\t<li>Communicate ideas and proposals clearly, verbally and in writing, including defending work and choices made during capture, output and presentation<\/li>\t<li>Demonstrate professional behavior throughout the review process<\/li>\t<li>Critique their photographs with an understanding of technical, aesthetic, and historical context<\/li>\t<li>Build on feedback to improve their body of work<\/li><\/ul><p>Professional Readiness<\/p><ul>\t<li>Assemble a cohesive portfolio, which shows a unique personal view and style<\/li>\t<li>Produce and present professional quality materials<\/li>\t<li>Clearly articulate future plans and goals in the area of photographic specialty<\/li><\/ul>"}}" data-employment="{"url":"","text":"VIEW GAINFUL EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION"}">