COM 470 - Advanced Digital Photography Credits: 3

Introduces principles of advanced digital photography and teaches competencies in areas such as photographic composition, exposure, and lighting. Students explore practical applications of advanced photographic techniques in RAW and high dynamic range (HDR) photography. Students also learn advanced techniques in photographic lighting for natural and studio applications. Developmental assignments cover techniques in various types of photography, such as portrait; fashion and bridal; still life and product/promotion; nature and wildlife; sports and action; and architectural photography. The course explores advanced digital manipulation techniques through application of Adobe Photoshop. Students are expected to develop an understanding of the relationship of digital photography to their professional goals. Graduate students enrolled in the course must conduct original research on a topic related to visual communication. Different evaluation criteria are applied to graduate/undergraduate students.

Prerequisite(s): COM 360 or permission of instructor.
Graduate Credit: This course is available for graduate credit.