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PHTC-2349-001 Photo Digital Imaging II
Prerequisite: PHTC 1300 or instructor consent
Advanced concepts in the use of the computer and software for photographic manipulation and output.
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Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:
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Student Service Center 117
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(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 4 lab)
Tech Supported
There is no required textbook
1 flash drive at least 1 TB or larger* (this can be used for all of your classes)
Digital camera, min. 10 mega pixels, (photo majors should have a DSLR)
Adobe Photoshop CC software subscription
*For a hard drive to be able to be read/write on both a PC and Mac computers, it must be formatted to ExFAT or FAT32 file format. FAT32 has several limitations, including a 4 GB per-file limit. Formatting must be done before using the drive.
Technology
This course will be taught on online and will meet at the scheduled times throughout the semester. We will use the video conferencing software Zoom (zoom.us). The software is free. To prepare for taking a tech-supported class students will need the following equipment at home:
Advanced concepts in the use of the computer and software for photographic manipulation and output. (WECM)
Produce photographs that illustrate advanced manipulation and enhancement techniques; utilize computers, various photographic input and output devices, and memory and software applications; and develop a body of work that illustrates photographic skills in digital mastery and personal expression. (WECM)
Throughout the course students will:
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Class Policies
Course & Conduct
The syllabus, assignment sheets, screencasts, videos, quizzes, and other documents are located on the AC Connect web page for this course (also referred to as Blackboard). Students should contact AskAC with questions regarding login. Students are responsible for downloading and printing documents as needed.
Should students need to miss class materials will be available online to successfully complete the assignment. For the optimum learning experience students should strive to attend every class, show work in progress, and submit projects by the due date.
Zoom Participation: During Zoom class meetings students are expected to have their cameras on during class discussions, lectures, breakout sessions, and work in progress critiques. Students may use a background image if they do not want the space they are in visible. Cameras may be turned off during videos and screencasts. Students should be available to respond at any time, and should post a comment in the chat room if they need to leave for a moment.
The preferred method of correspondence is email: rwest@actx.edu.
Students must be aware and responsible for the Copyright Notice for the course: The materials in this course website are only for the use of students enrolled in this course for the purposes associated with this course and may not be retained or further disseminated.
Should the need arise; the student is responsible for dropping a course. See the Amarillo College master calendar on the AC website and the course calendar for the date of the last day to drop a course.
Exam Policy There are no exams in this course. Students are assessed on their ability to create images and meet technical objectives in Photoshop.
Homework Policy Although some open lab time is scheduled during class, successful completion of this course will require work outside of class. To earn full credit for projects students must have exercises and portfolios completed at the start of class on the scheduled due date. Make-up Exam Policy There are no exams in this course.
Photography Policy Throughout the study of photography, students must make new photographs for each assignment; this ensures that students are using their cameras on a regular basis and refining their visual thinking and technical skills. Submitting old photographs or photographs used as an assignment in another class will earn a zero for the project. Appropriation of images, regardless of the source, is plagiarism (refer to Plagiarism Policy).
Lab Policy Only students currently enrolled in photography classes are allowed to use photography labs. Do not invite friends and family into the labs. The computer labs, darkrooms, and studios require students be enrolled in a course, or have taken specific courses, before using those areas.
Plagiarism Policy It is crucial for students not to pass off the ideas or words of another as their own, to do so is considered theft and will be treated accordingly. When paraphrasing or quoting another source always use parenthetical citations to credit the source and include all websites and/or books reviewed in the bibliography. In fairness to other students who worked hard on their essays and photographic projects, students caught plagiarizing will earn a zero for the project and may be subject to additional disciplinary actions by Amarillo College.
Grading
Percentage and points for assignments breakdown as follows:
Parody 10%
Smart Objects 10%
Editorial 20%
Enhancements 15%
Moving Images 15%
Fantasy 20%
Presentation 10%
Refer to handouts for the requirements on each assignment.
F = Unacceptable 59-0%
Grading Policy
Assessment of projects will be based on the following:
Individual interpretation of assignment
Intentional compositional design
Explores the concept of digital imaging as visual art
Demonstrates knowledge of digital imaging with Adobe Photoshop
Presents technically well-crafted digital images in a professional manner
Displays an understanding of the concepts and techniques assigned
Attends lectures, labs, and demonstrations
Participates in in-class activities, discussions, and critiques
Shows work in progress
Discusses ideas and asks questions while projects are in progress
Comes prepared for class, stays on task, and brings appropriate materials
Presents projects on time and meets the requirements of each assignment
Late Work Policy Projects considered on time will be ready for presentation at the beginning of class on the scheduled due date. In fairness to students who finish projects on time there are penalties for late projects. Late projects submitted within one week of the critique date receive a 10% reduction in total points for the assignment, and for projects submitted within two weeks; there is a 20% reduction in points. Projects not submitted within two weeks are not accepted.
Should students need to miss class materials will be available online to successfully complete the assignment. For the optimum learning experience students should strive to attend every class, show work in progress, and submit projects by the due date.
Zoom Participation: During Zoom class meetings students are expected to have their cameras on during class discussions, lectures, breakout sessions, and work in progress critiques. Students may use a background image if they do not want the space they are in visible. Cameras may be turned off during videos and screencasts. Students should be available to respond at any time, and should post a comment in the chat room if they need to leave for a moment.
This schedule is subject to change throughout the semester. Please use the class calendar in Blackboard on a regular basis for information on how to prepare for class, exact due dates, and other relevant information.
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Date |
Scheduled Activities |
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1/18 |
Meet on Zoom / Syllabus / Blackboard / Adobe Creative Cloud *Subscribe to Adobe CC Photoshop and download Photoshop and Bridge apps / install / resolve issues / *Make sure audio, video, and screenshare are working on Zoom |
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1/23 |
Module 1: Parody Posters Intro / Smart Object Review |
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1/25 |
Working with type / character panel / fonts / pen tool / swatches |
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1/30 |
Module 2: Grids / Smart Objects / Valentine’s Day Cards intro / (single and folded) |
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2/1 |
Module 1 Due (use wetransfer.com) |
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2/6 |
Module 2: Variations Grid intro |
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2/8 |
Smart Objects lab |
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2/13 |
Module 2 Due (use wetransfer.com) |
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2/15 |
Module 3: Editorial Portfolio / Artboards |
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2/20 |
Blending options / Actions / Pen Tool |
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2/22 |
Lab – work in progress |
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2/27 |
Lab – work in progress |
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3/1 |
Module 3 Due (use wetransfer.com) |
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Date |
Scheduled Activities |
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3/6 |
Module 4: Enhancements / Color Retouching intro / Ethics |
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3/8 |
Retouching intro / Liquify / Channels Bring a portrait for this project |
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3/13 – 17 |
Midterm Break |
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3/20 |
Painting Techniques / Brushes Lab – work in progress |
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3/22 |
Lab – work in progress |
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3/27 |
Module 5 intro / Cinemagraphs / Stop frame animation Lab – work in progress |
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3/29 |
Module 4 Due |
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4/3 |
Timeline / Cinemagraph demo |
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4/5 |
Lab – work in progress |
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4/10 |
Module 6 intro / Fantasy Portfolio intro Moving Images work in progress |
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4/12 |
Cinemagraph work in progress |
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4/17 |
Lab – work in progress |
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4/19 |
Module 5 due / Module 7: Presentation intro |
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4/24 |
Lab – work in progress |
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4/26 |
Lab – work in progress |
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5/1 |
Lab – work in progress |
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5/3 |
Module 6 Due: Fantasy |
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5/8 |
Module 7 Due: Presentation |
01/16/23 10:57 AM
01/16/23 11:05 AM