ART 250B Tia/Women in Photo/Beg Photo
Through this studio course students learn traditional silver photography techniques (film camera and wet darkroom) while exploring the history of photographic images made by women working in the field from 1839 to the present. Research projects and presentation will assist class members to understand historical trends and contemporary issues of the medium, as well as to define some of the unique aspects of photography by women and consider how gender may affect art-making. Students will produce a portfolio of their own images influenced by their research and new understanding. Film camera with variable aperture and shutter speed required. Digital point-and-shoot or cell phone camera useful for color work. No prerequisite. This course is equivalent to Art 241 Photo I and also carries a GWS (Gender and Women's Studies) designation. Offered alternate years. Suitable for non-majors. (EL)