ART 249 Smartphone Photo & Video
This online course explores the creative possibilities of smartphone cameras through still and moving images. Students will learn the basics of digital photography including composition, lighting, camera angles and point of view. For the creation of video we will discuss how images work through time and how to use storyboards. The class will research app 'filters' and consider how they change an image’s meaning. Through the use of Apps, the class will learn basic photo and video editing. It will also cover the use of external accessories for smartphones that can enhance the types of images your phone can capture. Class assignments and projects will be uploaded and reviewed utilizing popular photo based social media apps. This introductory art course is suitable for non-majors.