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Lighting 1 (PHDI 1120)
Total Credits:
3
Lecture Credits:
2.00
Lab Credits:
1.00
Description:
This course covers basic lighting techniques used by all professional photographers. You will learn the control of the five lighting elements of quality, direction, ratio, quantity and color as they relate to creating three-dimensional contrast. You will explore the application of natural and tungsten lighting in the studio and on location implementing light modifying devices. An essential part of this class is learning how to use hand held light meters. You must provide your own digital single lens reflex (SLR) camera for this course. Consult with instructor for camera recommendations.
Topical Outline:
Learning Outcomes:
1. 1. Identify light modifying devices
2. 2. Produce photographs showing each of five elements of light
3. 3. Distinguish between incident and reflective metering methods
4. 4. Demonstrate equipment and safety procedures in a studio setting
5. 5. Create lighting diagrams
Prerequisites:
Placement score into READ 0200 or placement score into ESOL 0052 or completion of READ 0100 or ESOL 0042 with faculty recommendation into ESOL 0052. Instructor approval for Non-PHDI Majors (Non-PHDI majors must meet Reading placement).