ARTNM 328 - Beginning Digital Photo Imagery

    Recent Professors
    Daniel A. Herrera, Craig Martinez
    Recent Semesters
    Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None.
    Summer 2026 Sections
    View Summer 2026 sections of ARTNM 328
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course is an introduction to computer-based photographic imaging with emphasis on utilizing cutting edge digital imaging tools to realize design objects. Basic operating principles of Adobe Photoshop are covered. Topics include scanning, basic photo correction, selections, layer basics, adjustment layers, basic masking and channels, typography, vector drawings, and compositing. Design fundamentals are discussed. Topics include positive and negative space relationship, unity, balance, and basic color theory. Concept development is also introduced.