ARTPH 300 - Basic Film and Darkroom Photography

    Recent Professors
    Brandy Worsfold, Douglas G. Winter, Justin H. Nunnally
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None.
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of ARTPH 300
    Transfers To
    CSUCSU GE Area C1
    Description
    This course examines the formal and technical aspects of film photography. Topics include critiques of major movements in the history of photography and contemporary gelatin silver process artists. A problem-solving approach is utilized to explore compositional ideas. Camera operation, gelatin silver film developing, and gelatin silver printmaking are covered. Chromogenic color negative film (C-41 film) and color reversal film (E-6 film) processing is also introduced. Digital photography file management and editing concepts are introduced through film scans. A film camera as well as darkroom and portfolio supplies are required. Virtual or in-person field trips and keynote artists' talks may be required.
    Usually Held
    Fri 10:00am–12:10pm, Fri 12:30pm–4:00pm, Mon Wed 1:00pm–1:50pm, Mon Wed 1:00pm–2:05pm