PHOTO 15 - Photography and Visual Literacy

    Recent Professors
    S. Deasy, J. Mathis
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    30–35 students
    Difficulty
    6.8Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSUCSU GE Area C1
    Description
    This course explores the visual grammar and aesthetics of photography, highlighting its role as a universal communication and expression tool. Students will learn about photography's impact on arts and social history, develop visual literacy, and examine how images influence culture. The course covers methods for analyzing and critiquing photos using photographic and critical theory. Emphasizing writing and image creation, students will also learn to critically analyze images and conduct research. (A, CSU, UC)