PHOT 10 - History of Photography

    Recent Professors
    Scott Moore, Heather Allison DeToma, Kurt Simonson
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3A · IGETC Area 3A · CSU GE Area C1
    Description
    This course surveys the history of photography from its inception to the present digital age. It explores photography as a form of visual communication in historical, socio-political, cultural and aesthetic contexts. Students will develop visual literacy through verbal and written analysis. Museum and gallery field trips are required. This course is appropriate for art majors and non-art majors.
    Usually Held
    Thu 6:05pm–7:30pm, Wed 2:20pm–3:45pm