PHOT P101 - Introduction to Photography

    Recent Professors
    Theodore D. Lyons
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024
    Class Size
    25 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Prerequisite: None. Total lecture 36 hours, laboratory 54 hours. Introduction to the processes, principles, and tools of photography. Topics include the development of technical and aesthetic skills, elements of design and composition, camera technology, darkroom procedures and techniques, film concepts, other photographic materials and equipment, and contemporary trends in photography. Recommended for the Studio Art major and the Commercial Art major. Camera is required. (A/CSU/UC)
    Usually Held
    Tue 10:10am–11:10am, Tue 11:10am–12:40pm