Photography I

ART X 438.9

Explore the fundamental technical and aesthetic principles of digital photographic processes, including DSLR camera operation, composition, and digital retouching and manipulation.

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Starting at $759.00
As few as 11 weeks
4.0
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What you can learn.

  • Gain a practical, hands-on introduction to DSLR camera operation and photographic composition
  • Understand contemporary digital imaging and its application within commercial and fine arts
  • Define a basic workflow from image making to image editing
  • Understand the foundations of image making so that you can execute your creative vision
  • Have an introductory understanding to different genres of photography and its history

About this course:

In this practical hands-on introduction, the fundamental technical and aesthetic principles of digital photographic processes are addressed, including instruction on DSLR camera operation, composition, and digital retouching and manipulation. Instruction also includes Adobe software acquisition techniques and output technologies. Discussion covers contemporary digital imaging and its application within commercial and fine arts. Assignments demonstrate mastery of technical skills and individual creative expression.

Winter 2022 Schedule

Date & Time
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Enrollment Closed
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Instructor: Craig Havens
384110
Fee:
$759.00
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Notes

For students purchasing a camera, we recommend the free workshop Choosing and Using a Digital Camera. 

Refund Deadline
No refunds after January 08, 2022
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Thursday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Enrollment Closed
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Instructor: Baz Here
384121
Fee:
$759.00
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Location: Online
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For students purchasing a camera, we recommend the free workshop Choosing and Using a Digital Camera. 

Refund Deadline
No refunds after January 13, 2022
Course Requirements
Book: Photography by John Upton, Barbara London, Jim Stone
ISBN 0134482026
Schedule
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Date
Time
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Discussion
Thu Jan 6, 2022
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Online
Discussion
Thu Jan 13, 2022
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Online
Discussion
Thu Jan 20, 2022
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Online
Discussion
Thu Jan 27, 2022
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Online
Discussion
Thu Feb 3, 2022
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Online
Discussion
Thu Feb 10, 2022
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Online
Discussion
Thu Feb 17, 2022
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Online
Discussion
Thu Feb 24, 2022
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Online
Discussion
Thu Mar 3, 2022
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Online
Discussion
Thu Mar 10, 2022
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Online
Discussion
Thu Mar 17, 2022
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Online

Spring 2022 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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This section has no set meeting times.
Future Offering (Opens January 31, 2022 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: Baz Here
385521
Fee:
$759.00
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Notes

For students purchasing a camera, we recommend the free workshop Choosing and Using a Digital Camera. 

Refund Deadline
No refunds after April 02, 2022
Course Requirements
Photography by Barbara London, Jim Stone, John Upton
ISBN 978-0134482026
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Wednesday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens January 31, 2022 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
Instructor: Baz Here
385523
Fee:
$759.00
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Location: UCLA Extension DTLA
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Notes

For students purchasing a camera, we recommend the free workshop Choosing and Using a Digital Camera. 

Refund Deadline
No refunds after April 06, 2022
Course Requirements
Book: Photography by Barbara London, Jim Stone, John Upton
ISBN 978-0134482026
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Wed Mar 30, 2022
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension DTLA
UCLA Extension DTLA 103
Discussion
Wed Apr 6, 2022
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension DTLA
UCLA Extension DTLA 103
Discussion
Wed Apr 13, 2022
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension DTLA
UCLA Extension DTLA 103
Discussion
Wed Apr 20, 2022
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension DTLA
UCLA Extension DTLA 103
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Wed Apr 27, 2022
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension DTLA
UCLA Extension DTLA 103
Discussion
Wed May 4, 2022
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension DTLA
UCLA Extension DTLA 103
Discussion
Wed May 11, 2022
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension DTLA
UCLA Extension DTLA 103
Discussion
Wed May 18, 2022
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension DTLA
UCLA Extension DTLA 103
Discussion
Wed May 25, 2022
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension DTLA
UCLA Extension DTLA 103
Discussion
Wed Jun 1, 2022
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension DTLA
UCLA Extension DTLA 103
Discussion
Wed Jun 8, 2022
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension DTLA
UCLA Extension DTLA 103

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This course applies towards the following certificates & specializations…

Design Communication Arts
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Advanced Design Communication Arts
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