MCCCD Program Description

Color Photography II

Course: ART235

First Term: 1995 Spring

Lec + Lab 3 Credit(s) 6 Period(s) 5.1 Load
Subject Type: Academic
Load Formula: S

Description: Basic theories and techniques of color negative materials

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Trace the history of color photography. (I) 2. Identify and apply basic color theory principles to negative materials. (II, IV) 3. Identify and apply appropriate exposure techniques to various types of color negative film and color print materials. (III) 4. Identify and describe styles and trends in color photography including digital options. (IV) 5. Prepare and mix color print processing chemicals. (V) 6. Use traditional and /or digital color print processing procedures; prepare a portfolio of color images. (V, VI)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Color theory A. Contrast colors B. Complimentary colors C. Color harmony D. Accent color E. Mood color F. Color relationships II. Exposure techniques A. Color negative film B. Color print materials III. Color print processing for color negative materials A. Exposure B. Developer C. Bleach D. Fixer IV. Color print chemicals for color negative materials A. Preparation B. Usage V. Print presentation A. Print mounting B. Retouching

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 11/22/1994

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