Universitat Internacional de Catalunya
Photography
Other languages of instruction: English, Spanish,
Introduction
Photography is a medium of visual communication with great relevance in our context that is important to know and master, especially in the technical and compositional aspects, in order to control how we photographically represent what surrounds us.
There will be a brief introduction to the history of photography and the most relevant authors, from the pioneers of the nineteenth century to the most current ones, to have a vision of the evolution of the medium.
In the technical part, basic notions such as sensitivity, shutter and aperture will be explained and practiced, which can help us improve our images, especially in difficult places or moments of lighting.
Both technical and creative skills will be carried out, in order to put into practice the knowledge acquired during the course.
Pre-course requirements
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Objectives
- Introduction to photographic representation as a technical, informative and creative medium.
- Understanding the differences between the analog and digital context.
- Theoretical understanding of the evolution of the photographic medium and the basic technical notions involved in the photographic process.
- Acquisition, optimization or improvement of the mechanical, creative and technological skills involved in the photographic process.
- Development of critical skills and image analysis.
- Acquisition of the ability to differentiate mere editing from manipulation, as well as its limits in the different fields of photography.
- Knowledge of the compositional elements of an image and its influence on its meaning.
Syllabus
1. Introduction to the history of photography and the most relevant authors.
2. Photographic equipment and technique: sensitivity, shutter and diaphragm.
3. Composition and photographic genres
5. The report: how to tell a story.
6. The photographic post-production and digital treatment of the image.
Bibliography and resources
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Gisèle Freund (2017) La fotografía como documento social. Barcelona: Editorial Gustavo Gili.
LANGFORD, M. (2003) Fotografía Básica. Barcelona: Omega.
MELLADO, J.M. (2017) Los fundamentos de la fotografía. Fotografía de Alta Calidad: Adobe CC 2017. Grupo Anaya Publicaciones Generales
MOMEÑE, E. (2009) La visión fotográfica. Curso de fotografía para jóvenes fotógrafos. Madrid: Eduardo Momeñe.
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SONTAG, S. (2018) Sobre la fotografía. Debolsillo.
Sougez, Marie-Loup (2011) Historia de la fotografía. Cátedra.
WESTON, C. (2009) La exposición digital. Barcelona: BLUME (Naturart)