Basics of PhotographyLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

The student can
- use different types of cameras.
- edit digital photographs and understand the basic principles of colour management.
- print high quality pigment prints.
- reflect on their expressive choices in an ethical and aesthetic way.

Content

The course introduces the technical basis of photography through theory and various short exercises. The emphasis is on an experimental and exploratory approach to artistic work - the observation and mastery of photographic phenomena, through which the student develops a strong understanding of photographic techniques.