Photography provides an introduction to the tools, procedures, concepts and application of photography. Students will use digital cameras to stimulate the students’ creative capacities for personal expression and communication. The course includes working procedures and critical skills in looking at photographs and introduces equipment, techniques, skills, and concepts of photography. Students will reflect upon and refine their work; explore cultural and historical connections; analyze, interpret and make informed judgments about photography and the nature of photographic imagery; relate it to other disciplines and discover opportunities for integration; and incorporate literacy and presentational skills. Students are encouraged to provide their own camera with adjustable focus, shutter speeds and aperture. This course requires shooting and computer work often outside of the class period.