This course explores documentary photography and its basis in and connection to photojournalism while addressing business and legal issues. Major historical, contemporary and ethical markers in the fields of documentary photography will be explored. Students will learn necessary skills necessary for successful visual storytelling including: editing, sequencing, access, flow, research, and caption writing.
This class meets in person on the Ocean campus. Some Cameras and lenses are available. To waive the PHOT51 Beginning Photography pre-req visit the CCSF Pre-requisite Challenge Process page. Applies toward a href ="https://www.ccsf.edu/degrees-certificates/photography">PHOT certificates and the AS Degree.
PREREQ: PHOT 51 Recommended Preparation, (PHOT 80 or PHOT 85A) and (PHOT 100 or VMD 101)