Multimedia Photography Pathway
To complete a Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathway in multimedia photography, Arvada West students must complete a minimum of two years in any of the following courses.
Multimedia Photography Courses
Digital Photography
- Course ID: 05251G05011
- Credit: 0.5
- Semester course
- Prerequisite: none
- Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
- Fee associated with this course
Digital photography will introduce students to the use of digital cameras and digital image-editing software. Students will receive a fundamental introduction to digital photography including proper use of settings, composition skills, lighting, and various styles of photography. Students will need a digital camera for this course as they will be taking photos and learning to edit them.
Commercial Photography I
- Course ID: 11052G05014
- Credit: 0.5
- Semester course
- Prerequisite: Digital Photography with a C or better
- Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
- Fee associated with this course
Commercial Photography I focuses on studio-based photography. Students will learn basic DSLR camera operations, framing and the art of styling and lighting for professional photo shoots. Projects will include various print advertisements and studio work. Students will learn about careers related to commercial photography and the postsecondary programs and requirements within Colorado. Some examples of jobs in this area are photographer, graphic designer and stylist. Students will complete a number of projects and design pieces to be added to personal portfolios.
Commercial Photography II
- Course ID: 11052G05034
- Credit: 0.5 per semester
- Semester course (enter first code listed)
- Prerequisite: Commercial Photography I with a C or better
- Grade: 10, 11, 12
- Fee associated with this course
Commercial Photography II emphasizes the needs of commercial photographers such as technical expertise, creativity and professional equipment. Technical aspects include film-to-digital transfer, lighting, digital image manipulation, alternative processes, large-format camera work and stock photography. Creative exploration of subject matter, lighting, color theory and other psychological characteristics in the development of images are studied. A variety of photographic equipment is utilized for the studio and on location. Basic darkroom procedures such as film processing, contact printing and enlarging will be covered. Students are expected to create a portfolio of work for both print and electronic formats.
Practicum In Commercial Photo (Digital Photography 4)
- Course IDs: 11052E05012 and 11052E05022
- Credit: 0.5 per semester (1 credit per year)
- Semester (enter first code listed) or full year (required to enter both codes)
- Prerequisite: Photography Advanced. with a C or better
- Grade: 11, 12
- Fee associated with this course
This course is recommended for students who have completed Commercial Photography 2. This course is meant to serve students interested in further development of a professional portfolio in addition to further development of skills and technical knowledge. Students will be expected to further develop knowledge and awareness of the industry of commercial photography. Instruction may be delivered through lab-based classroom experiences and/or career preparation opportunities.
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