Credit Points: 15
Study Time: 150 Hours

Digital Darkroom examines the influence of traditional photographic processes on digital practices used in contemporary commercial photography. You will develop an understanding of the relationship between the analogue and the digital darkroom.

This unit will provide an introduction to the digital technology used in contemporary photographic image handling including the use of professional scanners, digital printing and managing digital workflow.

Outline syllabus
(An indicative guide to the content covered by this unit.)

• The transition from a conventional to a digital darkroom.
• Scanning.
• Shooting digitally 
• Managing workflow
• Retouching
• Working with set formats for print
• Digital printing procedures and quality control

Method of delivery
Practical workshops; demonstrations; studio practice; projects; critiques.

Aims

A1 To introduce you to the influence of analogue practices on digital processes. 
A2 To develop your digital image capture and darkroom expertise. 
A3 To develop your practical understanding of the importance of efficient workflow.

Learning outcomes
On completion of this unit you will be able to:

LO1 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the influence of analogue practices on digital processes.
LO2 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of digital image capture and darkroom practices.
LO3 Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of professional workflow.

Reference Material

Key
Evening, M. (2009). Adobe Photoshop CS4 for photographers: the ultimate workshop. Oxford: Focal Press.
London, B., Stone, J. & Upton, J. (2010). Photography. 10th ed. Upper Saddle River: Pearson Education.
Lister, M. Photography in the age of electronic imaging In: Wells, L. (2009). Photography: a critical introduction. London: Routledge [chapter 7].

Recommended
Andrews,P. Butler,Y. & Farace,J. (2006). Raw Workflow. Focal Press.
Fraser,B. & Schewe,J. (2008). Camera Raw. Peachpit Press in association with Adobe Press.
Rodney, A. (2005). Colour management for photographers: hands on techniques for Photoshop users. Oxford: Focal Press.