1605 - Photographing the Nude

Course Description

The human figure is a classic theme for artists, regardless of their preference for pencil, brush or lens. This concentration on the human form -- its energy, pathos or elegance -- is the subject of this course for students interested in studio lighting. Participants investigate the inter-relationship of lighting, framing and focus as a means to best compress three-dimensional form into two-dimensional photographic space. Learn to build trust working with nude models (male and female) in a controlled studio environment. Discussion topics include contracts, rights and permissions, but the primary concerns are aesthetic. Photographers gain experience interpreting their subjects with sensitivity and candor to reveal an archetypal humanness.

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

• Animation : Electives
• Graphic Design : Electives
• Interactive Design : Electives
• Jewelry Making + Design : Electives
• Natural Science Illustration : Electives
• Painting Studies : Electives
• Photography : Electives
• Product Development + Manufacturing : Electives