Magic and Material: The Alchemy of Photography

What are images made of? In this course we will spend the semester exploring the materiality of photography. Students will discover the magic and meaning of harnessing light through various material processes, including cyanotype, anthotype, gum bichromate printing, and more. In addition to traditional alternative processes, students will experiment with ways to incorporate modern technology with historic techniques. Students will produce a series of projects informed by the conceptual and expressive qualities inherent in these processes through hands-on engagement with physical matter, both in the environment and in the studio. (At least one prior Studio Art course required) 6 hrs. lect/lab