Queer Photography

Queer people have been invested in making photographs as social, political, and aesthetic interventions since the inception of photography. This course traces how photos themselves may be queer as well as the ways that queer imagemakers have continually produced pictures that push the limits of photographic imaging and the aesthetics of identity. Through lectures, readings, critiques, and discussions, this class explores the ever-unfolding ways that queer pictures are made and thus innovates understandings about what photography is and can be. Lorenzo Triburgo will join the class as a guest speaker.

Prerequisite: Intermediate: You are familiar with a camera, whether film or digital. You understand aperture, shutter speed, exposure, white balance, histograms, and how to control focus. You are comfortable editing and processing your images. You may want to learn how to utilize your camera in a more thoughtful and articulate way, or learn more about lighting or how to utilize theoretical concepts in relation to your portfolio of work.

Note: Digital SLR or Mirrorless Camera, Film Camera are all suitable for this class.

Courses are subject to minimum enrollment. Please register early, within five days of the start-date, to reduce the likelihood of course cancellation and to ensure you receive all course-related materials in time to prepare for class.

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