ART 205 History of Photography

Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENG 101 or permission of Art coordinator
3 credits

A survey of the history and development of photography from the beginning to the present. Major trends, styles, and photographers are covered. The course will also include political, social and scientific influences on photography and the role of photography in everyday life. A paper based on direct observation of photographs in a major museum and oral report on an established photographer are required.