27332 CY001 M 6:00PM - 9:50PM Cheyenne

24895 CY002 W 2:00PM - 5:50PM Cheyenne

Professor: Heather Protz
Prerequisites: PHO 170
Computer Lab: Cheyenne
Office : 1718 Cheyenne
Office Hours: posted on door I encouraged you to take advantage of office hours for help with coursework or anything else connected with the course and your progress.
Phone:702-651-4977
Email: heather.protz@csn.edu
I will respond to emails within 24 hours monday 9am - thursday at 6pm I may be unable to respond to emails if I am out of town or attending a conference. Include a clear subject line

Course Description:
This course will introduce students to the basic Adobe Photoshop techniques such as layers, layer masks, color correction and retouching directed specifically to how it applies to photography will be explored.We will scan film and prints as well as using digital camera images. This course can be taken in the same semester as PHO 170. The student must be familiar with computer navigation, saving files and burning to a CD or disk.

Course Objectives and Outcomes:
To begin to become proficient at using Adobe Photoshop
To extend the possibilities for photographic printmaking to the digital realm and to realize a mature digital darkroom”.

The Student will be able to demonstrate to 100% mastery the following:
1. A basic understanding of Adobe Photoshop’s functions.
2. Proficiency in the use of palettes
3. To scan images from negatives or prints in color and B&W.
4. To import and convert images from digital camera outputs.
5. Manipulation of images for print, web, or digital outputs.
6. The use of layers and layer masks.
7. The use of adjustment layers, curves, levels, and other image quality controls
8. Manipulation using Adobe Photoshop to enhance the photographic image.

To be Successful in this Class
1. The student will maintain a notebook containing all lecture and demonstration materials, course assignment
spec sheets, and all negatives, proof sheets, and prints pertaining to assignments.
2. Scan & digital capture all images used for class assignments.
3. The student will attend all classes and class critiques, participate in class discussions and critiques. complete any assigned quizzes, and a examination or project.
4. The student will participate in art shows, vendor show, and other conventions/seminars as appropriate.
5. The student will participate in required field trips.
6. You must spend a minimum of 1/2 hour a day working on Adobe Photoshop or creating/photographing images
7. No music is allowed in class unless operated with headphones and only during open lab periods.
8. No CELL PHONES in class, turn to silent
8. No surfing the web is permitted during lecture periods.
9. Class lab time is expected to be spent working on class assignments. Lab time is not free time. Work at
home will be required in addition to work during lab times (work at home should not substitute for work during
lab time).

web site:
http://www.pixelnrg.com
download appropriate materials before class meets.

Information on all Course Projects, exercises, due dates, reading assignments, as well as many helpful
resources will be available on the course website. The instructor may clarify or change an assignment if necessary via the website. You are responsible for all information on the website, so you will need to check it at least once a week.

Evaluation and Assessments:
Grades will be determined by performance, practical application of knowledge and student attendance. These factors will be assessed by the completion of quizzes, assignments and the final project.

BREAKDOWN OF GRADING SYSTEM (what will be discussed during the critique)
Work will be evaluated by the following criteria:
1) Technique (print quality, presentation, demonstrated understanding of the technical)
2) Esthetics/Creative Expression (form, composition and what were you attempting to explore? did you succeed?)
3) Clarity in the presentation of the defined visual communication goals (Think of the instructor as the art director or client, were the defined goals of the assignment accomplished)
4) Class room participation, attitude (come to class on time and with an attitude ready to work, participation is required)

NO ASSIGNMENTS WILL BE ACCEPTED BY E-MAIL.
No work done/created for a paying job will be accepted
No work or shoot for another class can be used.
All work must be created or conceptualized for the individual assignments given.
All work must be photographed by you (unless specified)
All work must be photographed in the current semester
-You will receive an “F” for the project if the above is tested...
***Work must be handed in on the date specified.
NO LATE ASSIGNMENTS will be accepted***

Letter Grade System
A - Mastery of the technical and conceptual issues within the Digital Darkroom,
including participation attendance and attitude.
B - A strong grasp of the technical and conceptual issues within the
Digital Darkroom including participation, attendance and attitude.
C - Average understanding of the Digital Darkroom,
including participation, attendance and attitude.
D - Below average, does not meet minimum requirements,
poor participation, poor attendance, poor attitude.
F - Failure to complete the assignment,
poor participation, poor attendance, poor attitude.

Extra credit is awarded only if all assignments are turned in ON TIME, and only with prior instructor approval.

Students are responsible for backing up all Projects and exercises through the last day of the semester.
Do keep all files, prints, papers and quizzes returned to you so that any discrepancies can be easily and fairly straightened out. Except in cases of actual error, final grades are permanent.

A “D” is acceptable as a passing grade if the course is to be used as a general requirement or elective, but will not transfer to another school. An “F” constitutes non completion. This grade requires the course to be retaken
and no credit is issued.
“I” - Incomplete grades are generally not given except for unusual medical hardship. If the student is unable to complete the work, it is assumed that she/he will withdraw.
“W” - An Administrative Withdraw is not automatically issued by the instructor. If the student wishes to withdraw, she/he is asked to first notify the instructor and then proceed to the admissions office. At the end of the course, a student may request that the teacher issue a W grade. If a request is not made, the final grade for non completion will be an “F.”
Please notify the instructor if at any point you decide to withdraw from the class. It is the students responsibility to know Drop/Add dates each semester and any possible refunds. See the Registrar for withdrawing and any possible refunds.
If you disappear from class and do not withdraw or contact your instructor you will receive an “F”


CRITIQUE:
Since this program is a commercial photography program, critiques are handled as if the instructor was an art director or client and the student is the photographer working for that art director or client. Therefore, assignments must meet with the specific instructors guidelines and preferences only. Further, much of the critique process is subjective in nature. Much of being a professional commercial photographer involves being able to take direction. The student is given specific guidelines and is encouraged to follow them closely. In this sense, this course fulfills the human relations component.

CRITIQUE PROCESS:
Occasionally images are graded in a class group critique. Participation in critique is essential to the evaluation procedure, and every student is expected to attend with her/his completed projects.

Attendance:
Class will begin on time. Please arrive a few minutes early. If you are absent from class it is your responsibility to find out what was missed and make up that work, quizzes, notes, handouts, demonstrations etc. The instructor will not take class time to assist in lab makeups, nor will come in outside of scheduled hours to do so.
4 or more absences will result in a GRADE of an “F” for the semester.
Absences for which a medical or court excuse is provided (professional letterhead required) will be recorded but not figured in the attendance/participation grade. Likewise, one absence for which advance notice is given by phone or in person will not be figured in the attendance grade. Any significant tardy or early departure from
class will be figured as a half absence. Keep in mind that this is an occupational course, and attendance is important here just as it will be in the employment for which this course is in part designed to prepare you.

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY:
Scholastic dishonesty will not be tolerated and will be prosecuted to the fullest extent. You are expected to have read and understood the current issue of the student handbook (published by Student Services) regarding student responsibilities and rights, and the intellectual property policy, for information about procedures and about what constitutes acceptable on-campus behavior.

MAKEUP LAB WORK:
Makeup work is to be arranged with the lab assistant. The instructor will not be available for any lab makeup time. Makeup can generally be accomplished the day after the scheduled lab demonstration, with the lab assistant supervising. However, remember that the final evaluation of the student’s work comes from the instructor, not the lab assistant. If the lab assistant guides the student on the project, the instructor still may find fault with the project and it is the student’s responsibility to make any necessary adjustments. The student is encouraged to take advantage of the time the instructor is in the lab and not rely on the lab assistant or other students for advice.

GENERAL CLASS PROCEDURES:
• Lecture: Skills and academic principles are explained by the instructor.
• Demonstration: The performance skills and objectives are demonstrated by the instructor.
• Labs: The students perform labs which may be drills or actual operations, first with instructor supervision and then without instructor supervision.
• Review and Practice: Students review skills by direct questioning of the instructor and skills are reviewed by student practice with various assignments. Students will practice skills in labs, at home, or in field situations.
• Evaluation: Evaluation is determined by instructor formally (during crit) and informally (during lab time).

Book required

•The Photoshop CS4 Book for Digital Photographers
by Scott Kelby, New Riders, ISBN: 0321501918
http://www.amazon.com/Photoshop-Digital-Photographers-Voices-Matter/dp/0321580095/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1250447854&sr=8-1

another good book if you are looking
Visual Quickstart Guide Photoshop CS4
http://www.amazon.com/Photoshop-CS4-Visual-QuickStart-Guide/dp/0321563654

Notebook Requirement:
Each student is required to maintain a 3-ring notebook in which the student will keep all assignments, notes, handouts and negatives. Maintaining a good photo notebook is important so that all materials are organized and easy to retrieve. Bring the notebook with you to all classes and work sessions.

Download appropriate materials before class meets
web site:
http://www.pixelnrg.com

Check-out of Equipment:
For any Check-out of equipment, you must present a current CSN student ID. Without ID no equipment will be checked out. If you are not sure about the operation of a new camera ASK, your instructor or a lab tech on proper handling and usage. At the time of checkout you may be tested on the operation of equipment. If you do not pass the test you will not be given equipment.

Equipment and Supplies:
•The student must supply recordable CD’s, 20 for the semester- (NO CDRW)
•9 x 12 envelopes for handing in work.
•Highly Recommended: Portable Hard Drive, More storage space can use for all your classes.
or flashdrive, thumb drive, cruzer -4GB or greater (www.buy.com, good prices)
•Epson print papers, Premium Glossy Photo Paper, Premium Luster Photo Paper, Premium Semigloss Photo Paper 8.5x11,   (You may want to print your final on the larger 13x19 paper)
•Epson inks (to be specified)
•Matts for Final (white or black) no smaller than 11x14 inches
•Compact Flash card for digital cameras -512 meg or higher- (www.buy.com, good prices)
•Card reader USB or the Faster FIREWIRE (check for mac compatibility)


Lab Policy: See lab policy handout

Safety Procedures:
The safety procedures for the college are posted in the classroom. The procedures will be discussed during the
first class meeting. Any injury or accident should be reported to the instructor immediately.

Disability Resource Center (DRC)
The College of Southern Nevada, in compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, requests
that all Students with documented disabilities voluntarily contact the Disability Resource Center so that the
college can provide necessary accommodations.

*If you have a documented disability that may require assistance, you will need to contact the Disability Resource Center located in the Student Service Center on each campus.

The College of Southern Nevada makes every effort to make its campuses fully accessible to students with disabilities. The college's Disability Resource Center offers accommodations to help students with documented disabilities with their academic pursuits. In addition, the DRC offers Disability Specialists and DHHS Coordinator to answer any questions or help solve any problems that may arise due to a documented disability. The office also offers adaptive equipment to those who qualify to ensure equal access to all CSN sponsored activities.
We offer accommodations on all campuses and learning centers!
We have specialists at each of our main campus locations to assist you

CAMPUS:
Charleston
Mailing Address: 6375 W. Charleston Blvd WDRC
Las Vegas, NV 89146 3
Location: Building D, Room 122
Telephone: (702)651-5644

Cheyenne
Mailing Address: 3200 E. Cheyenne Ave C1T
N. Las Vegas, NV 8903
Location: Room 1111A
Telephone: (702)651-4045

Henderson,
Mailing Address: 700 College Drive H1B
Henderson, NV 89002
Location: Building B, Student Service Area
Telephone: (702)651-3795

http://www.csn.edu/administration/student/services/disability/index.asp

T utorial Services
http://www.csn.edu/pages/1902.asp

Counseling Department
http://www.csn.edu/admissions/counseling/index.asp

Learning and Earning Program
http://www.csn.edu/administration/student/services/learn.asp