POV3337 Fine Art PhotographyBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs PHYSIOTHERAPY AND REHABILITATION (TURKISH)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational QualificationsBologna Commission
PHYSIOTHERAPY AND REHABILITATION (TURKISH)
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
POV3337 Fine Art Photography Fall 2 2 3 5
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Prof. Dr. NAZLI EDA NOYAN CELAYİR
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: This course aims to introduce the concept of fine art photography and related printing techniques. Students are expected to familiarize with different exhibition methods and put this knowledge into practice.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Recognize different printing methods.
2. Analyze the effects on presentation and exhibition techniques.
3. Identify fine art printing processes from 20th Century and before.
4. Analyze different practices in photographic history.
5. Practice fine art printing by using different printing methods.

Course Content

This course offers knowledge and practice of post-photographic processes like archival prints, alternative processes, different chemical and digital printing within the context of historical and contemporary practices. The effects of these processes on narration and production will also be explained and some of these processes will be put in practice by the students when applicable.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Notion of fine art photography and its historical evolution – 19th century practices.
2) Notion of fine art photography and its historical evolution - 20th century and contemporary practices. Weekly readings will be assigned.
3) Early theories about fine art and their reviews, examples from notable practitioners. Assignment I Working on the assignments.
4) Fine Art printing techniques and corresponding examples. Working on the assignments.
5) Analyzing Alfred Stieglitz’s works within the context of platinum and palladium print of pictorialism. Assignment II. Working on the assignments.
6) Fine art printing and presentation techniques. Working on the assignments.
7) Exhibiting methods and materials of exhibition. Assignment III. Working on the assignments.
8) Stilistic interpretations of famous photographers within the techical context of photography. Working on the assignments.
9) Analyzing Edward Steichen’s Works from pictorialism to direct photography. Assignment IV Working on the assignments.
10) Printing in the context of galleries and art market Working on the assignments.
11) Archival processes of fine art prints. Working on the assignments.
12) Analyzing Ralph Gibson’s Works and the effects of material choice on representations Working on the assignments.
13) Analyzing Jeff Wall’s Works. Contemporary Examples of Fine Art Printing Working on the assignments.
14) Evaluation Final Assignment; Oral Presentation of the works Working on the assignments and presentations.

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: 1. Hirsch, R. (2009). Photographic possibilities the expressive use of equipment, ideas, materials, and processes. Amsterdam Boston: Focal Press/Elsevier.
2. Steinmueller, U. & Gulbins, J. (2008). Fine art printing for photographers : exhibition quality prints with inkjet printers. Santa Barbara, CA: Rocky Nook.
References: 1. Adams, A. & Baker, R. (1995). The negative. Boston: Little Brown.
2. Adams, A. & Baker, R. (1983). The print. Boston: Little, Brown.
3. Gibson, R. (2001). Ex libris : photographs and constructs. New York, NY: PowerHouse Books.
4. Greenough, S. & Stieglitz, A. (2002). Alfred Stieglitz : the key set : the Alfred Stieglitz collection of photographs. Washington, D.C. New York: National Gallery of Art Harry N. Abrams.
5. Wall, J. & Duve. (2009). Jeff Wall : the complete edition. London: Phaidon.
6. Smith, J. & Steichen, E. (1999). Edward Steichen : the early years. Princeton, N.J: Princeton University Press in association with the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 1 % 10
Homework Assignments 4 % 40
Presentation 1 % 10
Final 1 % 40
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 4 56
Study Hours Out of Class 13 3 39
Presentations / Seminar 1 1 1
Homework Assignments 4 7 28
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 126

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) To have theoretical and practical knowledge required to fulfill professional roles and functions of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation field. 2
2) To act in accordance with ethical principles and values in professional practice. 1
3) To use life-long learning, problem-solving and critical thinking skills. 4
4) To define evidence-based practices and determine problem solving methods in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation practices, using theories in health promotion, protection and care. 1
5) To take part in research, projects and activities within sense of social responsibility and interdisciplinary approach. 3
6) To have skills for training and consulting according to health education needs of individual, family and the community. 1
7) To be sensitive to health problems of the community and to be able to offer solutions. 3
8) To be able to use skills for effective communication. 5
9) To be able to select and use modern tools, techniques and modalities in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation practices; to be able to use health information technologies effectively. 1
10) To be able to search for literature in health sciences databases and information sources to access to information and use the information effectively. 1
11) To be able to monitor occupational information using at least one foreign language, to collaborate and communicate with colleagues at international level. 1
12) To be a role model with contemporary and professional identity. 4