PH 000PHOTOGRAPHY1-3
1 lab hour
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- 2026-2027-undergraduate
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- catalog.fitnyc.edu
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61 courses with the subject PH, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
PH 003Basic Photography Studio
0 credits; 1 lab hour For Fine Arts students. Students learn the practical applications of digital camera operations and studio lighting techniques. Corequisite(s): PH 103.
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- 2026-2027-undergraduate
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- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 100Photography for Artists2
1 lecture and 2 lab hours This is an introductory course for visual arts students on the basics of digital photography. Through lectures, demonstrations, assignments and critiques, students learn proper exposure, dynamic composition, and creative use of camera functions. Students acquire technical skills and develop conceptual and aesthetic approaches to photography. Photographing two and three- dimensional artwork is also covered.
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- PH
- Credits (min)
- 2
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- 2
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- 2026-2027-undergraduate
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- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 103Basic Photography2
2 lecture hours For Fine Arts students. Fundamentals of modern photographic practices including technical principles, aesthetic camera operation, and lighting techniques. Geared to aid the creative efforts of fine artists. Co-requisite(s): PH 003.
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- 2
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- 2
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- 2026-2027-undergraduate
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- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 104Basic Digital Photography for Visual Design Communication2
ART HISTORY choice - see Requirements 3 GENERAL EDUCATION choice - see Requirements 3 Semester 2 Credits MAJOR AREA IL 105 - Painting Process I: Color Theory and Applications 3
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- PH
- Credits (min)
- 2
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- 2
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- 2026-2027-undergraduate
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- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 117Principles of Photography Including Darkroom Instruction2
1 lecture and 2 lab hours Introduces students to the techniques of black-and-white photography, including basic studio setup, lighting techniques, model direction, and related film exposure as applied to the 35mm camera. Instruction on enlarging techniques and film processing through the use of the darkroom are also covered. 458 Courses and Departments
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- PH
- Credits (min)
- 2
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- 2
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- 2026-2027-undergraduate
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- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 118Beginning Digital Photography2
1 lecture and 2 lab hours An introductory course that familiarizes students with the basics of photography from visual, aesthetic, and technical viewpoints. The course explores the differences between conventional, silver-based (analog), and digital photographic tools. Students learn camera technique, the transfer of the image from the camera to the computer, basic scanning, and digital printing. Students are required to possess their own digital (DSLR) cameras.
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- PH
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- 2
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- 2
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- 2026-2027-undergraduate
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- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 121Large Format Photography2
4 lab hours Basic techniques in professional operation of a large-format view camera as applied to commercial still-life photography. Covers fundamental camera movements, lighting setups, 4x5 film processing, and printing skills.
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- PH
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- 2
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- 2
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- 2026-2027-undergraduate
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- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 130Lighting I2
1 lecture and 2 lab hours Students are introduced to the craft of lighting. They explore the qualities of various kinds of light and observe light from a scientific perspective, which informs their aesthetic decisions. This course is taught using digital cameras.
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- PH
- Credits (min)
- 2
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- 2
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- 2026-2027-undergraduate
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- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 131Lighting Principles2
1 lecture and 2 lab hours The student photographer is introduced to the creative practices of lighting for studio and outdoor photography. Use and control of continuous light, natural light, and pre-existing light are emphasized. Prerequisite(s): (for students not majoring in Photography) PH 117 Co-requisite(s): (for students majoring in Photography) PH 112.
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- PH
- Credits (min)
- 2
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- 2
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- 2026-2027-undergraduate
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- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 132Introduction to Light3
2 lecture and 2 lab hours This course focuses on the observation of light for application to photography. Topics covered include metering, direction, control and modification of ambient light and introduction to studio lighting. Students begin with observations and slowly build their understanding of the nature of light through increasingly complex exercises.
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- PH
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
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- 2026-2027-undergraduate
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- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 141Creative Approaches in Photography1
1 lecture hour This course stimulates students’ creativity through exploration of journaling, brainstorming, and lateral thinking. Guest speakers challenge students to question where ideas originate, and how they can be expanded. They are introduced to a wide range of artists from diverse fields through guest lectures, field trips, and film screenings.
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- PH
- Credits (min)
- 1
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- 1
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- 2026-2027-undergraduate
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- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 152Photography 1: Introduction to Photography4
RELATED AREA FA 118 - Fundamentals of Design for Photography 2 ART HISTORY HA 112 - History of European Art and Civilization: Renaissance to the Modern Era 3 or HA 115 - Crossroads: Global Art and Its Histories, 1450-1750 GENERAL EDUCATION choice - see Requirements 3 Semester 2 Credits MAJOR AREA PH 153 - Photography 2: Photographic Techniques 3
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 4
- Credits (max)
- 4
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- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 153Photography 2: Photographic Techniques3
2 lecture and 2 lab hours This course expands students’ technical and visual vocabulary by adding portable flash, tethered capture, and reflective metering. The creative possibilities of light metering, and lens choice are reviewed. Multi-paneled images combining perspectives and shifting focus are explored. Assignments are shot digitally and presented in print and digitally for critiques. Prerequisite(s): PH 152. 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalog 459
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- PH
- Credits (min)
- 3
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- 3
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- 2026-2027-undergraduate
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- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 162Photographic Styling2
LIBERAL ARTS See Requirements: Choice History of Art or Social Science 3 Semester 6 Credits MAJOR AREA FS 323 - Beginning Digital Design for Stylists 3
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- PH
- Credits (min)
- 2
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- 2
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- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 171Digital Darkroom2
1 lecture and 2 lab hours This course offers an in-depth study of the workflow necessary for the storage, editing, and output of digital photography. Students are introduced to computer-aided tools and techniques that apply to the production and aesthetic concerns of photography in the digital environment.
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- PH
- Credits (min)
- 2
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- 2
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- 2026-2027-undergraduate
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- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 172Photographic Post-Production2
RELATED AREA CG 121 - Applications of Social Media 2 choice - see Related Area Electives 2 ART HISTORY HA 243 - History of Photography 3 GENERAL EDUCATION SC 132 - Color Science for Photography 3 Semester 3 Credits MAJOR AREA PH 251 - Photography 3: Advanced Photographic Solutions 3
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- PH
- Credits (min)
- 2
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- 2
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- 2026-2027-undergraduate
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- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 181Shooting the Narrative: Visual Storytelling I3
2 lecture and 2 lab hours This course introduces students to narrative storytelling through visual images. Through screenings and hands-on instruction, students learn to create images with specific narrative outcomes, and their own image-based narratives. Imaging software including iPhoto, Keynote, iMovie, and Quicktime Pro are introduced.
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- PH
- Credits (min)
- 3
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- 3
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- 2026-2027-undergraduate
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- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 201Digital Photography for Accessories and Jewelry2
1 lecture and 2 lab hours Students learn to light and capture digital images of accessory and jewelry items. They explore lighting techniques for various surfaces and learn to enhance item color, contour, and contrast. A DSLR camera is required and a basic knowledge of an image-editing program such as Adobe Photoshop is strongly suggested. Prerequisite(s): PH 118, or approval of chairperson.
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- PH
- Credits (min)
- 2
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- 2
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- 2026-2027-undergraduate
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- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 230Lighting II2.5
1 lecture and 3 lab hours Students continue the exploration of light begun in PH 130. They apply techniques learned with continuous lights to strobe lights, the standard lighting tool of the professional photographer. Students explore the unique quality of strobe lights and develop techniques using the monoblock strobe. Prerequisite(s): PH 130 or PH 132.
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- PH
- Credits (min)
- 2.5
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- 2.5
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- 2026-2027-undergraduate
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- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 231Electronic Flash4
8 lab hours Advances photographic skills through the use of electronic lighting equipment and techniques. Small-, medium-, and large-format cameras are used to photograph models and still-life subjects in black-and-white or color mediums. Includes related darkroom procedures. Prerequisite(s): PH 115.
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- PH
- Credits (min)
- 4
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- 4
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- 2026-2027-undergraduate
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- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 241Foundations of Color2
4 lab hours Exploration of color as it applies to photography. Includes additive and subtractive color mixing, color harmony, lighting for color, light balancing, color correction, film, and digital color reproduction techniques. Prerequisite(s): PH 112 Co-requisite(s): PH 115. 460 Courses and Departments
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- PH
- Credits (min)
- 2
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- 2
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- 2026-2027-undergraduate
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- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 242Advanced Projects and Portfolio Development4.5
9 lab hours The relationship of advanced studio lighting, set preparation techniques, and digital image capture are explored in conjunction with color theories that apply to model and still-life photography for the printed page. Students complete industry-level assignments and personal interest images in the studio and on location. Emphasis is on preparation of an individualized portfolio presentation. Prerequisite(s): PH 231 and PH 241 or approval of chairperson.
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- PH
- Credits (min)
- 4.5
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- 4.5
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- Type
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- 2026-2027-undergraduate
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- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 251Photography 3: Advanced Photographic Solutions3
2 lecture and 2 lab hours This course builds on techniques from PH 132 and PH 153, and applies them to advanced photographic projects. Students employ tethered capture, as well as advanced post-production techniques, to execute visions and are encouraged to explore the application of various combinations of techniques for different photographic outcomes. Prerequisite(s): PH 153. Co-requisite(s): PH 275.
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- PH
- Credits (min)
- 3
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- 3
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- Type
- course
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- 2026-2027-undergraduate
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- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 252Photography 4: Project Development3
2 lecture and 2 lab hours This course is about developing a body of work. Through weekly assignments, students solve conceptual photographic puzzles and practice critiquing and describing photographs. They research contemporary photographers to understand the current photographic landscape. Technical demonstrations advance lighting and post-production skills. Students develop a personal vision and method of making images. Throughout the semester students will be assigned written assignments in response to a reading, lecture or exhibition. Prerequisite(s): PH 251.
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- PH
- Credits (min)
- 3
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- 3
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- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
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- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 253Traditional Photography2
1 lecture and 2 lab hours Students are introduced to historical photographic tools. They learn to expose and process film and paper, use of large-format cameras, and make pinhole cameras. Students learn a variety of non- silver printing processes such as cyanotype and gum bichromate printing. They are encouraged to experiment and merge older techniques with digital processes.
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- PH
- Credits (min)
- 2
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- 2
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- course
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- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 254Ecology and Photography: Sustainable New York (Interdisciplinary)3
1 lecture and 4 lab hours This is an interdisciplinary course cross-listed with SC 254. It is an introduction to field ecology, environmental storytelling, conservation, and wildlife photography and videography. Students are exposed to field trips, lectures, and discussion within some of New York’s parks and habitats. Through exploration and personal observations, applied scientific research methods are translated into a series of still pictures and moving images about environmental issues. (G6: The Arts).
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- PH
- Credits (min)
- 3
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- 3
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- 2026-2027-undergraduate
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- catalog.fitnyc.edu
- Alias
- SC 254
PH 262Professional Procedures for the Commercial Photographer2
2 lecture hours An in-depth understanding of owning and operating a small professional photography business is provided. Students learn and practice organizational and career goal planning techniques, assignment pricing structures, the use of standard contracts, maintaining accurate records, and the creation of standard business forms. Emphasis is on understanding copyright law and tax structure, and learning criteria for retaining legal and financial services. 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalog 461
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- PH
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
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- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
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- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 265Professional Procedures/Contemporary Trends3
RELATED AREA choice - see Related Area Electives 2 GENERAL EDUCATION choice - see Requirements 6
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- PH
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
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- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 272Photoshop I for Photographers2
1 lecture and 2 lab hours Students engage in a comprehensive study of Adobe Photoshop tools using the Macintosh platform. Methods and management techniques for scanning, creation of selections, layers, color correction, and basic image manipulation are studied.
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
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- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 274Photoshop II for Photographers2
1 lecture and 2 lab hours Students develop an advanced knowledge of layers, channels, curves, image merging, color correction, and color matching in the Adobe Photoshop program. Scanning devices, file formats, and resolution levels are explored. Prerequisite(s): PH 272.
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- PH
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
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- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 275Digital Media Techniques3
RELATED AREA VP 211 - Styling, Prop and Set 2 ELECTIVE choice - General Elective 1.5 GENERAL EDUCATION choice - see Requirements 3 choice - see Requirements 3 Semester 4 Credits MAJOR AREA PH 252 - Photography 4: Project Development 3
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 281Shooting the Narrative: Visual Storytelling II3
2 lecture and 2 lab hours Students learn the techniques required to create complex, narrative digital films. Using a combination of screenwriting, pre-production, production and editing techniques, they work in groups to complete a short narrative film of their own design from start to finish. Prerequisite(s): PH 181.
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 282Basic Video Editing3
2 lecture and 2 lab hours This course is an introduction to non-linear editing in a digital environment. Students learn to use industry standard software to edit capture footage and establish an efficient editing workflow. Basic sound editing and video compositing are also covered.
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 283Framing the Shot3
2 lecture and 2 lab hours This course is an in-depth study of framing content for film and video art production. Using the frame both visually and conceptually, students construct narrative space using composition, color and light. They explore techniques such as perspective, camera angle, micro/macro view transformation, placement and juxtaposition of subject, and mixing of genres. Prerequisite(s): PH 282. 462 Courses and Departments
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- PH
- Credits (min)
- 3
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- 3
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- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 284Editing Concepts3
2 lecture and 2 lab hours Students learn to enhance the story and its visual meaning by applying major theories of editing. They analyze editing strategies used for manipulating screen time and space. The philosophies and techniques of montage and continuity editing are addressed, as well as the process of storytelling using parallel and disjunctive editing strategies. Prerequisite(s): FX 114.
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 299Independent Study in Photography1-3
Prerequisite(s): a minimum 3.5 GPA and approval of instructor, chairperson, and dean for Art and Design.
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credit
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 306Digital Photography for Packaging Design2
1 lecture and 2 lab hours Students learn to produce professional-quality images for their portfolios. The course focuses on studio tabletop photography, lighting techniques, and use of image-processing and editing software. Problem-solving skills are also acquired by working with a variety of materials used in packaging. Prerequisite(s): PK 342.
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 311International Photographic Study and Practice2
4 lab hours Employing photo documentary practices, students gain a general understanding of digital photographic principles and a deeper understanding of another culture. Exploring that culture's history with regard to art, fashion, architecture and social mores, students make imagery that has both immediate and lasting value. Through blogging assignments, students learn how to meld text and images to effectively communicate both subjective and objective points of view.
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 331Lighting for Still and Moving Images2
1 lecture and 2 lab hours An in-depth study of the aesthetics, history, and expressive power of lighting, both natural and artificial, as it is used in still photography and the moving image. Camera experience is required. Prerequisite(s): PH 118 or PH 130 or PH 132 or PH 181 or FI 111.
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 341Digital Craft and the Exhibition3
1 lecture and 4 lab hours Students explore methods for capture, editing, and sequencing groups of digital images as cohesive statements with the aim of producing a photographic exhibition. Through field trips, critiques, and working with a guest art director, students study the signature styles and trends of various photographers. Prerequisite(s): PH 242.
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 342Advanced Project in Style and Media3
1 lecture and 4 lab hours This course pairs photography and fashion design students to create and produce professional press kits and a short digital documentary interpretation of style and fashion. Prerequisite(s): PH 371.
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 351Professional Approach to Photojournalism2
1 lecture and 2 lab hours Students learn how to unite image-making and writing skills to produce newsworthy picture stories. Topics covered include the legal and ethical issues that affect the process of photojournalism as well as the difference between objective and subjective judgments. Prerequisite(s): PH 274 or approval of chairperson. 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalog 463
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 352Photographic Concepts and Exhibition3
1 lecture and 4 lab hours In this course students produce an exhibition of large-scale prints and explore capture methods from shooting single images to presenting multiple images as a cohesive statements. Themes are surveyed through lectures, class discussions, and web research. Examples of exhibitions and published work are provided and discussed along with presentations and critiques. Co-requisite(s): PH 373.
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 353New Documentary Practices2
1 lecture and 2 lab hours This course examines the practice of documentary photography from contemporary and historical contexts as a basis to conceptualize, photograph, and develop projects as an observer of the real world. Topics including defining documentary photography, content and ethics are explored. Various cameras, materials, and presentation strategies and multimedia techniques are considered.
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 361Logistics of Location Photography2
1 lecture and 2 lab hours Students develop the techniques of location photography, including environmental portraiture, industrial, fashion, and architectural photography for editorial and advertising purposes. Assignments stress image design and are performed with medium- and large-format cameras using digital capture technology, as well as indoor and outdoor lighting techniques. Prerequisite(s): PH 371.
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 371Retouching/Prepress Solutions for Photographers2
1 lecture and 2 lab hours Students explore ways to convey their ideas onto the printed page through retouching, editing, and preparing digital files. High-end scanning, RGB to CMYK conversions, digital versus analog proofing, and the differences between photographic, inkjet, and offset printing are also explored from both theoretical and real-world perspectives. Prerequisite(s): PH 274.
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 372Digital Media Technology I2
2 lecture hours This course provides practical, technical instruction in the use of high-end digital image capture backs coupled with traditional, medium-format camera system hardware. Students explore the concepts and processes required to create photographic imagery using Adobe Photoshop, iMovie, and iDVD programs. Prerequisite(s): PH 371.
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 373Digital Production Strategies2
RELATED AREA choice - see Requirements: Related Area Elective(s) 2 choice - see Requirements: Related Area Elective(s) 2 LIBERAL ARTS HA 333 - Contemporary Photography and New Media 3 choice - see Requirements 3 ELECTIVE choice - General Elective 1.5 Semester 6 Credits MAJOR AREA PH 353 - New Documentary Practices 2
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 374Multimedia Workshop3
RELATED AREA CG 251 - Digital Editing for Film and Video 2 choice - see Requirements: Related Area Elective(s) 2 LIBERAL ARTS EN 322 - Writing for Art and Design Professions 3 choice - see Requirements 3 Semester 7 Credits MAJOR AREA PH 472 - Advanced Photography and Video Workshop 3
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 404Basic Interior Design Photography2
1 lecture and 2 lab hours For baccalaureate-level Interior Design students or those interested in interior photography. A foundation for understanding and achieving control of the photographic medium as it applies to interior and architectural photography is provided. Students learn scale model and flat art photography, use of black-and-white and color films, metering, camera control, lighting, and filtration.
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 406Digital Special Effects and Photographic Retouching2
1 lecture and 2 lab hours Students enhance their traditional illustration skills in a digital environment. Exploring Adobe Photoshop and its plug-ins for retouching and special aspects, they achieve the technical ability to transform initial creative inspirations into powerful imagery. Prerequisite(s): IL 324.
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 451Multimedia Concepts3
1 lecture and 4 lab hours Students develop a critical point of view regarding video, electronic, digital, and print media through discussion, viewing, and critiquing published work. Assignments examine the relationship between art and media industries, covering topics that will include advertising, documentaries, the news, personal identity, and media imaging. Prerequisite(s): PH 372.
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 461Multimedia Portfolio3
1 lecture and 4 lab hours Graduating students assemble a professional-quality, digitally processed electronic and printed portfolio of imagery from thematic work produced during the sixth, seventh, and eighth semesters. Prerequisite(s): PH 451.
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 471Digital Media Technology II2
2 lecture hours Students study various forms of state-of-the-art lighting techniques used for digital high-end photography. Lighting for the specific commercial areas of still life, portrait/fashion, architecture/ interior, jewelry, and corporate/industrial are demonstrated and studied. Prerequisite(s): PH 371 and PH 372.
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 472Advanced Photography and Video Workshop3
1 lecture and 4 lab hours This photographic workshop course provides a laboratory for students in PH 493. Students learn to identify technical and production needs for creating and completing their senior design projects, focusing on creative problem solving. They test ideas while pushing the limits of their technical abilities. Co-requisite(s): PH 493.
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 491Research for Senior Design Project2
1 lecture and 2 lab hours This course assists students in developing a thesis proposal for the creation of a multimedia portfolio. Students research a chosen area of study and learn how to effectively plan and organize multimedia projects to be used in their senior design projects. Prerequisite(s): PH 341 and PH 342.
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 492Senior Design Project2
4 lab hours Students prepare a capstone project resulting from the senior design project research completed in the prior semester. The course culminates in a multimedia presentation to faculty, mentors, and invited professionals and Advisory Board members for critique. Prerequisite(s): PH 491. 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalog 465
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 493Senior Photography Seminar4
RELATED AREA choice - see Requirements: Related Area Elective(s) 2 LIBERAL ARTS choice - see Requirements 3 choice - see Requirements: Liberal Arts/History of Art, World History and Global 3
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 4
- Credits (max)
- 4
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 494Senior Photography Seminar II4
2 lecture and 4 lab hours This course guides students through the final production stages and exhibition of their Senior Project. Through group critiques and individual meetings, students learn to hone in on the salient conceptual and aesthetic features of their projects and design their final exhibition installations accordingly. Visits to local multimedia gallery and museum exhibitions, as well as photographic printers and mounting labs broaden students' understanding of the possibilities involved in exhibiting photography. Prerequisite(s): PH 493.
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 4
- Credits (max)
- 4
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PH 499Independent Study in Photography1-3
Prerequisite(s): a minimum 3.5 GPA and approval of instructor, chairperson, and dean for Art and Design. PK: Packaging Design
- Subject
- PH
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credit
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
Source: Fashion Institute of Technology's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61