PHO 113 - Architectural Photography

Course Description

An introduction to practical and artistic elements of photographing exteriors and interiors of buildings. Lectures, demonstrations, critiques, and field exercises provide a practical foundation for making effective architectural photographs based on technical and aesthetic considerations. You need a DSLR camera in good working condition and to have a basic understanding of the manual settings on the camera.

Course Details

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, successful students will be able to:

• Evaluate buildings in a different “light” and determine who and what the image is for
• Identify the pros and cons of filters
• Determine the right perspective to photo architecture interiors and exteriors
• Describe interior composition-placement of objects
• Apply additional lighting to balance the elements in the photograph
• Paint with light and understand colour balance
• Apply creativity in evening imagery through the “Critical Moment”

Applies Towards the Following Certificate(s)

• Certificate in Visual Design : Optional Courses
• Certificate in Visual Design specializing in Art Theory and Practice : Optional Courses
• Certificate in Visual Design specializing in Interior Design : Optional Interior Design Courses