PHOT 119 — F 20th and 21st Century Photography 3 Units
54 hours lecture per term. This course explores the history and appreciation of photographs in the 20th and 21st century. Students will examine the relationship between photographic history, culture, and art. In addition, this course discusses the significance of historical photographic images to current trends in photography. Emphasis on critical issues ranging from the fine art print to photo-based arts, from the “truth” of documentary to constructed realities. Study of the camera’s impact on modern and postmodern visual culture. (Degree Credit) (CSU) CSU GE