Core Lab: Prof Practices 1
Fall 2020
Taught By: Arlene Collins
Section: A
CRN: 3331
Credits: 3
This class covers professional practices for photographers/artists to evolve into working professionals in photography and related media. This course provides student with an in-depth understanding of the skills necessary to support their work in varied areas of the professional fields of photography. There will be five to six large lectures for all sections of the course that will bring prominent professionals in to discuss their practice/profession as a means of presenting the paths of key figures. The course will also meet in smaller sections in the classroom to cover representing work, business practices for fine art and commercial realms, and to develop language to support a professional life. Topics covered include portfolios, websites, copyright, taxes, social media, resumes, accounting, galleries, artist statements, modes of presentation and how to approach professional contacts. This process prepares students for the transition from undergraduate studies to the professional world, and supports the development of a substantial body of work and supporting professional/critical skills.
College: Parsons School of Design (PS)
Department: Photography (PUPH)
Campus: Online (DL)
Course Format: Seminar (R)
Max Enrollment: 14
Add/Drop Deadline: September 14, 2020 (Monday)
Online Withdrawal Deadline: November 22, 2020 (Sunday)
Seats Available: Yes
Status: Closed*
* Status information is updated every five minutes. The status of this course may have changed since the last update. Open seats may have restrictions that will prevent some students from registering. Updated: 4:31am 2/28/2021 EST