Photography for Urban Exploration and Inquiry

Want to deeply understand the places you inhabit and observe? Photography offers a unique lens to uncover hidden stories and dynamics within urban landscapes. This course will equip you with the foundational skills to use photography not just as an art form, but as a systematic method for inquiry, allowing you to document, analyze, and interpret urban environments more effectively. What you'll learn: * Understand the principles of photography as a tool for research and observation * Apply fundamental photographic techniques to capture meaningful urban scenes * Analyze visual elements to interpret social, cultural, and physical aspects of places * Develop ethical considerations for photographing people and public spaces * Organize and curate photographic projects for effective communication and inquiry * Practice critical thinking skills by deconstructing and evaluating urban imagery The course progresses from core photographic concepts and techniques to their practical application in urban settings, culminating in methods for visual analysis and project development. This course is designed for absolute beginners with no prior experience in photography or urban studies, who are curious about exploring their surroundings. Start your journey to seeing and understanding places in a whole new way.