Summer Photography in Australia—Edge of the Outback is a 3-week travel program covering a variety of topics, including concepts in photography, black and white printing with alternate photographic practices, as well as discussion of SLR camera operation and maintenance. No previous photography experience is required.
All photographic equipment will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own if you’d like. Workshops and excursions will be the platform for exploring imagery based on the region's ancient landscape and the sociological layering created by pre- and post-colonial influences.
A local Aboriginal guide from the Barkindji Nation will join you on the excursions to assist in the interpretation of indigenous culture. At the end of the program you will have the opportunity to exhibit you work in a local gallery.
GPA Required: 2.5. If you find your GPA is lower than the requirement, do not despair! Use the "Contact An Advisor" button on this page or call us to let us know your situation. We'll do all we can to find the right program for you.
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The course for this program is Visual Arts Media Workshop A - VPA1MWA. For a better course description of this program, please click here.
Course load: 1 course (3–4 US credits)
Course description and catalog
The program introduction includes concepts in photography, black and white printing with alternative photographic practices, and keeping a journal. Discussions include SLR camera operation and maintenance, aperture and depth of field, shutter speed and movement, exposure control, film speed, and tripods. You’ll have the opportunity to talk with professional photographers as well as ample time in the darkroom and computer labs. Your excursion consists of a 5-day field trip to Broken Hill, with walks through Mungo National Park and other local environments as well as time within indigenous communities.