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Photography

Advanced Black & White: Documentary, Style, and Mastery

A 300-level studio in monochrome seeing for photographers who already shoot black and white and now want a voice — documentary practice and the decisive moment, advanced tonal control beyond the Zone System, the long exposure, portraiture, and the sustained photographic project.

Built from the Dean's A Photographer's Guide to Black & White Photography, the course ends with a cohesive personal body of work and a submission to the Light & Composition Photo of the Day Award.

Course Overview

8
Lessons
Comprehensive modules
21
Quizzes
Test your knowledge
10
Assignments
Practical work
3
Credits
Academic credits
Course Identifier
PHJ 380
Department
Photography
Effort Required
6–7 hours/week
Length
2 months

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Degree Pathway & Living Accreditation

This course awards 3 academic credits transferable directly into Light & Composition University’s formal Diploma and Degree programs.

Step 1 · Single Course

PHJ 380

Master real optical exposure, assignments, and capstones. Complete 8 lessons and earn 3 accredited course credits.

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Step 2 · Advanced Diplomas

Diploma in Photography

Apply your course credits toward specialized Diplomas in Nature, Food, Portrait, or Fundamentals of Photography.

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Step 3 · Higher Degrees

B.S. & Master’s Degrees

Stack your credits into comprehensive graduation programs, culminating in an internationally recognized creative thesis and verified portfolio.

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