March, 2008: MCP Class Schedule
Continuing This Month
Rebecca Pavlenko
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Course #2550 + Personal Vision:
Developing Your Photographic Portfolio
January 24 to March 6, 2008
Thursdays, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. (6 sessions)
Instructor: Rebecca Pavlenko
Fee: $202.50 MCP members, $225 non-members
Deadline to Enroll: January 20, 2008
Class Limit: 12
Location: Rebecca Pavlenko's studio
Course Description
Creating photographs demands more than mastery of technique - it also requires personal vision. This course explores how to bring personal meaning to one's photographic work, and examines what constitutes a cohesive body of work and a finished portfolio. First, we review examples of how other photographers have infused personal vision into their photographs. Then, in a supportive setting, we review participant's current work, steps taken so far, and areas for potential growth. Students create a definition of the project they would like to pursue and will have time to present work and get feedback as they develop their project. Through editing, sequencing, and presentation methods, participants will acquire the tools to create a finished portfolio of work.
Requirements
Participants should be at an intermediate level of photography, have knowledge and experience in image making without assistance, and have a body of work of at least 8 images for review early in the course. This course will not cover photographic processes. This course is for students who want to take the next step in developing their photographic vision by creating a strong body of work.
Participants will be expected to produce their own prints for review, through a digital service bureau, printing at home, or through access to or Digital Lab.
Participants are allotted 18 hours of open digital lab time for no additional charge during the duration of this course for class related work only. Ink and paper fees still apply. MCP's Darkroom can be used during open lab hours for no additional charge during the duration of the course, with no limit on hours.
Instructor
Rebecca Pavlenko graduated with honors with a BFA in Studio Arts and a BA in Art History. She studied master black and white printing with George Tice and multiple printing with Jerry Uelsmann. She has been a mentor in the WARM Mentor/Protégée Program and has taught numerous classes and workshops at Vision Quest, the College of Visual Arts, MMAA, Stillwater Prison as well as for kids in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. She has shared her photography locally and internationally, has won numerous awards and has her work in museums and private collections. She has created photographic exhibitions in collaboration with local theater companies and works from time to time as a scenic artist, painting for the Guthrie Theater. Her most recent photographic work evolves from her study and practice of Zen Buddhism. And she loves cookies.
web links
www.rebeccapavlenko.com
www.kodakgallery.com
