History of Photography in Latvia (KSK_263)
About Study Course
Objective
To familiarise students with the history of photography in Latvia – events, personalities and institutions from the second half of the 19th century to the present day, devoting principal attention to the specifics of development of photography in the 20th century in the context of socio-political and cultural events.
Prerequisites
None.
Learning outcomes
Students know the most important author photographers, their works and ideas. Know the most important authors (philosophers, cultural theorists, etc.) and their ideas about photography in a broader cultural and historical context.
Students are able to autonomously study and analyse texts on the history of ideas of photography and use them to shape own understanding of photography. Able to evaluate and critically discuss the history of photography and images from different periods of time. Able to recognise a certain photographer or works from a photography movement. Able to critically evaluate popular culture photographs.
Students find their way around the most important aspects of understanding photography. Find their way around the most important personalities of author photography and their works. Demonstrate competence of high level, critically evaluate different photographs (author photographs, photojournalism, commercial photography, etc.).
Study course planning
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Photography, FO | 2 | Bachelor’s | Required | ||
| Photography, FON | 4 | Bachelor’s | Required |
