PE 1607 - Backcountry Photography

Fall, Spring. 1 credit. S/U grades only (no audit).

Course fee: $365 for food/travel. Field component takes place in the Finger Lakes. For more information about the course, please visit the Cornell Outdoor Education website.

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Enjoy being outdoors in the Fingerlakes in this introduction to backcountry photography course. Students will camp out and enjoy the beauty of this region while learning to use your camera, whether it is a cell phone or digital SLR. Everyone can take great pictures! The Finger Lakes region is full of numerous opportunities for the avid nature photographer to refine their skills. This course will teach you some of the basics, including the rule of thirds, and how to utilize your exposure time to maximize your photographs.