Photo by Christian Bloch
Photo by Christian Bloch

Overview

Topics Covered

  • Fundamentals of digital photography for VFX and games
  • Lighting, composition, and color theory applications
  • HDR imaging, texture photography, and camera raw workflows
  • Color correction and grading for production use
…and more

Course Format & Structure

  • 10-week in-person course with weekly 3-hour sessions
  • Instructor-led demonstrations and structured, project-based learning
  • Collaborative studio environment with peer critique
  • Average class size of 12
  • Access to dedicated lab/studio space and campus learning resources

Software/Technique

  • Adobe Photoshop
  • PT PT GUI
  • Agisoft Metashape

Recommended Experience

  • No course requirements

Course Level

High Intermediate

Tuition

$2,061 +$25 enrollment fee (Pay-in-Full Option)

Or 3 monthly payments of
$712
+$25 enrollment fee

Total cost: $2,161 (includes $75 payment plan fee)

Payments are due monthly.
Enrollment fee is due with first payment installment.

Summer Term 2026

Christian Bloch
Christian Bloch

Visual Effects Artist

Day:
Sun
Time:
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Date:
Jul 12, 2026 - Sep 13, 2026
Location:
LAB1
Info
Individual courses are not vocational in nature, do not lead to a certificate/diploma, and are outside of institutional accreditation.

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