Humanities Arts Cultural Stu 0209 - Video I: Surveillance

Fall
2016
2
4.00
Hope Tucker
09:00AM-11:50AM TH;06:00PM-08:00PM TH
Hampshire College
321390
Jerome Liebling Center 120;Jerome Liebling Center 131
htHA@hampshire.edu
321213,321390
Pigeons, balloons, kites, aircraft, satellites, telephones, webcams, carcams, and bodycams have been used to record images of regions, communities, and people. In this introductory level video production course, we will look back at these images -- contemporary and historic examples produced by individuals, corporations, and international government surveillance programs-- that observe, track, and survey as we discuss secrecy, technology, and shifting attitudes towards privacy. Using devices that document from the ground, the sky, and the body, students will complete a series of time and screen based projects designed to develop basic technical proficiency as well as the skills and mental discipline so important to a successful working process. Hands on workshops will introduce students to modes of image acquisition, as well as skills such as lighting, editing, and sound recording. We will follow a workflow that includes research and development of an idea (designing, planning, and scheduling), production (building, testing, recording) and post-production (editing and revision). Screenings, workshops, critiques and discussion will focus on media analysis and image/sound relationships. Readings will include historical, theoretical, and literary texts. Students will gain experience in looking, listening, and thinking critically about the making of the moving image. There are required weekly screenings and workshops. Enrolled or top 5 waitlist students who DO NOT attend the first class session risk losing their place on the class roster.
Independent Work Lab fee: $65. Prerequisites: Hampshire Media Arts or similar course. Students are expected to spend approximately 8 hours weekly on work and preparation outside of class time.
Multiple required components--lab and/or discussion section. To register, submit requests for all components simultaneously.
This course has unspecified prerequisite(s) - please see the instructor.
Permission is required for interchange registration during all registration periods.