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Alex Edward Wieder

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Bio

Alex Wieder (he/him) is a lens-based artist, printer, educator, and jack-of-many-trades who received his BFA in Photography from Columbia College Chicago in 2014. He served as LATITUDE Chicago’s Technical Director for nearly a decade and is known for having a breadth of knowledge revolving around all things photographic, archival, color-critical, and technological. Outside of being a lecturer of photography, he is currently the photography facilities manager for SAIC Photo, and is both an Adobe Certified Professional in Photoshop as well as a trained Piezography printer.

Courses

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Description

This graduate-level course provides an in-depth exploration of the technical and conceptual aspects of photography. Students will gain certifications to use department equipment and facilities, while learning about workflow, acquisition, and output capabilities. The course emphasizes both technical skill development and individual project work, allowing students to troubleshoot and resolve challenges while producing work for critique. With a focus on both analog and digital processes, the course accommodates students with diverse technical backgrounds, offering advanced training in photographic methods and tools.

Class Number

2117

Credits

3