Art and Design (Photography)

Course summary

This subject is ideal if you wish to learn how to take creative photographs that communicate ideas, tell a story and are aesthetically pleasing. You will have a keen interest in all aspects of photography from film photography to digital and social media photography. Students taking this subject have access to a professionally equipped studio and the use of bookable industry-standard equipment and a dark room to fully realise their creative potential. The course involves a variety of practical, theoretical and historical perspectives relating to photography as art, communication and illustration. Both analogue and digital photography are taught on this course. We cover many types of photography from documentary, portraiture, studio and pinhole whilst experimenting with lighting and location shooting. You can also join a range of creative academies to further enhance your skillset. These include media, music, design, fashion and photography.