Photography

Course summary

Course Content: Photography is a means of communicating in a visual way. It should challenge the way we think about the world, and encourage us to think about the work of photographers and other lens-based artists. The emphasis of this course will be on using photography as a creative and expressive means to communicate ideas, thoughts and feelings. Year 1 - Coursework Portfolio Students will undertake a series of projects in order to build up a coursework portfolio. Beginning with a theme, students will develop skills and knowledge by exploring a wide range of media and techniques including the ability to explore elements of visual language, line, form, colour, pattern and texture in the context of photography awareness of intended audience or purpose for their chosen area(s) of photography. Students will develop their ability to respond to an issue, theme, concept or idea; work to a brief or answer a need in photography; build an appreciation of viewpoint, composition, aperture, depth of field, shutter speed and movement appropriate use of the camera, film, lenses, filters and lighting for work in their chosen area(s) of photography. Students will also develop their understanding of techniques related to the production of photographic images and, where appropriate, presentation and layout. Mock Controlled Assessment: This takes the form of a timed test responding to a theme of interest. Students will have ten hours of controlled time to develop their idea into a final outcome. Progression: Digital Photography is a course which enables students to progress to foundation arts courses, university degrees in areas such as Fashion, Advertising, Journalism or Film Photography..