Art and Design: Photography

Course summary

You will be introduced to a variety of experiences exploring a range of photographic media, techniques and processes. You will explore in depth both traditional and new technologies. You will investigate and research the work of a range of photographers and artists. You will enhance your appreciation of the visual world and develop your creativity, imagination, analytical, experimental and documentary skills. There is a strong emphasis on the development of ideas towards personal outcomes that show a strong visual and conceptual understanding. Lessons comprise of presentations, workshops, demonstrations, discussions, practical assignments, photo shoot trips and visits to exhibitions. You will also be expected to keep a work journal for each of the units in the form of sketchbooks. In these you will record evidence of the development of ideas including reference to the work of others. The work journal is also a vital tool in supporting and stimulating the artistic process and has a major role in the production and development of your photography, offering a context for exploration and discovery. You will have a substantial portfolio of work to take to interviews for an Art Foundation course or a Photography based degree course. You could find employment in a number of arts-based and creative fields such as Publishing, Gallery Curatorial work, Advertising, Graphic Design, Teaching/lecturing or you could work as a freelance photographer.